MedTech Giant Stryker Crippled by Iran-Linked Hacker Attack
Stryker was targeted by the Handala group, which claims to have wiped more than 200,000 of the company’s devices. The post MedTech Giant Stryker Crippled by Iran-Linked Hacker Attack appeared first on SecurityWeek.
Medical technology giant Stryker has been targeted by a highly disruptive cyberattack carried out by an Iran-linked hacker group.
Stryker is a Fortune 500 company that specializes in the manufacturing of surgical equipment, orthopedic implants, and neurotechnology. Headquartered in Michigan, the company employs approximately 56,000 people and reported over $25 billion in revenue for 2025. Its critical role in the healthcare supply chain makes it an essential partner for hospitals worldwide.
The Iran-linked hacker group named Handala has taken credit for the attack, claiming to have struck an “unprecedented blow” to the company.
Source: https://www.securityweek.com/medtech-giant-stryker-crippled-by-iran-linked-hacker-attack/
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