Boston Scientific: Medical device maker Boston Scientific is being hit by a cyberattack. The shares are falling

Boston Scientific Hit by Cyberattack, Disrupting Operations and Shipments

Boston Scientific, a $72 billion medical device manufacturer specializing in products like pacemakers and stents, disclosed a cyberattack in an SEC filing on Wednesday, causing operational disruptions and a decline in its stock price. Shares fell 5% in premarket trading, adding to a nearly 50% drop this year following a weak first-quarter profit forecast.

The attack has impaired the company’s access to critical information systems and applications, including shipment services, with no clear timeline for full restoration. While Boston Scientific is working to recover affected functions, the ongoing incident continues to hinder product shipments. The extent of the breach and its potential impact on patient care or data security remain undisclosed.

The disclosure underscores the growing cybersecurity risks facing healthcare and medical device companies, where operational disruptions can have cascading effects on supply chains and market confidence.

Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/26/medical-device-maker-boston-scientific-is-being-hit-by-a-cyber-attack-the-shares-are-falling.html

Boston Scientific TPRM report: https://www.rankiteo.com/company/boston-scientific

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