Boston Scientific says a cyberattack is disrupting its global operations

August 26, 2026 / 10:18 AM EDT / CBS News

Boston Scientific says a cyberattack is disrupting its global operations

TL;DR

  • Boston Scientific is experiencing disruptions to its global operations due to a cyberattack.
  • The attack affects systems used for processing and shipping customer orders.
  • The company has enlisted external cybersecurity experts to investigate and contain the threat.
  • The timeline for fully restoring affected functions and systems is currently unknown.
  • Boston Scientific shares dropped following the news.
  • The healthcare sector is a major target for cybercriminals.