Boston Scientific operations disrupted by ongoing cyberattack

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Boston Scientific Corporation experienced a cyberattack on August 25, disrupting order-processing and shipping systems for medical devices. The company, with $20.1B in 2025 revenue, filed an 8-K with the SEC. Analysts estimate up to three weeks of delays, similar to a 2026 Stryker attack. No ransomware group has claimed responsibility, and no restoration timeline has been set.

Boston Scientific reported a cyberattack on August 25, disrupting global operations and order processing. The impact is still unknown, and the company's stock fell 5.8% in premarket trading. Earlier, the company cut its full-year 2026 adjusted earnings per share forecast to $3.28-$3.32 and reduced organic sales growth outlook to 5%-6%. Second-quarter results exceeded expectations, with adjusted EPS of $0.86 on net sales of $5.44 billion.

Boston Scientific reported a cyberattack on August 25 disrupted its IT systems, impacting order processing and shipping. The company engaged experts to investigate and has not yet determined the material impact. Shares fell about 5% following the disclosure. The incident does not affect implanted devices, but hospitals may face supply delays. The full scope and timeline for restoration remain unknown.

Boston Scientific's operations were disrupted by a cyberattack, halting supply of critical medical devices. The company filed an SEC 8-K disclosure, and analysts estimate a 600-700 basis point impact on Q3 revenue. The stock fell 3.38% on August 26, compounded by a concurrent product recall. The company is at least the ninth medtech firm hit by a cyberattack in 2026.

Boston Scientific confirmed a cyberattack disrupting global operations and IT systems, according to an SEC filing. The attack impacts order processing and shipping, with no timeline for full restoration yet. The nature of the attack is undisclosed, but ransomware is suspected. No group has claimed responsibility, and no data theft has been confirmed.