Data can be stolen through multiple avenues: - Phishing Attacks: Cybercriminals often use phishing emails to trick healthcare providers into divulging sensitive information. - Ransomware: Malicious software can lock healthcare systems, demanding a ransom to release the data. - Insider Threats: Employees within healthcare organizations might steal data either maliciously or inadvertently. - Unsecured Systems: Outdated or unprotected systems can be easily breached by hackers.