Form 8-K · Current report
Boston Scientific 8-K, filed Aug 26, 2026
- Filed
- CIK
- 0000885725
- Accession no.
- 0000885725-26-000056
Summary
Boston Scientific identified a cybersecurity incident on August 25, 2026 affecting certain of its information technology systems that has caused a global disruption to its operations, including limiting its ability to process and ship customer orders. The company said its investigation is ongoing and it has not yet determined whether the incident is reasonably likely to have a material impact.
Key points
- Boston Scientific activated its incident response protocols and began an investigation with third-party cybersecurity experts to assess and contain the threat.
- Access to certain information systems and business applications supporting operations has been disrupted, and the timeline for full restoration is not yet known.
- The full scope, nature and operational and financial impacts of the incident are not yet known.
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Items reported
- 8.01Other Events
From the filing
Item 8.01 Other Events. On August 25, 2026, Boston Scientific Corporation (the “Company”) identified a cybersecurity incident affecting certain of its information technology systems that has resulted in a global disruption to the Company’s operations. Upon detection, the Company activated its incident response protocols and began an investigation with the assistance of third-party cybersecurity experts to assess and to contain the threat. …
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