STOCK TITAN
  1. Home
  2. Sec-filings
  3. BSX
  4. [8-K] BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP Reports Material Event

Cyber incident disrupts Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) global operations

Filing Impact
(High)
Filing Sentiment
(Neutral)
Form Type
8-K

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP (BSX) reported that on August 25, 2026 it identified a cybersecurity incident affecting certain information technology systems, resulting in a global disruption to its operations. The company activated incident response protocols and engaged third-party cybersecurity experts to investigate and contain the threat.

The incident has caused, and is expected to continue to cause, disruptions and limitations of access to information systems and business applications that support operations, including the ability to process and ship customer orders. Boston Scientific is working to restore affected functions, but the timeline for full restoration is not yet known.

The company states that its investigation is ongoing and that the full scope, nature and impacts, including operational and financial effects, are not yet known. It has not yet determined whether the incident is reasonably likely to have a material impact on the company, and highlights risks such as potential litigation, reputational risk, regulatory scrutiny and possible adverse impacts on business, results of operations or financial condition.

Positive

  • None.

Negative

  • Cybersecurity incident causing global operational disruption: A cybersecurity event identified on August 25, 2026 has disrupted Boston Scientific’s information systems globally, limiting access to key business applications and impacting its ability to process and ship customer orders, with the duration and full operational and financial impact still unknown.
  • Potentially material but currently unquantified impact: The company acknowledges that the full scope, nature and impacts of the incident are not yet known and it has not determined whether the event is reasonably likely to have a material impact on its business, results of operations or financial condition, creating heightened uncertainty.
  • Secondary risks from the incident: Boston Scientific cites potential adverse effects such as litigation related to the incident, reputational risk, regulatory scrutiny, and possible adverse impacts on relationships with customers, suppliers and other third parties, in addition to ongoing management distraction during the response.

Insights

Analyzing...

Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Incident identification date August 25, 2026 Date Boston Scientific identified the cybersecurity incident affecting its IT systems
Filing date August 26, 2026 Date the company reported the cybersecurity incident in a current report
0.625% Senior Notes due 2027 0.625% due 2027 Interest rate and maturity of Boston Scientific’s Senior Notes listed on the NYSE
cybersecurity incident technical
"identified a cybersecurity incident affecting certain of its information technology systems"
A cybersecurity incident is an event where someone's computer systems or data are attacked or broken into without permission. It matters because it can lead to stolen information, financial loss, or disruptions in services, similar to a break-in at a store that damages property or steals valuable items.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
reputational risk financial
"reputational risk and/or regulatory scrutiny related to the cybersecurity incident"
Reputational risk is the danger that negative public perception—from scandals, poor products, harmful actions, or bad publicity—will damage a company’s trust and standing with customers, partners, regulators and investors. Like a stain on a brand that scares away buyers or lenders, it can reduce sales, increase costs, invite regulatory scrutiny, and cause a company’s stock price or ability to raise capital to fall, making it a key concern for investors.
regulatory scrutiny regulatory
"reputational risk and/or regulatory scrutiny related to the cybersecurity incident"
Regulatory scrutiny is when government agencies closely review a company's actions, products or filings to ensure they follow laws and safety rules. For investors, heightened scrutiny can mean slowed approvals, fines, operational changes or reputational risk — like a detailed safety inspection that can delay a product launch or reveal costly fixes, and therefore can affect revenue, costs and share price.
emerging growth company regulatory
"Emerging growth company"
An emerging growth company is a recently public or smaller public firm that qualifies for temporary, lighter regulatory and disclosure rules to reduce the cost and effort of being public. For investors, it means the company may provide less historical financial detail and face fewer reporting requirements than larger firms, so it can grow more quickly but also carries higher uncertainty—like buying a promising early-stage product with fewer user reviews.

FAQ

What cybersecurity incident did BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORP (BSX) disclose on August 26, 2026?
Boston Scientific disclosed that on August 25, 2026 it identified a cybersecurity incident affecting certain IT systems, causing a global disruption to its operations. The company has activated incident response protocols and engaged third-party cybersecurity experts to investigate and contain the threat.

How are Boston Scientific’s (BSX) operations being affected by the cybersecurity incident?
The incident is causing disruptions and limitations of access to information systems and business applications that support operations, including the ability to process and ship customer orders. Disruptions are expected to continue while systems are being restored.

Has Boston Scientific (BSX) determined if the cybersecurity incident is materially impacting the company?
No. Boston Scientific states that the full scope, nature and impacts of the incident are not yet known and it has not yet determined whether the event is reasonably likely to have a material impact on its business, results of operations or financial condition.

What steps is Boston Scientific (BSX) taking in response to the cybersecurity incident?
The company has activated incident response protocols, is conducting an ongoing investigation with third-party cybersecurity experts, and is working to restore affected functions and systems access. However, the timeline for full restoration is currently unknown.

Does the Boston Scientific (BSX) filing mention data loss or unauthorized access resulting from the incident?
The company discusses risks including the unauthorized release of confidential data or information and its potential fraudulent or criminal use as a factor that may affect future results, but it does not state in this disclosure that such a release has occurred in this incident.

AI-generated analysis. How Rhea-AI works. Not financial advice.

See more from StockTitan in Google Search and AI answers. Adds StockTitan as a preferred source · opens Google
Add on Google
Understanding 8-K Material Events →
0000885725false00008857252026-08-262026-08-260000885725us-gaap:CommonStockMember2026-08-262026-08-260000885725bsx:SeniorNotedue2027Member2026-08-262026-08-26


UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
_____________________________________________________________________

FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
_____________________________________________________________________

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 26, 2026

BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Delaware1-1108304-2695240
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)(Commission File Number)(IRS Employer Identification No.)

    300 Boston Scientific Way, Marlborough, Massachusetts                 01752-1234
    (Address of principal executive offices)                           (Zip Code)

(508) 683-4000
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:
☐Written communication pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
☐Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
☐Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par value per shareBSXNew York Stock Exchange
0.625% Senior Notes due 2027BSX27New York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
Emerging growth company   ☐
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.   ☐


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.

The incident has caused, and is expected to continue to cause, disruptions and limitations of access to certain of the Company’s information systems and business applications that support aspects of the Company’s operations, including the ability to process and ship customer orders. While the Company is working diligently to restore affected functions and systems access, the timeline for a full restoration is not yet known.

The Company’s investigation of the cybersecurity incident is ongoing, and the full scope, nature and impacts, including operational and financial impacts, of the incident are not yet known. Accordingly, the Company has not yet determined whether the incident is reasonably likely to have a material impact on the Company.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements that we may make from time to time, including statements contained in this Current Report on Form 8-K and information incorporated by reference herein, constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements may be identified by words like “anticipate,” “expect,” “project,” “believe,” “plan,” “estimate,” “intend,” “aim,” “goal,” “target,” “continue,” “hope,” “may” and similar words. These forward-looking statements are based on our beliefs, assumptions and estimates using information available to us at the time and are not intended to be guarantees of future events or performance. These forward-looking statements include, among other things, statements regarding the Company’s current understanding regarding the extent of the cybersecurity incident and the results or findings of the Company’s investigation thereof; the Company’s ability to contain and/or mitigate the incident, and the timing thereof; the potential impact or disruption to the Company’s business or operations; and the potential impact on the Company’s reputation, financial condition and results of operations. If our underlying assumptions turn out to be incorrect, or if certain risks or uncertainties materialize, actual results could vary materially from the expectations and projections expressed or implied by our forward-looking statements. These factors, in some cases, have affected and in the future (together with other factors) could affect our ability to implement our business strategy and may cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by the statements expressed in this Current Report on Form 8-K. As a result, readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any of our forward-looking statements.

Factors that may cause such differences include, among other things: economic conditions, including the impact of foreign currency fluctuations; future U.S. and global political, competitive, reimbursement and regulatory conditions, including changing trade and tariff policies; geopolitical conflicts and tensions; manufacturing, distribution and supply chain disruptions and cost increases; disruptions caused by cybersecurity events, including the results of the Company’s investigation into the cybersecurity incident, any impairment to the Company’s systems or data, delays or difficulties in restoring the Company’s systems and data, the adequacy of processes during the period of disruption of the Company’s systems, or the Company’s ability to use alternatives to its systems to the extent needed; the unauthorized release of any confidential data or information of the Company, including third party data held by the Company, and the use of any such data for any fraudulent or criminal purposes; potential adverse impacts of the cybersecurity incident on the Company’s business, results of operations or financial condition; the diversion of management’s attention from the Company’s operations to address the cybersecurity incident; potential litigation related to the cybersecurity incident; potential adverse effects on relationships with customers, suppliers and other third parties as a result of the cybersecurity incident; reputational risk and/or regulatory scrutiny related to the cybersecurity incident; disruptions caused by public health emergencies or extreme weather or other climate change-related events; labor shortages and increases in labor costs; variations in outcomes of ongoing and future clinical trials and market studies; new product introductions; expected procedural volumes; the closing and integration of acquisitions; clinical trial results; demographic trends; intellectual property; litigation; financial market conditions; the execution and effect of our business strategy, including our cost-savings and growth initiatives; and future business decisions made by us and our competitors. New risks and uncertainties may arise from time to time and are difficult to predict. All of these factors are difficult or impossible to predict accurately and many of them are beyond our control. For a further list and description of these and other important risks and uncertainties that may affect our future operations, refer to Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which we may update in Part II, Item 1A. Risk Factors in subsequent Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q that we will file hereafter. We disclaim any intention or obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement to reflect any change in our expectations or in events, conditions, or circumstances on which those expectations may be based, or that may affect the likelihood that actual results will differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements, except as required by law. This cautionary statement is applicable to all forward-looking statements contained in this Current Report on Form 8-K and any statements incorporated herein.




SIGNATURE


Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
                        
                                
Date:August 26, 2026BOSTON SCIENTIFIC CORPORATION
By:/s/ Susan Thompson
Susan Thompson
Vice President, Chief Corporate Counsel and Assistant Secretary


Source: View Original Filing on SEC EDGAR

Filing Exhibits & Attachments

4 documents

Other Documents