Ransomware attacks in healthcare settings continue to increase complications from medical procedures, according to a study by the Ponemon Institute. The study found that 45% of healthcare providers reported increased complications, up from 36% in 2021. The study also found that ransomware attacks have an adverse impact on patient mortality rates and increase the number of patients transferred to other facilities. In addition, more organizations are paying ransoms, with the average payment increasing. The study highlights the importance of cybersecurity benchmarking in reducing the impact of ransomware attacks and improving patient care.
Tariff support for health IT launched in South Korea following Trump’s tariff and more briefs
The South Korean government has launched a tariff support center to assist medical device companies with trade challenges, particularly related to U.S. tariffs. Meanwhile, Johnson
