Selling cybersecurity to healthcare executives remains challenging for CIOs and CISOs, despite the impact of cyberattacks. The disconnect arises from executives not being security experts and not prioritizing cybersecurity. Communication is key, with frequent conversations necessary to ensure buy-in from the board and executives. Establishing ongoing dialogue and making cybersecurity real to executives is crucial for patient safety.
IoT and ransomware are big security risks, and health systems feel unprepared
US healthcare organizations are facing an increasing number of sophisticated cybersecurity threats, with almost 400 entities reporting incidents linked to ransomware in 2024. Half of
