Healthcare organizations need to prioritize cybersecurity, as hackers become more sophisticated and the threat surface expands. Many global cyberattacks in the past year were not specifically targeting healthcare, making the unknown threats particularly concerning. Budget constraints can make security difficult, but organizations must strive to create a culture of security within their DNA. Collaboration, risk management, and effective communication with executives are crucial for managing these threats.
Dispersed responsibility, lack of asset inventory is causing gaps in medical device cybersecurity
Witnesses at a House hearing on medical device cybersecurity highlighted the need for better tracking of devices and their vulnerability to cyber threats. They noted
