Healthcare providers are urged to increase their cybersecurity defenses over the holiday periods due to risks of reduced staffing. This follows ransomware attacks on Ardent Health Services and Vanderbilt University Medical Center last November that affected healthcare services nationwide. Experts suggest integrating AI technology for preventative measures against phishing and malware attacks. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of employee security training as a crucial line of defense.
US government targets healthcare data breaches with new cybersecurity proposals
The US healthcare sector may face new cybersecurity rules estimated to cost $9 billion in their first year and $6 billion annually thereafter. The measures,