Ransomware attacks on healthcare organizations increased last year, especially targeting essential systems like Microsoft’s Active Directory (AD). Dmitry Sotnikov, Chief Product Officer at Cayosoft, emphasizes the urgency of securing healthcare IT infrastructure, which directly affects patient care. He suggests clear communication between IT teams and executive leadership to secure necessary funding, using illustrative examples to highlight the risks and potential costs associated with breaches. Cybersecurity measures and modern identity management strategies can help protect against and recover from attacks.
UALR will get $1M in settlement funds for cybersecurity research, education center | The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock will receive $1 million from Attorney General Tim Griffin’s office for a cybersecurity research and education center.