The US healthcare sector faces persistent cybersecurity challenges regarding outdated systems, limited security funding and a lack of skilled personnel. This vulnerability risks patient data and the integrity of infrastructure. Despite attempts to address these issues, the Department of Health and Human Services stresses that organisations need to reinforce security through factors like network segmentation, investments in AI and machine learning for threat detection, and collaboration among stakeholders. Cybersecurity experts also note the specific challenges of implementing recent technologies such as AI and IoT into the healthcare sector.
HHS reaches HIPAA settlement with Solara Medical Supplies
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