Healthcare organizations’ rich data and known willingness to pay ransoms have made them a prime target for cybercriminals, according to cybersecurity experts. Threats include ransomware, breaches through cloud vulnerabilities, and phishing, exacerbated by the use of AI tools. The sector’s financial strains and potential fines due to HIPAA violations add urgency to enhancing cybersecurity. Strong data lifecycle security and identity management solutions are essential in protecting against 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