The healthcare sector is increasingly prone to cyberattacks due to the vast amount of sensitive data it holds, as exemplified by the recent attack on UnitedHealth Group’s Change Healthcare subsidiary. Experts suggest that the industry can improve its defenses through implementing a zero trust model, incorporating threat intelligence, focusing on resilience, and enhancing collaboration. The cyber threat landscape highlights the need for more robust cybersecurity infrastructure and a larger pool of skilled cyber professionals.
Commission wants health-dedicated centre in EU cybersecurity agency
The EU Commission has proposed an action plan to protect the healthcare sector from cyber threats, including setting up a cybersecurity centre within the EU’s