The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has released a report outlining potential vulnerabilities in the healthcare and public health sector. The report provides recommendations for improving cybersecurity, with an emphasis on hardening networks, improving software design and implementing multi-factor authentication. The vulnerability assessment highlighted several potential exploitable issues, such as weak passwords and misconfiguration, which could allow cyberattacks. CISA advocates for a “secure by design” approach to software development to limit potential vulnerabilities.
ASTP appoints 3 new health IT leaders: CTO, CDO and CAIO
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has filled three key technology roles. Alicia Rouault, formerly of the White House’s United States Digital