Cyberattacks on the healthcare sector are increasing, leading some governments to publish new cybersecurity standards. From January to September last year, the healthcare sector was the most targeted industry. Hackers often change tactics when healthcare providers improve protections against one type of attack. With many old IT systems at NHS organisations, healthcare providers face increased threats. Last year, the US and UK governments announced strategies for strengthening cybersecurity in healthcare, including mandated minimum standards.

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Jeffrey Bowie was arrested for trying to install malware into computers at SSM St. Anthony’s Hospital, Oklahoma City. Tech consulting firm Coffey & Consult noted