Cyberattacks have impacted 92% of healthcare organizations in the past year. These cyberattacks have severely affected patient care, with 69% of companies reporting disruptions, and some even mentioning increased patient mortality rates. Supply chain attacks were the most likely to disrupt patient care, while ransomware led to delayed procedures and extended patient stays. However, measurable steps are being taken to prevent further attacks and subsequently improve patient outcomes.
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
