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GAO Finds Persistent Gaps In HHS Cybersecurity Efforts

The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is facing criticism for failing to meet key cybersecurity targets, contributing to a rise in cyberattacks on the healthcare sector. A Government Accountability Office (GAO) report found HHS oversight shortcomings and failure to establish necessary defenses. GAO recommends HHS track adoption of cybersecurity practices, evaluate the impact of support resources, undertake comprehensive risk assessments and harmonize cybersecurity requirements across federal agencies.

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