The Internet of Things (IoT) has led to greater connectivity in healthcare, with an average hospital room containing 15 to 20 devices. However, medical practices are becoming targets for cyber attacks due to the valuable patient data they hold. Threats include ransomware attacks, malware, data breaches, DDoS attacks and cryptojacking. To protect against these threats, healthcare organizations must monitor all connected devices, regularly update their software, and establish a cybersecurity framework and incident response plan.

Millions impacted by data breaches at Blue Shield of California, mammography service and more
Healthcare data of US citizens has been exposed through data breaches, with the largest being from Blue Shield of California affecting 4.7 million people. The