A panel of healthcare infosec leaders at the HIMSS Media Security Forum ranked the cybersecurity posture of the healthcare sector as four or five out of ten, indicating that there is still a long way to go. While progress has been made, small to mid-size hospitals are still struggling. The industry is facing evolving threats and challenges such as dependency on third parties and a false sense of cloud security. Maturity in cybersecurity can only be achieved through education, processes, and a shift in mindset, with infosec leaders having a seat at the strategy table.
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‘Amber alert’ as NHS in Plymouth makes urgent plea for people with certain blood type
The NHS has issued an urgent call for O type blood donors, following increased demand after the recent cyber attack. The attack led to reduced