The rise of digital medical devices has improved healthcare outcomes but also increased vulnerability to cyberattacks. The devices, critical to a connected healthcare ecosystem, can be points of entry for hackers into larger networks. Hospitals, device manufacturers, regulatory bodies, and patients need to work together to ensure robust cybersecurity measures, including regular firmware updates, security audits, and user training. AI, blockchain, and machine learning can help enhance device security.
The NHS needs to tighten its third-party supplier cybersecurity
The NHS should proactively fortify cybersecurity within its third-party software suppliers following recent damaging ransomware attacks, says Jonathan Lee from Trend Micro. He suggests implementing
