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Medical Device Cybersecurity: Agencies Need to Update Agreement to Ensure Effective Coordination

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The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) said that data does not suggest medical device vulnerabilities are common cybersecurity exploits. However, these devices require attention due to potential cybersecurity threats. The FDA and CISA have been managing medical device cybersecurity coordination, but their five-year-old agreement needs updating. Moreover, new legislation empowers the FDA to require manufacturers to submit plans for monitoring and addressing vulnerabilities on new devices.

Source: www.gao.gov –

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