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Remote access technologies expose home care firms to cybersecurity vulnerabilities, experts say

Technologies used in home care, including remote patient monitoring devices and telehealth platforms, are among the most vulnerable to cybercrime, according to product evaluation firm ECRI. The company’s report recommends staying updated on cybersecurity practices. Ransomware groups have increasingly targeted healthcare technology systems, with the Change Healthcare February cyberattack being the most high-profile breach recently. An industry expert suggested caregivers follow a zero-trust security policy, automating access control and compliance to grant and withdraw access rights, to protect networks and data.

Source: www.mcknightsseniorliving.com –

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