More than 20% of healthcare organisations have reported a rise in patient fatalities following cyberattacks, with the average cost of a healthcare data breach estimated at nearly $10.9m, according to a survey by Ponemon Institute and a report by IBM. To address cybersecurity issues, the collaboration of all stakeholders, including healthcare providers, device manufacturers and cybersecurity providers, is needed. However, security measures often lag due to the lack of alignment in strategies.
European Commission Boosts Healthcare Cybersecurity
The European Commission has outlined plans for a pan-European Cybersecurity Support Centre for hospitals and healthcare providers, offering tailored guidance, tools, training and services. This
