The increasing digitalization of healthcare services makes the industry a prime target for cyberattacks. Patient data can be protected by implementing a zero-trust security approach, which involves constant verification of users, devices, and applications, safeguarding sensitive information. Key components include multi-factor authentication, least privilege access, micro-segmentation, and continuous monitoring, and the approach enables healthcare organizations to comply with data protection regulations. This approach may require upfront investment, but the benefits far outweigh potential data breach risks.

SpyLend Android malware found on Google Play enabled financial cyber crime and extortion
Cybersecurity researchers at Cyfirma found an Android malware called SpyLend on the Google Play store. The malware, advertised as a financial tool app called Finance