Cybersecurity has been a major focus for hospitals in recent years, due to high-profile data breaches and the migration of patient data to electronic health record (EHR) systems. As your organization continues to strengthen its IT security, there are new dangers and threats to plan for.
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Medical device threats: New frontier of cybersecurity risk
You already know your hospital’s IT infrastructure is vulnerable to data breaches, but there could be even more insidious ways for hackers to attack patients. One of those methods may involve accessing the medical devices used to treat your patients.
New year, same threats: Keep your hospital safe from cybersecurity attacks
Healthcare organizations have been experiencing increased threats to their cybersecurity lately, due to the amount of private info they usually have on file. In particular, system attacks caused by ransomware are on the rise, and there’s no better time than the start of a new year to review your hospital’s security measures.
Cybersecurity attacks are on the rise: Reduce your hospital’s risk
Cybersecurity threats like ransomware and malware attacks have been increasing in recent years, and many hospitals are particularly vulnerable. Because of the sensitive information hospitals have access to, cybersecurity issues are more than just a headache for IT – they can be a serious threat to patient safety.
New EHR risk gives wider cybersecurity lessons
Microsoft researchers are shining a light on a significant vulnerability in electronic health records (EHRs) — and on why technical safeguards are only one side of the cybersecurity equation.
How some hospitals are automating cybersecurity
In the ongoing fight to guard patients’ protected health information (PHI) and prevent data breaches, new research shows most providers are still struggling — but some have found effective methods to help.
Study says cyberattacks are on the rise — now what?
There’s another reason to worry about your data security — research shows cyberattacks have become the top cause of breaches.
Can your hospital respond well to data breaches?
Hospitals are definitely taking data security more seriously, but are they doing enough to secure patients’ protected health information (PHI)?
Protect your hospital from security threats caused by mobile devices
Hospitals are taking some big risks when it comes to IT security, particularly when it comes to staffers’ use of mobile devices.
Is your hospital prepared to handle problems with IT security?
A major breakdown in IT security could cost your hospital millions – have you fully assessed your risk?
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