February 5, 2024 at 02:38PM
US healthcare organizations are warned by Taylor Lehmann that treating the government’s new cybersecurity performance goals as optional could have significant consequences. The goals, likely to become mandatory regulations, are designed to improve organizations’ cybersecurity posture. This is especially crucial as healthcare providers are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals, endangering patient care and sensitive information.
The meeting notes highlight the urgency for healthcare organizations to prioritize cybersecurity measures, especially in light of the potential transition from voluntary goals to mandatory regulations. It also emphasizes the challenges faced by healthcare networks, such as outdated technology and resource limitations, in meeting the proposed cybersecurity standards. Additionally, it underscores the critical need to balance prevention with resilience and recovery efforts, particularly in the context of patient safety and data availability.