March 12, 2024 at 02:37PM President Joe Biden has proposed a $103 million increase in funding for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), as part of the $7.3 trillion spending plan for fiscal year 2025. The plan also allocates $13 billion for improving cybersecurity across government agencies. Additionally, the budget includes cybersecurity funding for … Read more
February 21, 2024 at 05:09AM The 2023 Thanksgiving Day witnessed ransomware attacks on U.S. hospitals, adversely affecting patient care. Small healthcare organizations are targeted due to vulnerable cybersecurity defenses and limited budgets, leading to compromised patient safety and hefty ransom payments. The healthcare sector needs advanced security measures, such as Managed EDR, and employee training … Read more
February 8, 2024 at 10:06AM Hospitals and medical device manufacturers must collaborate to protect personal health information from cyber threats. This shared responsibility model requires manufacturers to embed security controls in products, while hospitals ensure their proper use. Manufacturers provide guidelines and materials for hospitals to optimize security measures. Collaboration is vital to maintain a … Read more
January 11, 2024 at 10:36AM Hospitals, being custodians of highly sensitive patient data, are prime targets for cyberattacks. The healthcare industry, a gold mine of personal data, faces an 88% likelihood of cyber assaults. Data breaches result in financial losses and reputational damage, necessitating hospitals to fortify their cybersecurity measures and cultivate a culture of … Read more
January 10, 2024 at 03:37PM The White House is expected to propose rules requiring US hospitals to meet cybersecurity standards before receiving federal funding. This move aims to combat ransomware attacks on healthcare facilities. The rules, set to take effect this year, will link hospital IT security with funding. Stakeholders’ feedback will be valued, with … Read more
December 5, 2023 at 07:54AM Three Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) in healthcare, a highly targeted sector, share insights on security leadership in SecurityWeek’s latest article “CISO Conversations: Three Leading CISOs in the Modern Healthcare Sector.” Clear Takeaways from the Meeting: 1. The meeting featured a discussion facilitated by SecurityWeek. 2. The focus of the … Read more
December 1, 2023 at 05:19AM The UK data watchdog reprimanded NHS Fife for a security lapse that led to an unauthorized person obtaining patient data and providing care. A document with personal data of 14 patients was taken after CCTV was disconnected. NHS Fife has since improved document security and access protocols. Takeaways from the … Read more
October 18, 2023 at 04:46PM Cybercriminals are targeting plastic surgery offices, stealing medical records and using them to extort doctors and patients. The trend is not limited to the US, as plastic surgeons in Brazil and the UK have also been affected. The FBI has warned about these attacks and provided security tips for patients, … Read more