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The woman’s ambulance was en route to the hospital when a ransomware attack denied them access. While this was the primary cause of death, there was more to be told. In 2020, a German woman died from an aortic aneurysm.

The broad attack surfaces in healthcare increase vulnerabilities that hackers can easily target. It seems that healthcare is more financially appealing to cybercriminals. The Brookings Institution came out with an article studying why cybersecurity is a risk for hospitals. The guide warns that lost “access to medical records and lifesaving medical devices, such as when a ransomware virus holds them hostage, will deter your ability to effectively care for your patients.” The American Hospital Association (AHA) Center for Health Innovation expresses the importance of cybersecurity guidelines.

Private patient data - can be stolen or corrupted.

Hackers can jeopardize a considerable amount of healthcare information and impact performance: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) ensures there is no unauthorized patient disclosure of any protected Health Information (PHI). What’s at Risk When Cyberattacks Hit Hospitals?Ĭyberattackers take advantage of electronic health records, centralized command centers, and the use of digital systems to upload information. Realistically, healthcare organizations have a long way to go. Ideally, all hospitals would operate with the same mindset on cybersecurity protocols and carefulness. Protecting against potential threats leads to higher-quality of care, uninterrupted service, and secure peace of mind. Identifying that cyber safety is not separate from day-to-day responsibilities and does extensively impact hospitals is the beginning of an equipped cybersecurity plan. While it makes sense in the short term, insufficient cybersecurity disrupts business and puts patients and staff at risk.

The current healthcare system is patient-forward with the most critical needs at the forefront. Limited resources coupled with technology advancements burden health care organizations. The strain of Covid-19 has overwhelmed our hospitals and clinics.