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US hospitals are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks, as highlighted by a recent incident at Ascension hospitals that severely impacted patient care. Experts warn that few hospitals are prepared for prolonged computer failures, which can be exacerbated by bureaucratic processes that keep systems offline longer, posing legal risk. The healthcare sector is a prime target for cybercriminals using tactics such as phishing and IT helpdesk impersonation. A new report by the FBI and HHS outlines measures to mitigate these risks. The rising frequency of cyberattacks also drives up the costs of prevention. KFF Health News reports on these developments.
The healthcare sector is an attractive target for cybercriminals who use “social engineering” tactics such as phishing and IT helpdesk impersonation. A new report by the #FBI and @HHSgov explains how to reduce the likelihood and impact of these incidents: https://t.co/ZTynxZ7Brx https://t.co/UhEfR0u43W
As the frequency of cyberattacks on healthcare systems and hospitals increases, so do the costs of preventing them. https://t.co/eUuYsaTIr2
With cyberattacks increasingly targeting health care providers, an arduous bureaucratic process meant to address legal risk is keeping hospitals offline longer, potentially risking lives. https://t.co/LUWLwJl9v5