Industry Sector
Cybersecurity is a top priority for many in the healthcare industry. From malware attacks, ransomware and DDoS to phishing or insider threats – it’s hard not be at risk when there are so many possibilities out in cyberspace!
Cyber threats have been a major issue for years now, and they’re just getting worse. The medical industry is not immune: data breaches can result in identity theft or even lives precedent before we know it!
COVID-19 has enabled a new type of attack that is more sophisticated and malicious than ever before. Multiple phishing scams; targeted threats, disguised as COVID related assistance have come to light because demand for medical services increased dramatically after this virus was released into the wild last year with many unsecure IoT devices providing additional access points into networks which can be used to create chaos among patients seeking treatment at hospitals around the world.
The healthcare industry has been hit hard by a wave of ransomware attacks that are increasing in severity and frequency. These highly demanding malware situations require rapid remediation abilities, which can be difficult for health organizations with tight budgets to manage efficiently on their own.
The healthcare industry is not properly trained to handle security issues. This makes their infrastructure particularly susceptible, especially when it comes in contact with insider threats or third party vulnerabilities that are introduced by employees who lack awareness on how important they can be for an organisation’s well-being. The majority (over 50%)of nurses do not know about best practices related with preventing workplace violence while 20% claim there isn’t enough time spent discussing these matters at handbook training sessions.
Cyber attacks pose a great threat to the healthcare industry, creating potentially devastating effects on patient care, research and processes. To protect themselves from these dangers security patches must be maintained as well an infrastructure tested for vulnerabilities while educating employees about potential risks through training programs or awareness sessions so they know what signs indicate when something might be wrong online – like receiving a suspicious email asking you not unlock your device with ” Dialogue” malware attached before downloading anything else!
Trust Hogen is a leading independent managed security service provider (MSSP). We help companies keep their data safe and secure, and our services are used by local and global organisations.
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