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Fortifying Digital Health Against Cyber Attacks By Nissim Ben-Saadon, Director of Innovation, CYREBRO In today's digital era, the healthcare industry stands at the forefront of technological adoption, heavily relying on digital systems such as Electronic Health Records (EHRs) to enhance patient care and operational efficiency. This rapid digitization has also escalated the industry's vulnerability to cyber threats, posing significant risks to patient privacy, data security, and overall healthcare delivery. The Attractiveness of Healthcare Data to Cybercriminals Healthcare organizations are treasure troves of sensitive data, including patient records, medical histories, and financial information. This makes them ideal targets for cybercriminals who exploit vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access, often holding this valuable data for ransom. The consequences of a successful cyberattack in healthcare are multifaceted, ranging from compromised patient care and damaged reputations to financial losses and legal repercussions. In 2023, the healthcare sector experienced a significant escalation in cyberattacks. Since the start of the year, 327 data breaches have been reported to the US Department of Health and Human Services’ Office Cyber Defense eMagazine – March 2024 Edition 30 Copyright © 2024, Cyber Defense Magazine. All rights reserved worldwide.
for Civil Rights. That figure is up more than 104% from 160 breaches as of mid-2022 and shows “no signs of abating,” according to a report from Fortified Health Security. The breach of Fortra's GoAnywhere secure file transfer software in February 2023 was particularly severe, affecting over 5 million healthcare records. Additionally, healthcare business associates, who play a vital role in the healthcare ecosystem, have also become increasingly targeted, with reported breaches jumping from 22 to 82, a 273% increase compared to the previous year. HIPAA and GDPR: A Shield Yet Insufficient To counter these risks, the U.S. healthcare industry adheres to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which governs the security of electronically protected health information (ePHI). HIPAA's key components include the Security Rule, the Privacy Rule, and the Breach Notification Rule. The European healthcare industry is protected by GDPR which provides safeguards for personal health data. Despite these rigorous regulations, the healthcare sector has witnessed an increase in cyberattacks. The dependence on interconnected systems and IoT devices, alongside the critical nature of healthcare services, makes these institutions particularly vulnerable. The NIS2 Directive in Europe, which is set to take effect in October 2024, will mandate that healthcare organizations protect patient data from cyber threats to help address these issues. This includes implementing cyber risk management measures, establishing a clear incident-reporting process and securing patient data with proper storage and handling practices. The Rising Menace of Ransomware Attacks Ransomware attacks in particular, where cybercriminals encrypt critical data and systems, have become increasingly common and devastating in healthcare. In 2022, a survey by the Ponemon Institute revealed that 45% of healthcare IT professionals reported ransomware attacks impacting patient care. A striking example of the vulnerability of healthcare systems to cyber threats occurred in 2023, when Prospect Medical Holdings, a healthcare system operating 16 hospitals and over 165 clinics and outpatient centers across Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Southern California, fell victim to a ransomware attack. This cyberattack forced the closure of some facilities and left others relying on paper records, significantly disrupting healthcare services. Proactive Measures for Enhanced Cybersecurity Given these challenges, healthcare organizations need to take a proactive and comprehensive approach to cybersecurity. Despite huge advances in medical technology, limited budgets and a hesitancy to learn new systems means that not every aspect of the healthcare industry has kept pace. It’s critical for hospitals using techniques that still release system updates to keep all software equipped with the most recent version. This measure keeps systems reasonably secure but eventually vendors will stop providing updates as the software moves into “end-of-life” status. Cyber Defense eMagazine – March 2024 Edition 31 Copyright © 2024, Cyber Defense Magazine. All rights reserved worldwide.
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