Search Tag: cybersecurity
2024 14 Oct
Healthcare is increasingly threatened by cyber-attacks, with incidents disrupting patient care and compromising sensitive data almost weekly. The growing interconnectedness of healthcare systems and reliance on third-party providers have expanded the attack surface and introduced significant vulnerabilities. High-profile attacks on organisations...Read more
2024 14 Oct
Healthcare is increasingly threatened by cyber-attacks, with incidents disrupting patient care and compromising sensitive data almost weekly. The growing interconnectedness of healthcare systems and reliance on third-party providers have expanded the attack surface and introduced significant vulnerabilities. High-profile attacks on organisations...Read more
2024 07 Oct
The recent cyberattacks on NHS Dumfries and Galloway and several London hospitals highlight the growing vulnerability of the UK healthcare system to cyber threats. The attackers claimed to have stolen three terabytes of data, underscoring the risks associated with such breaches. Ransomware and data theft present severe and persistent challenges...Read more
2024 02 Oct
The rapid advancement of technology is reshaping industries across the board, and healthcare is no exception. Emerging solutions like generative artificial intelligence (AI), advanced data analytics, and automation offer unprecedented potential to improve patient care and streamline operations. However, healthcare organisations need to maintain...Read more
2024 07 Sep
In today’s digital age, healthcare organisations face many cybersecurity threats that can severely disrupt clinical operations, compromise patient data, and cause devastating financial repercussions. The widespread availability of internet access has made it easier for criminals to steal confidential information, leading to ransomware and malware...Read more
2024 25 Aug
As the healthcare sector becomes increasingly digital, the growing reliance on IT systems for managing patient information and medical procedures has brought cybersecurity to the forefront of concerns. Unfortunately, this digital shift has made healthcare organisations prime targets for cybercriminals, disrupting essential services and patient...Read more
2024 25 Aug
As the healthcare sector becomes increasingly digital, the growing reliance on IT systems for managing patient information and medical procedures has brought cybersecurity to the forefront of concerns. Unfortunately, this digital shift has made healthcare organisations prime targets for cybercriminals, disrupting essential services and patient...Read more
2024 01 Aug
Healthcare institutions are increasingly dependent on robust cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive patient data and maintain the integrity of critical systems. The recent CrowdStrike outage highlighted the vulnerabilities that even the most advanced security solutions can face. It serves as a stark reminder that control failures can occur...Read more
2024 24 Jul
Integrating data-driven approaches in healthcare promises to transform patient care, enhance operational efficiency, and enable personalised treatment. However, the journey towards a fully digitalised healthcare system is fraught with challenges, including siloed information, cybersecurity risks, and integrating new technologies into existing systems....Read more
2024 24 Jul
Integrating data-driven approaches in healthcare promises to transform patient care, enhance operational efficiency, and enable personalised treatment. However, the journey towards a fully digitalised healthcare system is fraught with challenges, including siloed information, cybersecurity risks, and integrating new technologies into existing systems....Read more
2024 18 Jul
The Qilin ransomware attack on the pathology services provider Synnovis has significantly impacted the NHS Trusts in central London. Over the past five weeks, the repercussions of this cyber incident have resulted in the cancellation of more than 6,000 appointments and procedures. This article delves into the attack's impact on healthcare services,...Read more
2024 18 Jul
A recent survey sponsored by Nasuni has revealed that cloud projects are a higher priority for organisations than artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives. While data management, security, and cost reduction are common themes across all areas of investment, the survey highlights the predominance of cloud storage in corporate investment plans....Read more
2024 16 Jul
In recent years, the healthcare sector has seen a dramatic surge in cyberattacks, with insurance providers, hospitals, and other critical health services being primary targets. This troubling trend has revealed a clear pattern of cybercriminals targeting some of our most vulnerable institutions. In 2023, for example, the healthcare sector endured...Read more
2024 16 Jul
In recent years, the healthcare sector has seen a dramatic surge in cyberattacks, with insurance providers, hospitals, and other critical health services being primary targets. This troubling trend has revealed a clear pattern of cybercriminals targeting some of our most vulnerable institutions. In 2023, for example, the healthcare sector endured...Read more
2024 16 Jul
In recent years, the healthcare sector has seen a dramatic surge in cyberattacks, with insurance providers, hospitals, and other critical health services being primary targets. This troubling trend has revealed a clear pattern of cybercriminals targeting some of our most vulnerable institutions. In 2023, for example, the healthcare sector endured...Read more
2024 20 Jun
The landscape of phishing email attacks is rapidly evolving, driven by the advent of generative artificial intelligence (AI). Traditionally, phishing emails were riddled with grammatical and punctuation errors, making them relatively easy to identify. In fact, 61 percent of people used to spot phishing attempts by these telltale signs. However,...Read more
2024 20 Jun
The landscape of phishing email attacks is rapidly evolving, driven by the advent of generative artificial intelligence (AI). Traditionally, phishing emails were riddled with grammatical and punctuation errors, making them relatively easy to identify. In fact, 61 percent of people used to spot phishing attempts by these telltale signs. However,...Read more
2024 11 Jun
The latest report from KLAS reveals a significant trend in the healthcare sector: a substantial migration towards cloud-based solutions for image viewing and storage. The Imaging in the Cloud 2024 report , based on interviews with 228 healthcare organisations, sheds light on their imaging needs, cloud implementation strategies, perceptions of...Read more
2024 11 Jun
The latest report from KLAS reveals a significant trend in the healthcare sector: a substantial migration towards cloud-based solutions for image viewing and storage. The Imaging in the Cloud 2024 report , based on interviews with 228 healthcare organisations, sheds light on their imaging needs, cloud implementation strategies, perceptions of...Read more
2024 10 Jun
New program will address exponential growth in attacks threatening access to care for Americans and bring enterprise-quality cybersecurity to the most vulnerable rural hospitals On Monday, Microsoft Corp. announced a new cybersecurity program to support hospitals serving more than 60 million people living in rural America. In 2023, the health...Read more
2024 30 May
According to an Arcadia/HIMSS survey, healthcare leaders prioritise improving data quality, with 76% recognising its importance and 81% considering it essential for data analytics platforms. Good data is crucial for enhancing care quality, productivity, cost-saving, and care management. The biggest opportunities lie in cross-team collaboration...Read more
2024 30 May
According to an Arcadia/HIMSS survey, healthcare leaders prioritise improving data quality, with 76% recognising its importance and 81% considering it essential for data analytics platforms. Good data is crucial for enhancing care quality, productivity, cost-saving, and care management. The biggest opportunities lie in cross-team collaboration...Read more
2024 30 May
Cybersecurity in the healthcare sector is facing unprecedented challenges, with a significant rise in cyberattacks that threaten patient care and data security. A recent survey by Software Advice highlights the severity of this issue, revealing that more than one in four ransomware attacks in healthcare impact patient care. This article explores...Read more
2024 30 May
Cybersecurity in the healthcare sector is facing unprecedented challenges, with a significant rise in cyberattacks that threaten patient care and data security. A recent survey by Software Advice highlights the severity of this issue, revealing that more than one in four ransomware attacks in healthcare impact patient care. This article explores...Read more
2024 30 May
Cybersecurity in the healthcare sector is facing unprecedented challenges, with a significant rise in cyberattacks that threaten patient care and data security. A recent survey by Software Advice highlights the severity of this issue, revealing that more than one in four ransomware attacks in healthcare impact patient care. This article explores...Read more
2024 23 May
In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, the emergence of ransomware gangs poses a significant challenge to the security of critical infrastructure and healthcare organisations worldwide. Among these groups, Black Basta has quickly risen to infamy, recently securing the second spot among the most notorious ransomware gangs, trailing only...Read more
2024 23 May
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, a recent study conducted by SOAX, leveraging data from the Identity Theft Resource Center , has shed light on the industries most prone to cyberattacks. The findings reveal a concerning trend, with certain sectors facing heightened risks, necessitating immediate action to bolster their defence...Read more
2024 23 May
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, a recent study conducted by SOAX, leveraging data from the Identity Theft Resource Center , has shed light on the industries most prone to cyberattacks. The findings reveal a concerning trend, with certain sectors facing heightened risks, necessitating immediate action to bolster their defence...Read more
2024 23 May
The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) has ordered additional units of the mobile encryption system Sectra Tiger from international cybersecurity and medical imaging IT company Sectra . The NCI Agency has also extended its support contract with Sectra for another five years. “NATO has been using Sectra’s solutions for...Read more
2024 23 May
The NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCI Agency) has ordered additional units of the mobile encryption system Sectra Tiger from international cybersecurity and medical imaging IT company Sectra . The NCI Agency has also extended its support contract with Sectra for another five years. “NATO has been using Sectra’s solutions for...Read more