Cyber Threats Are Evolving: Is Your Healthcare Organization Ready?

Healthcare organizations are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals due to the high value of the sensitive data they manage. In 2023 alone, ransomware attacks on healthcare institutions rose by a staggering 94%, causing massive financial losses and disruptions in patient care¹. With evolving threats like AI-driven ransomware, healthcare organizations must ensure their cybersecurity measures are prepared to meet these challenges.

The Growing Cyber Threats in Healthcare

Ransomware and Data Breaches on the Rise

Ransomware continues to wreak havoc on healthcare systems, often leading to the shutdown of critical operations and the compromise of sensitive patient data. Healthcare organizations also face an increased risk of data breaches, with stolen patient data being sold on the dark web. In fact, healthcare data is among the most valuable to cybercriminals due to its potential for identity theft and insurance fraud.

IoT Vulnerabilities

The widespread use of Internet of Things (IoT) devices in healthcare—ranging from connected medical devices to hospital infrastructure—introduces additional entry points for attackers. Many IoT devices lack robust security features, making them easy targets for exploitation.

How Active Secure 365 Protects Healthcare Organizations

Active Secure 365 provides healthcare organizations with a comprehensive cybersecurity solution that helps secure patient data, monitor critical infrastructure, and mitigate the impact of potential breaches. Here’s how it works:

• 24/7 Threat Monitoring and Automated Response: Healthcare organizations require real-time protection to help ensure uninterrupted operations. Active Secure 365 provides continuous threat monitoring, allowing for rapid detection and automated incident response.
• Proactive Security Testing: Active Secure 365 continuously validates your security controls, helping make sure vulnerabilities in your systems are addressed before they are exploited.
• IoT Device Security: With Extended Detection and Response (XDR), Active Secure 365 helps secure connected devices and monitors IoT environments for suspicious activity.

Addressing the Rising Cost of Cybersecurity in Healthcare

With the increased risk of ransomware and data breaches, healthcare organizations are being forced to allocate more resources to their cybersecurity programs. However, balancing the need for protection with limited budgets is a challenge.

Active Secure 365 helps healthcare organizations stay compliant with HIPAA regulations while offering a cost-effective solution through predictable subscription pricing. This assures that even with budget constraints, healthcare organizations can access top-tier cybersecurity without compromising on protection.

For enhanced cloud security and cost control, BDO Digital’s Active Insights Free Health Check helps identify inefficiencies and improve governance, allowing healthcare organizations to optimize their cloud environments while reducing risks.

The Importance of Proactive Cybersecurity in Healthcare

Healthcare organizations need to stay ahead of the evolving cyber threat landscape to protect both their operations and their patients. By implementing Active Secure 365, healthcare providers can maintain regulatory compliance, prevent data breaches, and ensure continuous care for their patients.

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References

¹ 94% increase in ransomware attacks on healthcare: Check Point Cyber Security Report, 2023