Priya Patel
TLDR:
Healthcare organizations are facing increasing cyber threats due to their reliance on software and medtech devices. To enhance cyber hygiene, organizations should develop standard questionnaires for vendors, vet vendor security practices, implement software segmentation, ensure regular patching and updates, and conduct continuous risk assessments.
The digital transformation of healthcare organizations has led to a complex web of interdependencies in their supply chains, increasing vulnerabilities to cyber threats highlighted by incidents like the SolarWinds breach. To address this, healthcare organizations must prioritize cyber hygiene practices.
Robin Berthier, CEO of Network Perception, emphasizes the importance of standard vendor questionnaires, vendor security practices, software segmentation, regular updates, and continuous risk assessments to mitigate potential cyber threats within healthcare supply chains.
It’s crucial for healthcare organizations to take control of their networks by implementing these strategies to ensure robust cybersecurity measures and protect patient data.
