- 24th October, 2024
- By Guransh Singh Keer
"Why Cybercriminals Have Their Eyes on Healthcare"
Imagine rushing to a hospital in an emergency, only to find their systems frozen due to a cyberattack. Sounds terrifying, right? Unfortunately, this is a growing reality.
Cybercriminals are targeting healthcare for a simple reason: data. Patient records, insurance details, and medical histories are worth a fortune on the dark web. In 2024, healthcare breaches surged by 37%, making it a top target for attackers.
The Stakes Are High
An attack doesn’t just cost money; it costs lives. When systems go down, patient care suffers. Imagine delayed treatments or inaccessible medical histories. It’s a ripple effect with devastating outcomes.
How to Defend Healthcare Systems:
- Segment Networks: Keep patient records separate from administrative systems to limit access.
- Encrypt Data: Make sensitive information unreadable to unauthorized users.
- Train Staff: Human error is the weak link. Regular training can help mitigate this.
The healthcare sector holds our most sensitive data. Let’s protect it with the same urgency we give to saving lives.
