IoMT Threats

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IoMT Threats 

The prevalence and complexity of attacks on healthcare organizations — as well as the risk to patient confidentiality and safety — means providers are coming under fire when it comes to medical device security. Due to attacks such as the WannaCry ransomware attack, lawmakers have outlined the severity of cybersecurity issues plaguing legacy software and equipment. The FDA has also issued updated guidance for device manufacturers, but companies aren’t required to follow these guidelines since they’re not legal mandates 

What you need to know: The Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) has transformed healthcare as we know it, especially in the era of COVID-19. Leveraging IoMT has the power to unleash countless opportunities in diagnosing, treating and managing a patient’s health and wellness, and holds the key to lowering cost while improving quality of care. But as the number of connected devices invariably grows, so does the cybersecurity risk. As of 2020, more than 25% of cyberattacks in healthcare delivery organizations involve IoMT.

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