IoT security is critical to healthcare

Traditional cybersecurity sometimes lapses comes to the IoT


Internet of Things (IoT) security is critical to healthcare because the connections create new vulnerabilities to cyberattacks, according to an article on the Healthcare IT News website. 

 

Even though most healthcare facilities have strong IT security measures in place, traditional cybersecurity sometimes lapses when it comes to the IoT.

 

Having a framework that enables strong authentication between a device and server and between devices is an essential first step, the article said. 

 

Credentials issued to the connected devices will only allow trusted devices to communicate with your organization’s infrastructure. 

 

Read the article.

 



February 13, 2017


Topic Area: Information Technology


Recent Posts

17 Million Patient Records Stolen in PIH Health Ransomware Attack

A ransomware attack halted operations across three of PIH’s hospitals.


Holidays are Prime Times for Healthcare Cyberattacks

A study found that 86 percent of organizations that experienced ransomware attacks were targeted on a holiday or weekend.


Hartford Healthcare Forms Partnership to Open Health Equity Clinic

The new clinic will open in January 2025.


UCHealth Reveals Plans for Memorial Hospital North Expansion

Construction on the patient tower is slated for 2026 with a projected opening to patients in 2029.


What Are 'Hospi-tels'?

Hospitals and hotels are partnering to better cater to patients and families.


 
 


FREE Newsletter Signup Form

News & Updates | Webcast Alerts
Building Technologies | & More!

 
 
 


All fields are required. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

 
 
 
 

Healthcare Facilities Today membership includes free email newsletters from our facility-industry brands.

Facebook   Twitter   LinkedIn   Posts

Copyright © 2023 TradePress. All rights reserved.