Healthcare
The nature of the healthcare industry is such that organisations operating within it are obliged to attain, process, and store highly sensitive patient data.
The nature of the healthcare industry is such that organisations operating within it are obliged to attain, process, and store highly sensitive patient data. For this reason, healthcare providers in both the public and private sector are increasingly targeted for cyber-attack.
Common forms of attack include ransomware, cloud and email compromises, and supply chain attacks. Suppliers are often targeted due to their greater vulnerability, and their ability to provide back-door access into the intended target.
Gaining access to any hospitals confidential patient data potentially offers a high monetary return to a hacker, making the healthcare industry a valuable target for hackers. Hacks of any nature can negatively impact upon a healthcare organization’s daily operations, patient care, productivity, and finances.
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of UK healthcare organisations saying they had to cancel face-to-face appointments due to an attack
of UK healthcare organisations suffered a ransomware attack in the past year
the average cost of a data breach for a healthcare organisation
How we help our clients
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Protect Patient Data
Protecting patient data is of critical importance in the healthcare industry. This is because healthcare organisations handle a wide range of sensitive information, including medical records, financial information, and personal identification documents. The unauthorised access, use, or disclosure of this information could have serious consequences for patients, including financial losses and damage to their reputation.
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Protecting Essential Services
Ensuring no interference to essential services in healthcare due to cyberattacks is of critical importance. This is because healthcare organisations provide a wide range of essential services that are vital to the well-being of patients. Any interruption to these services could have serious consequences, including delays in care and potential harm to patients.
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Regular Testing of Internal Networks
& Systems
Regular testing of internal networks and systems is important in order to identify and address vulnerabilities that could be exploited by cybercriminals. This is because cyberattacks are a constant threat and can occur at any time, potentially resulting in significant financial losses, damage to the organisation's reputation, and harm to customers or clients.
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Training Personnel
Training personnel in good cybersecurity practices is of critical importance in the healthcare industry. This is because healthcare organisations handle a wide range of sensitive information, including medical records, financial information, and personal identification documents. The unauthorised access, use, or disclosure of this information could have serious consequences for patients, including financial losses and damage to their reputation.
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Managing Security Risk
The healthcare sector is subject to strict regulations that govern the handling and protection of personal data. Managing security risk helps to ensure that healthcare facilities are compliant with these regulations and are taking appropriate measures to protect personal data.
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Detect and Respond to Intrusion
Social Engineering is the use of psychological manipulation to influence individuals to disclose sensitive information or perform actions that may not be in their best interest. It is a common tactic used by cybercriminals to gain access to systems and data, and it can be particularly effective in the legal sector due to the high levels of trust that clients place in legal firms.
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