Piecing together the cybersecurity puzzle in healthcare
As cyberattacks on healthcare systems increase, protecting sensitive patient data requires a collaborative, organization-wide strategy. This approach involves leveraging people, processes, and technology, adhering to regulations, managing cyber risks, and focusing on resilience and continuous improvement to systems.

In 2022, cyberattacks targeting healthcare organizations rose by 86% compared to 2021, placing it in the top three industries threatened by malicious actors. This trend is correlated to the increased understanding that patient data is more valuable than credit card information on the black market, as breached patient records sell for up to $1,000 on the dark web. Cybercriminals increasingly use tactics like ransomware, insider threats, and service provider attacks to steal this treasure leading to significant financial and operational impacts, with an average cost of $10.10 million per breach.
Against this backdrop, securing systems and data in healthcare becomes even more challenging.