In today’s ever-evolving threat landscape, staying ahead of cybersecurity risks is more critical than ever for healthcare organizations. That’s why, each month, Clearwater Security delivers a Cyber Briefing, providing a comprehensive digest of the latest news, emerging threats, and key updates from across the healthcare cybersecurity ecosystem.
Cyberattacks targeting healthcare organizations have been on the rise, and New York State is stepping up its defenses. As of October 2, 2024, new cybersecurity regulations are in effect for general hospitals in the state, marking a significant step forward in protecting sensitive patient data and ensuring the operational resilience of healthcare facilities.
The Health Infrastructure Security and Accountability Act (HISAA) introduced in the U.S. Senate on September 26 is another good step forward in addressing key factors contributing to the healthcare sector’s deficiency in establishing and maintaining adequate cybersecurity controls and risk management programs. While there are many in the sector that are already implementing recognized standards, having mandated standards would help to make sure everyone is playing by the same rules.
