Becker's Healthcare October 25, 2024
No matter how sophisticated an organization’s technical defenses are, human error remains a significant vulnerability.
At the 9th Annual Health IT + Digital Health + Revenue Cycle Conference, several panel sessions focused on cybersecurity and risk management. Health systems are investing in sophisticated technology defenses and partnerships to prevent cybercriminals from disrupting their operations. They’re also paying close attention to third party vendor agreements and disaster preparation. But there are still significant risks.
“Guess who your biggest risk is? Your own people,” said Zafar Chaudry, MD, senior vice president, chief digital officer and chief AI and information officer at Seattle Children’s.
Phishing attacks, where hackers trick employees into clicking malicious links or providing sensitive information, remain one of the most...