Why a health system CIO is looking at other industries for cyber strategy

Becker's Healthcare October 24, 2024
Naomi Diaz

As hospitals become increasingly interconnected, cybersecurity challenges are evolving rapidly, that’s why New York City-based Montefiore Health System’s CIO is looking at other industries for cyber strategy.

“Hospitals are more connected than ever — everything from medical devices to patient records uses the internet,” Deepesh Chandra, CIO of the health system, told Becker’s.

While this connectivity enhances care delivery, it also increases vulnerability to cyber threats like ransomware and phishing, which have increased across industries. For instance, a Microsoft report found a 300% increase in ransomware attacks since 2015, with healthcare being among the most affected sectors.

To address these risks, Montefiore is adopting a multi-faceted strategy that includes staff training, vendor vetting, and building resilient technical infrastructure....

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