Healthcare organizations must protect sensitive patient data while maintaining availability for critical care operations.
HIPAA Compliance
HIPAA requires administrative, physical, and technical safeguards to protect PHI confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Healthcare Threats
- Ransomware - Attacks that can disrupt patient care.
- PHI Breaches - Theft of protected health information.
- Medical Device Attacks - Compromised IoT and medical equipment.
Security Best Practices
- Access Controls - Role-based access to patient data.
- Encryption - Encrypt PHI at rest and in transit.
- Network Segmentation - Isolate clinical systems from general network.
Conclusion
Healthcare organizations face unique security challenges that combine regulatory compliance with critical care requirements. By implementing HIPAA-compliant security controls and blocking known threats, you can protect patient data while maintaining operational availability.