Q&A: A Security Expert Discusses the Importance of Healthcare Cybersecurity

As malicious actors from organized enterprises to state-sponsored groups continue to target healthcare, cybersecurity remains top of mind.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s theme for October’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month is “Secure Our World,” urging the public to stay safe on connected devices by using strong passwords, turning on multifactor authentication, updating software, and recognizing and reporting phishing attempts.
These tips remain relevant whether users are on their personal devices or working on company-issued laptops.
“Smaller to medium-sized healthcare…

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