Report into Waikato DHB cyberattack forwards cybersecurity recommendations

A report analyzing the cyberattack on New Zealand’s former Waikato District Health Board has recommended a range of measures to enhance cybersecurity in the country’s health system. Suggestions include data segmentation, encryption, access controls, and monitoring. The report also advises updating frameworks, investing in IT skills, and simulating cyber incidents for preparation. The Ministry of Health has accepted the recommendations, and the National Cyber Security Uplift Programme is already implementing some measures. The report emphasizes that cybersecurity is an ongoing process that requires a cultural shift and adequate resources.