Penn Medicine CISO offers tips for COVID-19 cybersecurity response

Hospitals and health systems are facing an increase in cybersecurity threats during the coronavirus crisis. Dan Costantino, Chief Information Security Officer at Penn Medicine, explains the adjustments his team has made, including efforts to thwart COVID-19-themed phishing attempts and securely roll out telehealth offerings. The security team has increased their vigilance, created a rapid-response risk-analysis capability, and coordinated closely with clinical and operational IT leaders to support the health system. Smaller hospitals should prioritize accommodation without being reckless during this challenging time.