Biohacking connected devices: What IT leaders need to know about the ‘Internet of Humans’

The healthcare industry is increasingly vulnerable to cybersecurity threats as the use of connected medical devices proliferates. Researchers have discovered flaws in security in several medical devices, including hospital anesthesia and respiratory machines, making patients’ lives at risk. Healthcare CIOs and CISOs are urged to carry out thorough research and investigation into the security and safety ramifications of medical devices being considered for use at their organizations. They are also encouraged to put pressure on manufacturers to fix current flaws and release future devices free of said flaws to address security concerns effectively.