Ethical hacking: What to look for in a pen tester

Healthcare organizations experienced a 70% rise in data breaches between 2010 and 2017, costing businesses $408 for every patient record exposed, according to research published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. To avert further breaches, cybersecurity conversations at the boardroom level are urging states and businesses to develop security models. Penetration testing is a powerful tool to simulate cyber attacks and identify any system flaws or weaknesses, with the aim of reducing vulnerabilities and creating a comprehensive security posture. A skilled pen tester should have strong real-world experience and technical knowledge specific to healthcare.