Ransomware and electronic records access, healthcare’s biggest threats

Ransomware is the most urgent external threat facing healthcare provider organizations, according to cybersecurity experts. However, they also highlight the importance of addressing internal threats, such as unauthorized access to patient records, which can lead to breaches of trust, image damage, violations of federal regulations, and the risk of lawsuits. Experts recommend implementing system back-ups, conducting simulated attacks, and eliminating passwords as measures to protect against these threats.