Security News > 2023 > December > Unveiling the true cost of healthcare cybersecurity incidents

As healthcare organizations increasingly rely on interconnected systems, electronic health records, and telemedicine, the industry becomes a prime target for malicious actors seeking to exploit vulnerabilities.

The consequences of a cybersecurity breach in healthcare are not only measured in compromised data but also in jeopardized patient safety and trust.

The average total cost of a cyberattack experienced by healthcare organizations was $4.99 million, a 13% increase from the previous year.

Rising cyber incidents challenge healthcare organizations.

Healthcare organizations are facing many cybersecurity challenges that require them to increasingly prioritize cybersecurity and compliance, according to Claroty.

53% of healthcare IT staff rate the cybersecurity threat level in the industry as high or extreme, yet many healthcare organizations are not taking the necessary steps to protect medical IoT devices.

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