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Medical Device vulnerabilities actively exploited in the wild.
I came across an insightful article from 2022 during the holiday break, revealing that vulnerabilities in medical technology are actively exploited by advanced persistent threats (APTs). Our database highlights over 190 known vulnerabilities in medical devices, challenging the belief that our niche field in Biomedical Engineering is immune to cyber threats. This underscores the necessity…
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The Challenges Series – Part 1: Different Perspectives = Different Priorities
Introduction In an earlier post, we discussed some of the challenges facing Biomedical Engineering departments when dealing with cybersecurity. In a series of posts, starting with this one, we’ll delve deeper into the challenges faced by clinical engineering departments when addressing cybersecurity for medical devices. Hopefully, by identifying some of the issues, we can move…
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Ontario Hospitals suffer Cyberattack – Updated
A group of hospitals in southwestern Ontario have suffered an interruption of service due to a cybersecurity attack. Their IT-service provider is investigating if any data has been compromised. Member hospitals shutdown some key systems and are using manual methods to keep services flowing for patients. The cyberattack vector, full extent of the outage, or…
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Cybersecurity and Negative Impacts to Patient Care
An intriguing infographic arrived in my inbox today. Originating from a U.S. company, it showcased the usual graphs and charts illustrating the effects of cybersecurity breaches on healthcare organizations, along with their financial consequences. However, here in Canada, the outcomes of cyber events seldom revolve around monetary losses or reputational damage. As public institutions, our…
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Recent Data Breach Raises Concerns in BC
In a recent cyberattack, cybercriminals targeted the Health Employers Association of BC (HEABC), exposing personal data of healthcare workers in British Columbia (BC). This incident highlights the critical importance of cybersecurity in the public sector. The BC government reported that three of their websites fell victim to the attack, leading to a significant breach of…
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Cybersecurity in Biomedical Engineering Departments: Ensuring Patient Care and Safety
Discover the critical challenges faced by biomedical engineering departments in ensuring robust cybersecurity. From navigating complex environments to tackling legacy systems, read on to understand how prioritizing cybersecurity measures and fostering awareness can safeguard patient care and valuable medical data effectively. Explore actionable strategies to enhance cybersecurity in biomedical engineering and protect against evolving cyber…
