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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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Abbott ID Now Device Alert
If exploited, the vulnerability could allow device settings to be modified and/or interrupt the instrument startup process. The ability to exploit this vulnerability is limited, as it would require a direct physical intrusion into the instrument and would require the user to gain access to and tamper with an internal port or memory. Abbott has…
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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…
