Covid-19 Attacks: Healthcare Targets.

During the COVID-19 pandemic healthcare system became a favourite target for hackers, including research centres and educational institutions. The latest attack was observed in the University of California (San Francisco). University reported an attack without providing any details about affected structures.

Previously in March Canadian government health organization, engaged in the COVID-19 response, was targeted with an open-source ransomware.

In May the FBI and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency reported an attack to U.S. research and healthcare institutions which are involved in COVID-19 vaccine trials.

Considering the increase of remote working during the pandemic, healthcare system became more vulnerable. Phishing is a number one attack vector. Also lack of established security policies and employees awareness trainings increases success of the conducted attacks.

Healthcare Smart Building: New Cybersecurity Threats?

Healthcare field was always popular among hackers. Having patient health information, intellectual property, payment card details and much more information it’s very valuable for cybercriminals. With smart buildings era and IoT (Internet of Medical Things) the risk to be exploited significantly increased. Emergency care rooms, laboratories, receptions need to be controlled and protected. It will be collaboration between IT and cybersecurity professional from one side and Healthcare Leaders and Managers from another one. Let’s check the results later…