Amidst a continuous stream of cyberattacks targeting the healthcare sector, leading to disruptions in hospitals and patient care, the Biden administration is taking a measured approach in formulating regulations to bolster the industry’s cybersecurity defenses.
Andrea Palm, Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services, stated that they are thoroughly exploring various options to ensure a comprehensive advancement of this agenda. The department oversees several critical aspects of healthcare cybersecurity, including incident preparedness, certification of health IT vendors, and compliance with data security and privacy regulations.
Health and Human Services has multiple potential avenues to regulate cybersecurity within its purview, making it distinct among federal agencies. It remains uncertain if internal disagreements on the right approach or the need for additional resources are delaying the development of healthcare cyber regulations.
During a recent cybersecurity roundtable with industry leaders, representatives from hospital associations and cybersecurity groups discussed concerns and ways for the government to address security gaps that have fueled ransomware attacks. One prevalent concern was the vulnerability of rural hospitals, underscoring how their cybersecurity shortcomings pose a risk to the entire industry.
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