State of the Industry

The healthcare sector continues to face escalating cybersecurity threats, with an increasing number of patient records and drug recipe data being breached. Data from the HHS’ Office for Civil Rights reveals that between January and October 2022, there were 594 data breaches reported in the industry, with an average of 60 breaches per month. Many of these breaches were linked to third-party vendors, highlighting the vulnerabilities introduced through external partnerships (supply-chain risk).

Another significant factor exacerbating this situation is the healthcare industry’s generally limited IT budget, especially among organizations outside of “big pharma,” such as local healthcare trusts which often struggle to afford leading cybersecurity services like those provided by SecureWorks. This fiscal constraint is particularly worrisome, considering the sector’s increasing reliance on technology and the internet, making it a prime target for cyber-attacks.

Recent Attacks and Emerging Threats

Ransomware attacks remain a significant threat to the healthcare sector, with 25% of all ransomware attacks in 2022 targeting healthcare organizations. CommonSpirit Health, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit hospital systems, experienced a high-profile ransomware attack that disrupted operations and patient care. Cyberattacks on healthcare organizations globally have increased by 74% compared to the previous year, with the US healthcare sector experiencing an 86% surge in cyberattacks. Phishing attacks continue to be the primary vector for cyberattacks, followed by ransomware. Third-party vendors, cloud breaches, and IoT attacks are identified as the major vulnerabilities that healthcare organizations need to address in 2023.

These ongoing threats have prompted healthcare executives to increase cybersecurity budgets and invest in training and infrastructure to fortify their defenses against cyberattacks. The need to protect patient data and maintain uninterrupted healthcare services has become a top priority for the industry.

CyBourn’s Customized Solutions

CyBourn specializes in addressing the distinct cybersecurity challenges encountered by healthcare organizations, particularly in relation to third-party vendors. Our team of highly skilled consultants has a deep understanding of the healthcare industry and adheres to strict HIPAA requirements. We recognize the critical importance of protecting patient data and ensuring regulatory compliance. By leveraging our comprehensive approach, which encompasses cutting-edge technology, expert advisory services, and continuous monitoring, we provide healthcare organizations with robust cybersecurity defenses against both known and emerging threats. With CyBourn, you can trust that your organization’s sensitive information is safeguarded, allowing you to focus on delivering quality care to your patients.

• Vulnerability Assessments & Security Audits: Our team performs comprehensive assessments to identify potential weak spots in your systems, followed by detailed audits to ensure your security infrastructure is robust.
• Comprehensive 24/7 Managed Detection and Response with EtherLast™: Our proprietary EtherLast™ platform powers 24/7 monitoring, threat detection, and response. Our SOC team employs machine learning, customized automation, and existing tools integration for efficient, cost-effective security.
• Incident Response: Our specialized CSIRT (Computer Security Incident Response Team) delivers a robust, swift, and human-led incident response service. We prioritize active remediation, thorough analysis, and expert guidance, emphasizing human-centric solutions over automated incident handling.
• Security Tool Configuration and Management: We help select and configure security tools and often serve as an extended part of client IT teams managing infrastructure.
• Compliance Advisory: We guide businesses through complex regulatory landscapes to ensure compliance with relevant laws and standards.
• Penetration Testing: Through rigorous testing, we identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited by attackers.
• Proactive Threat Hunting: Our team proactively seeks out and neutralizes threats before they can impact your business.
• Vendor Risk Management: CyBourn offers robust vendor risk management, conducting security assessments, continuous threat monitoring, and swift incident response to safeguard healthcare organizations from third-party vulnerabilities.
• Prioritizing Insider Threats and APTs: We target insider threats and Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs) by employing proactive threat hunting, behavioral analysis, and comprehensive staff training, thereby reducing the risk of inadvertent data breaches.

CyBourn’s Comprehensive Approach

At CyBourn, we excel in identifying both external and internal attack surfaces, uncovering security gaps, recommending necessary controls, and proposing specific actions for remediation and improvement.

Continuous risk assessment evaluations form a crucial part of our approach. By regularly diagnosing potential vulnerabilities in your systems and utilizing real-time attack surface monitoring, we provide proactive defenses against potential ransomware and phishing attacks.

Our comprehensive approach enables our clients to develop a roadmap for enhancing their cybersecurity posture, tailor-made to the threats they face. Our dedicated, human-led incident response team operates from our 24/7/365 Security Operations Center, utilizing industry-leading tools for real-time system and network monitoring. We ensure early detection and prompt response to potential cyber threats, significantly mitigating any possible damage.

In Summary

In an era of escalating cyber threats, CyBourn provides the expertise, technology, and services needed to protect your healthcare organization. Together, we can navigate the complex cybersecurity landscape, ensuring your healthcare organization remains resilient, protected, and compliant, all while maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive health data.