Healthcare organizations possess vast amounts of sensitive data, including patient records, financial information, and intellectual property. This data is highly valuable on the black market and can be used for identity theft, insurance fraud, or other malicious purposes.
Cybercriminals see potential financial gain in attacking healthcare institutions. Ransomware attacks, for instance, can disrupt operations and demand large sums of money for the restoration of services.
Some healthcare institutions might not have robust cybersecurity measures in place due to budget constraints, lack of expertise, or inadequate awareness of potential threats.
Many healthcare systems rely on outdated technology and infrastructure, making them more susceptible to cyber attacks. Legacy systems, including medical devices, are an easy entry point for attackers as they might have vulnerabilities that can be exploited.
The healthcare sector must adhere to strict regulations like HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) that mandate the protection and confidentiality of patient data. This makes healthcare organizations attractive targets, as non-compliance can lead to severe penalties.
The uninterrupted functioning of healthcare services is critical, making these institutions more likely to pay ransoms or take urgent actions to regain access to their systems. This makes them attractive targets for ransomware attacks.
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PAM is crucial in the healthcare industry, as it plays a significant role in securing sensitive data, maintaining compliance, and safeguarding critical infrastructure.
Here are some key reasons why deploying a PAM tool is important in the healthcare sector:
Healthcare organizations deal with a vast amount of sensitive patient information, including medical records, personal details, and financial data. PAM helps restrict access to this information, ensuring that only authorized personnel can access and manage patient data.
The healthcare industry is subject to various regulations such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in the United States or the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union. PAM solutions help organizations comply with these regulations by enforcing strict access controls, monitoring activities, and providing audit trails.
PAM tools help prevent unauthorized access to critical systems and applications. By implementing strong authentication mechanisms, session monitoring, and privilege elevation controls, healthcare organizations can reduce the risk of data breaches and insider threats.
Healthcare facilities rely on critical infrastructure such as electronic health record (EHR) systems, medical imaging devices, and communication platforms. PAM helps secure these systems by controlling and monitoring privileged access, reducing the likelihood of cyberattacks that could disrupt healthcare services.
Healthcare services must be available 24/7 to ensure patient care is not compromised. PAM solutions contribute to the overall cybersecurity posture, helping prevent downtime caused by security incidents or unauthorized access to critical systems.
PAM solutions often include features for managing and rotating privileged credentials regularly. This reduces the risk associated with compromised credentials and helps maintain a more secure authentication environment.
Teamwork is essential in healthcare, as different departments and specialists join forces to offer optimal care for every patient. Accessing a network from new devices poses risks since not all devices may have sufficient security measures. Furthermore, healthcare staff often lack familiarity with fundamental cybersecurity best practices. To allow them to focus on saving lives, WALLIX offers a secure Remote Access solution.
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It is now essential that cybersecurity leaders extend their company’s security strategy to encompass an assessment of the security status and threats of any operational environment, especially when it comes to the health sector where the risk can be life-threatening.
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“The WALLIX PAM solved all of our cyber security pain points and we have complete control and visibility, even when it comes to remote access.”
“The WALLIX PAM helped us to obtain our agreement to host health data. It is a real competitive advantage to be able to trace and audit all actions on the IT infrastructure, particularly when it comes to protecting our clients’ sensitive data. The WALLIX PAM has helped strengthen the security of our services.”
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