UnHack (the News): Segmentation, Rural Realities, and Regulatory Challenges with Wes Wright
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July 19, 2024: Wes Wright, Chief Healthcare Officer at Ordr joins Drex for the news. They explore the persistent vulnerabilities of medical devices, highlighting the importance of segmentation and the challenges posed by unpatched systems. How can healthcare organizations balance the need for cybersecurity with the operational realities of small, resource-constrained hospitals? Drex and Wes also delve into the implications of upcoming regulations and the potential benefits and limitations of tech giants like Google and Microsoft offering free services to support smaller hospitals. The conversation covers the complexity of third-party risk management and the necessity of rigorous attestation processes post-breach. As cybersecurity threats evolve, what strategies should healthcare providers adopt to protect their networks and ensure patient safety?
Key Points:
- 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message
- 02:15 Medical Device Vulnerabilities
- 06:03 Regulations and Free Support for Small Hospitals
- 13:14 Challenges with Attestation and Third-Party Risk Management
- 18:05 Conclusion and Upcoming Events
News articles:
- Cyber attacks: How medical device manufacturers can protect themselves
- Red Tape Is Making Hospital Ransomware Attacks Worse
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