The recent Webinar Wednesday presentation “Active Attacks on Healthcare: Examples, Protections and Lessons Learned” was sponsored by Cynerio. It was eligible for 1 credit from the ACI.
All too often health care environments are hit by cyberattacks that are generalized with terms like “ransomware” and “network incident,” but rarely provide details that can aid others in combating future attacks. The unfortunate reality is that the mechanics and types of attacks vary greatly and must be better understood to properly protect patients, facilities and finances. The Cynerio team discussed the most common types of cyberattack that lead to health care breaches. From ransomware to RATs and everything in between, the team provided simple descriptions, publicly available incidents, technical details and preventative steps that can be taken by every facility regardless of size, resources or funding.
The presenters provided additional information via a question-and-answer session with attendees. The complete webinar with the Q&A session is available on-demand at WebinarWednesday.live.
Attendees provided feedback on the webinar via a survey that included the question, “What does Webinar Wednesday provide the industry?”
“This platform provides valuable information on topics and possible solutions to problems we face today or problems not always thought of as problems,” said Mark Thompson, Biomedical Technician Supervisor, Renew Biomedical.
“It definitely keeps the industry up to date on the latest technology and trends. It’s very informative and gives you an insight you may never have if you weren’t connected to Webinar Wednesday,” said Francis McVean, Engineering Manager, Children’s Hospital of The Kings Daughters.
“Relevant technical information free of charge allowing technicians to remain onsite and provide their facility coverage during these times of short staffing,” said Evelyn Petrea, CBET, Senior Technician III, UNC Healthcare REX at Blue Ridge.
“Up-to-date and relevant information related to the HTM field,” said Jessica Wilkolak, Clinical Engineer, Fairview Hospital.
For more information, visit WebinarWednesday.live.
