Health sector cyberattacks Critics slam federal response as weak and disjointed

TLDR:

• Health care is the most frequent target for ransomware attacks.
• Federal response to cyberattacks in the health industry is criticized as feeble and fractured.

Health care industry faced numerous cyberattacks, including a significant hack of payments manager Change Healthcare which left many practices unpaid for months. The federal government’s response to these cyberattacks is underpowered and focused mainly on hospitals. Critics argue that more investment and a broader focus are needed to strengthen cybersecurity measures across the industry. The Health and Human Services Department’s approach to cybersecurity is questioned, with concerns about inadequate funding and fragmented efforts across different agencies.