The phishing email may also elicit sensitive or proprietary information from the recipient. In certain instances, that malware may spread via the computer network to other computers. Unwitting users may unknowingly click on a malicious link or open a malicious attachment within a phishing email and infect their computer systems with malware. Most significant security incidents are caused by phishing. As a result, email security is a very important part of cybersecurity in healthcare.
Mailbox storage capacities tend to grow with individuals storing all kinds of valuable information such as intellectual property, financial information, patient information and others. Information of all kinds is transacted, created, received, sent and maintained within email systems. EmailĮmail is a primary means for communication within healthcare organizations. These are examples of some assets which healthcare organizations typically have, in addition to those mentioned below. These include smart elevators, smart heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, infusion pumps, remote patient monitoring devices and others. Additionally, thousands of devices that comprise the Internet of Things must be protected as well.
Many healthcare organizations have various types of specialized hospital information systems such as EHR systems, e-prescribing systems, practice management support systems, clinical decision support systems, radiology information systems and computerized physician order entry systems. In today’s electronic world, cybersecurity in healthcare and protecting information is vital for the normal functioning of organizations.