Support for Cyberattack Countermeasures in Medical Institutions: List of "Security Family Doctors" Released
Health ISAC Japan, an organization specializing in cybersecurity for the medical field, announced on the 13th that it has released a list of "security family doctor" services for medical institutions nationwide. This initiative aims to protect the safety of medical settings amid the rising risk of cyberattacks.
In recent years, cyberattacks such as ransomware targeting hospitals and clinics have been increasing in Japan, with reports of serious damage including the leakage of medical data and the suspension of clinical services. However, many medical institutions have faced the challenge of lacking IT personnel with specialized knowledge, making it difficult to implement appropriate countermeasures.
The list released this time compiles companies and experts capable of providing specialized support for the security measures of medical institutions. By utilizing this list, medical institutions can smoothly find consultants and services such as security diagnostics that are suited to their specific situations.
Health ISAC Japan states that it hopes to connect medical institutions with experts through this list and enhance the defensive capabilities of the entire industry. As the digitalization of medical settings continues to progress, the importance of such support systems is expected to grow even further.