Indian Healthcare Sector Experiences Significant Surge in Cyber Attacks
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Contributed by: Drex DeFord
Summary
The Indian healthcare sector is experiencing a significant cybersecurity crisis, suffering from an alarming average of 8,614 cyberattacks each week, which is over four times the global average. This vulnerability has led to a 20% increase in cybercrime rates in 2024, with healthcare being one of the most targeted sectors. The rise in incidents, coupled with the critical nature of healthcare operations and the growing use of inadequately secured medical IoT devices, poses serious risks to patient safety and data integrity. As India’s cybersecurity infrastructure remains underdeveloped, healthcare professionals must prioritize enhanced security measures to protect sensitive information and ensure continuity of care.
