DIGITAL HEALTH DEFENSE: UNRAVELINGTHE LATEST STRATEGIES INCYBERSECURITY FOR HEALTHINFORMATION SYSTEMS

Authors

  • Sripriya Bayyapu Sr. Business Process Analyst, NewWave Telecom & Technologies, INC (CMS- Center for Medicare and Medicaid), United States Author
  • Ramesh Reddy Turpu Platform Engineer, Ally Financial INC, United States Author
  • Rajender Reddy Vangala DC Project Delivery, Senior Analyst, Deloitte Consulting LLC, United States Author

Keywords:

Cyber Security, Health IT, Trends, Strategies, Health Information Systems, Patient Data, Cyber Threats, Regulatory Compliance, Standards, HIPAA, HITECH Act, GDPR, Security, Best Practices, Risk Assessment, Access Controls, Encryption, Threat Detection,, Patch Management, Employee Training, Incident Response, Vendor Risk Management, End-of-Life Systems, Zero Trust Architecture, Blockchain

Abstract

The rapid digitization of healthcare services has significantly transformed the industry, bringing unprecedented efficiency but also exposing health information systems to evolving cyber threats. This research paper undertakes a comprehensive exploration of the intricate realm of Cyber Security in Health Information Technology(Health IT). Focused on investigating the latest trends and strategies, the study seeks toilluminate critical insights into enhancing the security of health information systems and safe guarding patient data from the escalating menace of cyber threats. The introduction contextualizes the urgency of cyber security in the healthcare sector, emphasizing thecritical role of health IT in modern healthcare delivery. As healthcare system sincre asingly rely on interconnected digital platforms, the need to protect patient data against a diverse range of cyber threats becomes paramount. The objectives and scope of this research are carefully outlined, setting the stage for an in-depth examination of the subject matter. The literature review provides a historical backdrop to cyber threats in healthcare, exploring the evolution of attacks and previous research endeavors in health IT security .Existing strategies are analyzed, offering a foundation for understanding their strength sand limitations. This section serves as a critical framework for evaluating emerging trends and innovative strategies highlighted in the subsequent sections.

. Current trends in Health IT cyber security are meticulously examined, delving into the latest threats and attack vectors. The paper identifies and analyzes trends that significantly impact the health IT security landscape, offering a snapshot of the dynamic challenges faced by healthcare organizations. Strategies for enhancing security form apivotal segment, exploring a multifaceted approach to fortify health information systems. This involves the implementation of robust access controls, encryption techniques, advanced threat detection, and the integration of artificial intelligence and machine learning for proactive defense. Real-world case studies provide concrete examples of the impact of cyber threats on health information systems and under score the need for resilient security measures. In essence, this research paper offers a comprehensive examination of the current state of Cyber Security in Health IT, providing valuable insights into effective strategie sand trends crucial for preserving patient data integrity in an increasingly digitized and interconnected healthcare landscape.

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Published

2020-05-30

How to Cite

DIGITAL HEALTH DEFENSE: UNRAVELINGTHE LATEST STRATEGIES INCYBERSECURITY FOR HEALTHINFORMATION SYSTEMS. (2020). INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (IJEET), 11(3), 564-578. https://iaeme-library.com/index.php/IJEET/article/view/IJEET_11_03_062