Do No Harm

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As the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) expands in scope and importance, it's become increasingly apparent that these convenient and useful devices also come with hidden security risks--not just to people, but to hospitals and, ultimately, our data. In Do No Harm: Protecting Connected Medical Devices, Healthcare, and Data from Hackers and Adversarial Nation States, cybersecurity expert Matthew Webster draws on over 25 years of experience in IT and information security to walk you through an insightful exploration of the health benefits offered by the IoMT, the security risks they create, and the concrete steps you can take to protect yourself, your organization, and your patients from harm. You'll discover how the high barriers for protecting connected medical devices interfere with lifesaving innovations that could disrupt the healthcare industry and change the way disease is treated. You'll also learn why the healthcare industry is one in which change is desperately needed, and why that need for change must be balanced against regulatory requirements that protect patient data and health. Perfect for medical device researchers, manufacturers, business leaders, cybersecurity professionals, healthcare professionals, and system administrators, the book includes vital information for anyone interested in patient privacy, cybersecurity, and the Internet of Medical Things, including: The reasons behind the expansion of the medical device industry The dark side of the demand for IoMT devices The regulatory landscape of IoMT devices and common roadblocks to safe adoption How to protect health data from cell phones and commonly used applications How the various disciplines of cybersecurity can enable hospitals and other entities to protect themselves from cybercriminals and threats from nation states who act with relative impunity