Protecting Medical Devices & Systems from Cyber-attacks – Prevention is better than cure
Care Process & Redesign
Technology
Singapore Healthcare Management Congress
SingHealth
31 December 2021
Prevent cyber-attacks on SingHealth Medical Devices and Systems (MDS). Cybersecurity measures strengthened MDS security and organizational resilience.
Year Submitted: 2021
Published Date: 31 December 2021
Tags: Technology, Care Process ＆ Redesign, Digital Health, Cyber Security, System Security, Data Security, Risk Management, Preventive Approach
About this Content
Aims
Prevent cyber-attacks on SingHealth Medical Devices and Systems (MDS).
Background
Rise in connected IoMT devices and cyber risks in healthcare institutions.
Methods
Performed risk assessment, implemented USB port lockdown, and mandated external media scanning policies.
Results
Reduced cybersecurity risks on MDS by 96%; raised awareness among staff and vendors about secure practices.
Conclusion
Cybersecurity measures strengthened MDS security and organizational resilience.
Lessons Learnt
Focused actions on root causes (man and method) significantly reduced risks of cyber-attacks.
Additional Information
SHM 2021 – Merit Award (Risk Management Category).
Keywords
Cybersecurity, IoMT, Medical Devices, Risk Management
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | SingHealth |
Organization(s) Involved | SingHealth Headquarter |
Platform(s) | Singapore Healthcare Management Congress |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Healthcare Administration, Ancillary Care |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Healthcare Administrators |
Project Lead(s) | Ma Guang Rui |
Project Member(s) | Li Siying |
Connect with this contributor!
Ma Guang Rui - singaporehealthcaremanagement@singhealth.com.sg
Project Attachment
C507_SingHealth_SHM_2021_Protecting_Medical_Devices_n_Systems_from_Cyber_attacks.pdf