Why a Framework for Cybersecurity in Healthcare

There has always been a need for data security and privacy in the healthcare industry. It is therefore important to secure sensitive data within an organization. There are several reasons for a security breach but human error is the most contributor. Healthcare workers may misuse their access to the internal system and the information stored in it. A cyber security framework helps solve these issues by identifying, detecting, responding to, protecting and recovering from the effects of security threats and their consequences. It is a set of guidelines for IT security best practices that the healthcare industry must follow. The Cyber ​​Security Framework helps stakeholders understand and manage healthcare cyber security together as a team. Helps healthcare organizations align business and technology policies, resulting in better management of security risks across the enterprise.