Why Medical Device Cybersecurity Needs HTM Expertise
HTM professionals bring critical clinical context to medical device cybersecurity, but the growing role also requires new skills and training.
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Framework Addresses Cybersecurity and Maintenance for Legacy Ultrasound Systems
An analysis finds nine in 10 cleared ultrasound system designs predate the US cyber-device statute—and all four CISA advisories naming ultrasound lines had incomplete patch coverage.
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Securing the Biomedical Network: Building a Foundation for Safe, Connected Healthcare
A layered cybersecurity strategy can help healthcare organizations protect connected medical devices without disrupting clinical operations.
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IBM Report Finds AI-Enabled Data Breaches Cost Organizations Average of $6 Million
Malicious attacks using artificial intelligence increased 56% over the previous year, according to the 2026 Cost of a Data Breach Report.
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Baxter Identifies Cybersecurity Incident Involving Third-Party Applications
The company reports no impact on manufacturing, patient services, or medical technology safety.
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CHAI Forms New Group to Address Artificial Intelligence Cyber Threats
The work group will develop playbooks and risk assessment tools to help healthcare organizations defend against advanced model risks.
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HANYS Marketplace and ECRI Partner to Improve Patient Safety in New York Hospitals
The collaboration provides health systems with evidence-based solutions to address medical device safety, infection control, and medication practices.
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Joint Commission International Launches Clinical Certification Program
The certification provides a framework for specific service lines and does not require prior organizational accreditation.
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ECRI Names Cottage Health Winner of 2026 Health Technology Excellence Award
The nonprofit organization named the California health system the winner of its 2026 Health Technology Excellence Award for a program that redistributes blood products.
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Medline Recalls Neonatal Breathing Circuits Due to Thermal Damage Risk
The nationwide recall affects Hudson RCI neonatal and infant heated wire breathing circuits following reports of melting, smoke, and localized thermal damage at the humidifier connector.
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Joint Commission and American Hospital Association Expand Cyber Resilience Program
The second phase introduces advisory services and a certification program to help hospitals maintain patient care during technology outages.
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Cybersecurity Report Shows Rise in Ransomware and Vulnerabilities
The report found a 51% increase in published vulnerabilities and warned that attackers continue to target connected medical devices and other specialized systems.
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FDA Issues Early Alert for Becton Dickinson Needle Sets Following Reports of Injuries and Deaths
The agency warns of a high-risk issue where needle components may lock during insertion, potentially delaying critical care.
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Bipartisan Bill Aims to Strengthen Cybersecurity for Rural Hospitals
The Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act would require the Department of Health and Human Services to develop workforce strategies and training resources for rural facilities.
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