A cyberattack can shut down hospital systems, expose patient records, and leave healthcare providers scrambling to recover. In 2024, the average breach cost the industry $9.77 million—an expense few can afford, and no one can ignore.
DefenTec helps healthcare organizations stay ahead of these threats with cybersecurity and IT solutions designed for the complexities of modern healthcare. We secure your infrastructure, keep you compliant, and ensure your systems stay online, so patient care is never compromised.
Cybersecurity Threats in Healthcare
Ransomware Attacks
Ransomware attacks can freeze access to electronic health records (EHRs), delay critical procedures, and force hospitals to divert patients to other facilities.
Targeted Phishing Against Medical Staff
Doctors, nurses, and administrators receive high volumes of emails daily, making them easy targets for phishing scams disguised as urgent messages about patient records, insurance claims, or lab results. A single compromised login can expose an entire network, allowing attackers to steal data or launch further attacks.
Hacking Connected Medical Devices
MRI machines, infusion pumps, and other networked devices can have security gaps like weak passwords or unpatched software. Attackers exploit these flaws to access hospital networks, manipulate devices, or steal patient data.
Data Breaches in EHR Systems
Electronic health records contain detailed patient histories, Social Security numbers, and billing information—highly valuable for identity theft and insurance fraud. Whether through hacking, insider leaks, or unsecured databases, breaches in EHR systems can have long-term consequences.
Third-Party Vendor Risks
Hospitals and healthcare facilities rely on external partners for billing, lab testing, telemedicine platforms, and cloud storage. If a third-party vendor lacks proper security measures, they can serve as an entry point for attackers to infiltrate healthcare networks and steal sensitive data.
How Can DefenTec Help Your Healthcare Organization?
DefenTec equips healthcare organizations with the cybersecurity and IT strength needed to block threats, protect patient data, and keep critical systems running without disruption.
- IT Consulting: We provide strategic guidance on IT infrastructure, helping you optimize your technology to better support patient care and security.
- Enterprise Mobility Management: With the increasing use of mobile devices in healthcare, we help organizations secure and manage their mobile workforce, ensuring devices are protected against security threats.
- Managed Cybersecurity: Our managed cybersecurity services offer proactive protection from a wide range of cyber threats, including malware, ransomware, and phishing, minimizing the risk of a data breach.
- Proactive Threat Monitoring: We monitor your systems 24/7 to detect potential threats before they can compromise your network. Our team uses advanced threat detection tools to identify unusual activity in real-time.
- Compliance & Risk Management: We assist healthcare organizations in adhering to regulatory frameworks, helping you mitigate risks associated with data privacy and security.
- Incident Response & Recovery: In the event of a cyberattack, our incident response and recovery services ensure your organization can recover quickly.
Why Choose DefenTec?
- Clear, No-Nonsense Security – Full transparency in our strategies, pricing, and threat reports, so you always know where you stand.
- Tailored Protection Plans – Customized cybersecurity and IT solutions designed for the challenges of your healthcare organization.
- Support When You Need It – Ongoing monitoring and expert assistance to keep your systems secure all day, every day.
- Proactive Threat Defense – Advanced threat detection and rapid response to stop cyberattacks before they cause damage.
- Scalable Solutions – Flexible services that grow with your organization, whether you're a single practice or a large hospital network.
