Cybersecurity in Healthcare: Protecting Critical Infrastructure Against Evolving Threats

This research paper addresses the healthcare sector's cybersecurity challenges and explores strategies for protecting critical infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. Healthcare organizations increasingly rely on interconnected medical devices, IT systems, and patient data, making them prime targets for cyberattacks. The study draws on existing literature and presents a comprehensive framework for identifying and mitigating risks to healthcare infrastructure. Topics include security vulnerabilities, IT challenges, risk assessments, and threat mitigation strategies. The findings emphasize the need for robust cybersecurity frameworks to safeguard healthcare systems, reduce vulnerabilities, and improve resilience. Recommendations focus on enhanced risk management, IT governance, and proactive cybersecurity policies in healthcare.