No new funding in EU plan to tackle ransomware attacks against hospitals

Summary: The European Commission has unveiled an action plan aimed at bolstering the cybersecurity of the healthcare sector, which has been the most targeted by cyberattacks in Europe over the past four years. The plan includes guidance for healthcare entities and emphasizes the need for national-level implementation of existing cybersecurity directives, despite the lack of new funding. It acknowledges the critical nature of health systems and the challenges of securing them within the sovereign domains of EU member states.

Threat Actor: Cybercriminals | cybercriminals
Victim: Healthcare Sector | healthcare sector

Keypoints :

• The healthcare sector has experienced more cyberattacks than any other industry in Europe over the past four years.
• The action plan includes the establishment of a European Cybersecurity Support Centre for hospitals, which will provide guidance but not direct support.
• Member states are encouraged to offer targeted support, such as cybersecurity vouchers, to assist healthcare providers in enhancing their cybersecurity measures.