The Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H) initiates the Digiheals project to enhance cybersecurity in U.S. health systems, in response to the increasing ransomware attacks on medical facilities which have previously led to severe disruptions, including hospital closures. As health systems are integral for patient privacy, safety, and consistent medical care, Digiheals aims to utilize national security technologies to protect health data infrastructure. The initiative seeks to mitigate cyber vulnerabilities within clinical care facilities and personal health devices, ensuring patients continue to receive uninterrupted care, enhancing the overall security and resilience of digital health services against cyber threats.
"id": "arp002071224",
"linkid": "arpa-h",
"type": "Ransomware",
"date": "8/2023",
"severity": "100",
"impact": "7",
"explanation": "Attack that could injure or kill people"