HHS Audit Flags Web App Security Gaps at Large Hospital
Summary
• Web-facing application security weaknesses at a large U.S. hospital could expose IT systems and patient information to cyberattacks.
• These issues are common across many healthcare entities, indicating potential vulnerabilities in similar organizations.
Why It Matters for Texas Credit Unions
Texas credit unions may also face similar cybersecurity risks and should ensure their web applications are secure to protect member data.
Original Source Material
Experts: Problems Are Frequent Weaknesses Across Healthcare Sector Entities Security weaknesses in web-facing apps used at a large U.S. hospital could leave the facility's IT systems and sensitive patient information vulnerable to cyberattacks, found federal auditors. Those same problems also haunt many other healthcare entities, experts said.