As healthcare becomes increasingly intertwined with information technology, hackers and system glitches have the potential to disrupt medical devices and undermine the security of private patient information. Get details on why medical technology networks may be uniquely vulnerable to attacks. To find out what biomeds, manufacturers, and other healthcare technology professionals can do to better protect their devices and networks, read our cover story.
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As healthcare becomes increasingly intertwined with information technology, hackers and system glitches have the potential to disrupt medical devices and undermine the security of private patient information. Get details on why medical technology networks may be uniquely vulnerable to attacks. To find out what biomeds, manufacturers, and other healthcare technology professionals can do to better protect their devices and networks, read our