Cybersecurity breaches in medical devices: analyzing FDA safety communications in response to patient security concerns.

Abstract

The increasing integration of connected medical devices and internet of things (IoT) technologies in healthcare has significantly improved patient care and operational efficiency. However, this rapid digital transformation has also introduced serious cybersecurity vulnerabilities in medical devices, posing risks to patient safety and sensitive health data. Cybersecurity threats can allow unauthorized remote access to devices, cause device malfunctions, and lead to data breaches. As medical devic