Cybersecurity in Medical Devices: Protecting Critical Systems and Patient Data

Book Title: Innovation Interconnected: Exploring the Frontiers of Computing and Communication Technologies

Editors:  Dr. M. Germin Nisha and Mr. Albert Prasanna Kumar

ISBN:  978-81-970102-9-3

Chapter: 15

DOI:  https://doi.org/10.59646/CompComTechC15/119

Authors: Dr. J. Senthil1 and Mrs. Munni Evin2

1Assistant Professor (Senior Grade), Department of Food Technology, Paavai Engineering College (Autonomous), Namakkal, Tamil Nadu, India.
2School of Engineering and Computing, American International University, Kuwait.

Abstract:

This book chapter offers a comprehensive exploration of cybersecurity in medical devices, spanning various critical aspects without explicitly mentioning chapter divisions. It begins by examining the escalating integration of technology in healthcare systems and underscores the imperative of safeguarding medical devices for patient safety. The regulatory landscape governing medical device cybersecurity, including FDA regulations and international standards, is meticulously dissected. Additionally, the chapter delves into the evolving threat landscape, presenting case studies to illuminate emerging risks and vulnerabilities. It further discusses a range of security measures such as encryption, authentication, and intrusion detection systems tailored to fortify medical devices against cyber threats. The chapter also explores strategies for securing patient data within medical devices, addressing privacy regulations, data encryption methodologies, and ethical considerations. Lastly, it confronts the complexities of network security and interoperability challenges, emphasizing the need for secure and interconnected healthcare ecosystems to optimize patient care while maintaining robust data security measures.