cybersecurity
FDA outlines developments for 3D printing, AI & cybersecurity
The FDA’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) is working on new industry policies and regulations for medical device cybersecurity, 3D-printing and artificial intelligence (AI), according to Regulatory Focus. more
Arxan talks cyber-security and medical device vulnerabilities
Medical Plastics News speaks to Rusty Carter, VP of Product Management at application protection company Arxan Technologies about cyber-security and medical device vulnerabilities. more
Learning to trust: should we let our medtech guard down?
In the latest edition of Medical Plastics News, group editor Lu Rahman discusses issues of data security and whether we should trust connected medical devices. more
Wireless syringe infusion pumps vulnerable to cyber-attacks
The US Department of Homeland Security issues warning over the devices, which it says could be hacked. more
UK to receive medical device cyber-security testing lab
A programme designed to test the cyber-security capabilities of medical devices will come to the UK by the end of 2017. more
Irish cybersecurity firm bags Fresenius contract
Nova Leah, a Dundalk headquartered medical device security company has secured a deal with Fresenius Medical Care, a major supplier of dialysis products. more
Study finds ‘critical security deficiencies’ in medical devices
Survey of medical device manufacturers and healthcare delivery organisations reveals industry’s lack of confidence and alignment in securing medical devices. more
Under attack: How safe is your connected medical device?
Lu Rahman examines the growing issue of cybersecurity and medical devices. more
Make the connection: Cybercrime in the medical device sector
Lu Rahman discusses the rising threat of cyber crime in the medical device sector. more
Cybersecurity and medical devices: Expert advice
Cybersecurity threats are an increasing worry to medical device businesses. Nova Leah offers expert advice in the safeguarding of medical devices. The company’s founder Anita Finnegan discusses the significance of the company’s work. more
Why preparing World of Health IT is so fun
Healthcare communications consultant Teresa Bau discusses preparing the World of Health IT (WoHIT), meeting healthcare professionals and working in areas close to her heart. more
Vibrator sends hard-hitting security message
Trend Micro spokesman, Udo Schneider recently demonstrated his ability to hack almost any device by placing a large, neon-pink vibrator on a desk and bringing it to life through his computer more
Medical devices to get FDA cybersecurity guidance
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued draft guidelines on how medical device makers can protect patients from cybersecurity vulnerabilities in their devices more