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Biden Boosts Rural Hospital Cybersecurity

June 11, 2024
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Biden Boosts Rural Hospital Cybersecurity

The Biden administration, in collaboration with tech giants Google and Microsoft, is ramping up cybersecurity assistance for rural and critical-access hospitals to counter the rising tide of cyber threats in the healthcare sector. These hospitals, often serving as vital lifelines for millions of Americans, face particular challenges due to their remote locations and limited resources. Recognizing their crucial role, Google and Microsoft are offering free or heavily discounted cybersecurity resources, including security products, advice, and funding for software migration. This initiative aims to fortify the resilience of these hospitals against cyberattacks, ensuring uninterrupted healthcare services for rural communities.

Under this program, Microsoft is providing substantial discounts on security products and offering free licenses for its Microsoft 365 E5 Security solution to eligible rural hospitals. Additionally, Microsoft is extending security updates for Windows 10 at no cost to participating hospitals. On the other hand, Google is offering endpoint security guidance and financial support for software migration, along with launching a pilot program tailored to the unique needs of rural hospitals. These efforts are part of a broader push to modernize cybersecurity infrastructure in the healthcare sector and mitigate the growing risks posed by cyber threats.

The rise in cyberattacks targeting healthcare institutions underscores the urgent need for comprehensive cybersecurity measures, particularly in critical-access hospitals, which often operate on thin margins and struggle with workforce shortages. The Biden administration’s focus on bolstering cybersecurity in rural healthcare facilities aligns with bipartisan efforts in Congress, such as the Rural Hospital Cybersecurity Enhancement Act, aimed at enhancing cybersecurity workforce development and resource allocation for these institutions. Through collaboration between government, industry, and healthcare stakeholders, the aim is to build a safer and more resilient healthcare infrastructure capable of withstanding evolving cyber threats.

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  • Google and Microsoft will Provide Cyber Assistance to Rural Hospitals
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