INE Security promotes cybersecurity training for healthcare workers

INE Security, a leader in cybersecurity training, has launched an initiative to highlight the growing cyber threats faced by healthcare facilities in the U.S. This announcement comes during National Physicians Week 2025. New data shows a steep increase in cyberattacks against hospitals and clinics, which have cost the industry millions and put patient safety at risk. In 2023, the healthcare sector reported 725 hacking-related breaches that exposed over 124 million patient records. This was the worst year on record for such incidents. On average, each data breach now costs around $10.93 million, making healthcare the most targeted industry. To combat these threats, INE Security emphasizes the need for ongoing training for healthcare workers. Experts have noted that human error is a leading cause of these breaches. Currently, nearly one-third of healthcare employees have not received any cybersecurity training from their employers. Since human mistakes contribute to about 33% of healthcare cyber incidents, training is crucial. INE Security advocates that all healthcare team members, from doctors to IT staff, play a vital role in cybersecurity. CEO Dara Warn stressed that training should be as regular and essential as medical education to create a culture of security awareness. Patients expect their personal health information to be treated with high security standards. Around 66% of patients would consider changing providers if their data was compromised due to inadequate security. Healthcare organizations are enhancing their security by encouraging IT staff to earn cybersecurity certifications. These certifications help ensure that professionals are well-equipped to prevent and respond to cyber threats. INE Security offers a variety of programs to support this training. Their hands-on approach covers everything from basic cybersecurity practices to advanced skills like incident response. During this week, INE Security aims to partner with healthcare organizations to ensure that the systems protecting patient data are secure. Proper training for healthcare professionals can significantly reduce the risk of cyber incidents and maintain patient trust in an increasingly digital healthcare landscape.