and the care sector isn't immune. In fact, healthcare and care facilities are increasingly targeted due to the valuable personal and medical data they hold.
of UK businesses experience cyber attacks annually
average cost per cyber incident
of attacks involve phishing, targeting your staff directly
due to limited IT budgets and resources
Attackers don't discriminate. Small and medium care providers often have smaller IT budgets, making them more vulnerable than large corporate enterprises. Yet the impact can be devastating, not just financially, but to your reputation and the trust of residents and their families.
As healthcare becomes increasingly technology-driven and GDPR compliance remains a top priority, cybersecurity is no longer optional, it's essential. Your care home handles:
A single cyber incident could expose you to:
Staff receive emails that appear legitimate but steal login credentials or install malware. One click can compromise your entire system.
Criminals encrypt your systems and demand payment. Without proper protection, you could lose access to vital resident records and operational systems.
Sophisticated scams targeting staff to release information or make fraudulent payments. Care staff's helpful nature can be exploited.
Whether malicious or accidental, staff actions can lead to data breaches. Proper coverage protects against internal risks too.
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