Protecting electronic medical records, medical equipment, and patient data from theft, tampering, or unauthorised access is known as healthcare cyber security. Sensitive healthcare data must be made available, kept confidential, and handled with integrity using a variety of tools, regulations, and procedures. In order to stop cyberattacks and data breaches, security controls like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption are put into place. It assists in ensuring regulatory compliance, securing patient data, and preventing hackers from accessing medical equipment. Improved patient privacy, a lower chance of fraud and identity theft, and increased system trust are all benefits of healthcare cyber security.
Global Healthcare Cybersecurity Market Driving Factors and Challenges
One of the main reasons giving the industry a significant boost is the complexity and frequency with which cyberattacks targeting healthcare organisations are becoming more common. The necessity to protect sensitive patient data has grown dramatically as a result of the digitalization of medical records and the interconnection of healthcare systems, which is supporting the market's growth. A bright picture for the market is also being created by the increasing use of telemedicine services and electronic health records (EHRs), as well as the strict regulations and data privacy legislation implemented by regulatory organisations and governments.
The market is expanding due in part to healthcare organisations' growing awareness of the possible financial and reputational harm that can result from data breaches and cyberattacks. Aside from this, the market is expanding due to quick technical developments, like the Internet of Things (IoT) devices' incorporation into healthcare infrastructure and the requirement to protect vital medical equipment like insulin pumps and pacemakers. The market is expanding due to the increasing number of alliances and partnerships between cybersecurity companies and healthcare organisations, as well as the application of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) technology in cybersecurity solutions. Additional drivers of market expansion include the rising cost of healthcare and the increasing use of digital healthcare technologies in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
However, customisation of cybersecurity solutions for healthcare organisations is often necessary to satisfy their specific requirements as well as legal mandates. The complexity of medical equipment and electronic health records (EHRs) in healthcare IT environments raises the expense of putting cybersecurity safeguards in place and keeping them up to date. Healthcare organisations are required to adhere to strict standards, such GDPR or HIPAA, which need specialised cybersecurity measures to secure patient data.
The absence of qualified personnel to manage cybersecurity systems, however, presents serious dangers. Without qualified staff, companies find it difficult to apply best practices, identify risks, and react quickly to crises. In the global health cybersecurity industry, vendor dispersion creates integration hurdles that may lead to compatibility problems and increased complexity. In order to support well-informed decision-making for market expansion, this research offers insights into market dynamics, regulatory implications, and potential opportunities.
Impact of COVID-19 on Global Healthcare Cybersecurity Market
The healthcare cybersecurity market has experienced notable effects due to the COVID-19 epidemic. Cybercriminals now have a larger target due to the quick transition to remote employment and telemedicine services. Ransomware attempts and phishing assaults related to COVID-19 surged for healthcare organisations. Increased funding for cybersecurity solutions and training initiatives resulted from the pandemic's emphasis on the necessity of strong cybersecurity safeguards in the healthcare industry.
Global Healthcare Cybersecurity Market Key Players:
The market study provides market data by competitive landscape, revenue analysis, market segments and detailed analysis of key market players such as; AO Kaspersky Lab, Cisco Systems, Inc., Fortinet, Inc., IBM, Imperva, Intel Corporation, Lockheed Martin Corporation, Marubeni Information Systems Co., Ltd., McAfee, LLC., Medigate (Claroty), Northrop Grumman, Symantec Corporation, Trend Micro Incorporated, Others.
Global Healthcare Cybersecurity Market Segmentation:
By Security Type: Based on the Security Type, Global Healthcare Cybersecurity Market is segmented as; Services, Solutions (Antivirus and Antimalware, DDoS Mitigation, Identity and Access Management, Intrusion Detection System/ Intrusion Prevention System, Risk and Compliance Management, Security Information and Event Management).
By Type of Threat: Based on the Type of Threat, Global Healthcare Cybersecurity Market is segmented as; Advanced Persistent Threat, DDoS, Lost or Stolen Devices, Malware, Spyware, Others.
By End Use: Based on the End Use, Global Healthcare Cybersecurity Market is segmented as; Hospitals, Medical Devices, Payers, Pharmaceuticals, Others.
By Region: This research also includes data for Asia-Pacific, Europe, Middle East and Africa, North America, Latin America.
This study also encompasses various drivers and restraining factors of this market for the forecast period. Various growth opportunities are also discussed in the report.