Sunrise Labs & MassMEDIC Webinar: “Cybersecurity in 2024 and Beyond” Recap
Sunrise Labs, in partnership with MassMEDIC, recently hosted a webinar titled “Cybersecurity in 2024 and Beyond; Benefits of a Systems Approach in Medical Device Development.” The informative session featured Sunrise Labs’ experts: Dave Hibbard (VP of Engineering), Christine Nason (Director of Software), and Nick Daniell (Senior Principal Software Engineer) alongside Shiv Sabesan, CTO of Cytrellis Biosystems, Inc.
Addressing Evolving Threats with a Systems View
The webinar addresses the critical need for a comprehensive systems approach to medical device cybersecurity, especially in light of the ever-changing regulatory landscape and new FDA guidance. The speakers emphasized the importance of a holistic cybersecurity strategy to safeguard patient safety, sensitive data, and the integrity of medical devices.
Key Takeaways
- Integration with Risk Management: The session explored methods for integrating cybersecurity considerations into existing system risk management practices for medical devices.
- Post-Market Monitoring: Attendees learned valuable methods for continuous monitoring to control cyber risk after a device’s launch, considering the evolving threat landscape.
- Shifting the Paradigm: The core message of the webinar was to encourage a paradigm shift towards a systems-based perspective on cybersecurity. This approach recognizes the interconnectedness of components and enhances overall resilience against cyber threats, fostering a more secure environment for healthcare technologies.
Additional Resources, as discussed in the webinar
- TIR57:2016 (R2023) | Principles For Medical Device Security – Risk Management
- ISO/IEC 27001:2022 | Information Security, Cybersecurity And Privacy Protection – Information Security Management Systems – Requirements
- ISO/IEC 27002:2022 | Information Security, Cybersecurity And Privacy Protection – Information Security Controls
- COBIT | Control Objectives for Information Technologies
- NIST SP 800-53 | Recommended Security Controls For Federal Information Systems And Organizations
- FDA Guidance Document | Cybersecurity in Medical Devices: Quality System Considerations and Content of Premarket Submissions
Speakers:
VP of Engineering
Sunrise Labs
Director of Software
Sunrise Labs
Sr Principal Software Engineer
Sunrise Labs
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