In the wake of a catastrophic event Cyberattack against Change Healthcarethe response of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), a key provider of medical technology, has come under intense scrutiny. Several political leaders are calling for transparency. This incident highlights the growing threat of cyber threats to critical infrastructure and calls for action. The focus now shifts to how government agencies like CISA can strengthen its role to prevent such breaches in the future.
How can government intervention effectively improve cybersecurity measures?
Dr. Robin BerthierNetwork Auditor and CEO network awareness, listed a detailed description of the situation. He described his CISA's dual role in setting standards and enforcing compliance. This is important for improving cybersecurity practices across various sectors.
Key takeaways from Dr. Berthier's insights:
- Governments should help strengthen cybersecurity hygiene to reduce disruption to critical operations.
- CISA helps establish a clear vision and benchmarks for cybersecurity, guiding the path to critical infrastructure maturity.
- CISA helps infrastructure owners evaluate and prioritize cybersecurity investments through tools such as cybersecurity performance objectives (CPGs).
- There is a great need for an easy-to-understand and actionable regulatory framework that organizations can follow to effectively prioritize cybersecurity.
- In addition to setting guidelines, strengthening compliance and maintaining accountability are essential to ensure best practices are adopted across critical sectors.
Article by Alexandra Simon.
