JACR Cybersecurity Expert Panels: Cybersecurity Imperatives in Radiology Practices.

Abstract

Today's radiology systems rely heavily on interconnected electronic systems in order to deliver high-quality patient care. Security risks that interfere with access or jeopardize the integrity of any networked component can negatively impact patient care. Radiology practice is a susceptible target for cybersecurity incidents, and achieving optimal cybersecurity in this era of artificial intelligence requires strong collaboration between radiology practice and vendors. In this JACR Cybersecurity Expert Panel article, four cybersecurity experts across clinical radiology practice and industry share comments and deliver insights on critical steps required to be taken from both radiology practice and vendors' perspectives toward secure device procurement and mitigating vulnerability to cyberattacks.