Healthcare Business Today: Beneath the surface of insider threats: Addressing the human side of cybersecurity
Healthcare Business Today featured insights from NetSPI CISO Joe Evangelisto, on the need for a human-centric approach to cybersecurity. He highlighted that insider threats often stem from stress, burnout, and personal struggles, and called for organizations to move beyond tech-based fixes. Read the preview below or view it online.
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Insider threats in the healthcare sector are becoming increasingly common and more complex. According to Verizon’s 2025 Data Breach Investigations Report, within the healthcare industry, internal actors were responsible for 30% of breaches. These incidents are often hard to detect, with many involving insiders misusing their access for years before being identified. Addressing this issue is especially vital now, as the rise of challenges facing healthcare workers becomes more prevalent, including widespread physician burnout, staffing shortages, and growing frustration over administrative tasks. The chances of insider threats rise sharply as tension and fatigue within the industry lead to frustrated or overworked employees.
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