HHS Eyes Standing Cyberattack Response Group After WannaCry Attack

FDA is working closely with medical device manufacturers and other government departments to address any devices that may have been compromised by the WannaCry cyberattack, FDA spokesperson Stephanie Caccomo told Inside Health Policy . An industry cybersecurity expert told IHP that HHS may create a standing cyberattack rapid response group in response to the WannaCry attack to ensure alignment during critical outbreaks, and said industry has been asked to contact the FBI if device companies were compromised. “We're working...