In this DOTmed News feature by Keri Forsythe-Stephens, Medcrypt’s Chief Security Strategist Axel Wirth explores the ongoing debate over cybersecurity responsibility in healthcare. The article examines where accountability lies when cyber incidents impact clinical operations or patient safety, particularly in the context of legacy medical devices and connected systems.
Axel’s commentary brings much-needed clarity to a nuanced issue, highlighting the shared obligations among manufacturers, healthcare providers, and regulators. He discusses the growing need for collaboration, transparency, and proactive risk management to close critical security gaps across the healthcare ecosystem.
Using real-world examples — from vulnerable pacemakers to outdated hospital networks — Axel underscores how fragmented accountability can leave patients exposed. His perspective reinforces Medcrypt’s thought leadership in guiding the industry toward shared responsibility and coordinated defense.
Read the full article: DOTmed: Who’s Responsible When Medical Devices Get Hacked?
