  The healthcare sector is increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks due to its
growing digitalization. Patient data, including medical records and financial
information, are at risk, potentially leading to identity theft and patient
safety concerns. The European Union and other organizations identify key areas
for healthcare system improvement, yet the industry still grapples with
inadequate security practices. In response, the HEIR project offers a
comprehensive cybersecurity approach, promoting security features from various
regulatory frameworks and introducing tools such as the Secure Healthcare
Framework and Risk Assessment for Medical Applications (RAMA). These measures
aim to enhance digital health security and protect sensitive patient data while
facilitating secure data access and privacy-aware techniques. In a rapidly
evolving threat landscape, HEIR presents a promising framework for healthcare
cybersecurity.
