Medical centers face increasing cybersecurity threats as they store and transmit highly sensitive patient health information (PHI) across electronic medical records (EMR), billing systems, and connected medical devices. Penetration testing is essential for identifying vulnerabilities in these systems before attackers exploit them. Healthcare providers are frequent targets for ransomware attacks, data breaches, and unauthorized access due to the high value of medical records on the black market. Regulatory frameworks like HIPAA and HITECH require proactive security measures—and penetration testing helps demonstrate due diligence, risk mitigation, and compliance. At Shaka Cyber, we conduct real-world attack simulations to help medical centers strengthen their defenses, protect patient data, and maintain operational integrity.
The healthcare industry continues to experience some of the most costly and damaging data breaches. According to IBM’s 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report, the average cost of a healthcare data breach reached $10.9 million—the highest of any industry for 13 consecutive years. Breaches in medical centers can lead to HIPAA violations, federal fines, class-action lawsuits, and delays in patient care. Attackers often exploit weak points in EMR systems, third-party integrations, or remote access tools to gain entry. Penetration testing provides a proactive way to uncover and fix these vulnerabilities before they’re exploited. At Shaka Cyber, we help healthcare organizations protect sensitive data, maintain patient trust, and meet compliance requirements with precision and care.