What Dentists Need to Know About Cybersecurity – Fusion One Technologies Thomas Kane Breaks It Down
Cyberattacks targeting dental practices are no longer rare — they’re routine. From ransomware to data theft, digital threats are hitting both large dental organizations and small private clinics alike. The impacts are serious: patient data compromised, operations frozen, reputations damaged, and regulatory fines looming. For Thomas Kane , cybersecurity consultant at Fusion One Technologies , the message is clear: dental professionals must treat cybersecurity with the same urgency as patient care . A Targeted Industry Facing Sophisticated Threats The dental sector is now firmly in the crosshairs of cybercriminals. Healthcare data is highly valuable on the black market, and many dental practices lack the advanced defenses used in larger health systems. In 2024, the Change Healthcare cyberattack exposed a harsh reality — even large, well-funded healthcare companies can be brought to a halt. The $22 million ransom they paid was followed by a spike in copycat attacks, with 44 ran...