The number of connected smart devices in the healthcare industry is growing at an unprecedented rate. While designed to connect to the network, these xIoT devices were not developed with security in mind, leaving a large attack surface that requires constant monitoring, patching, and remediation. These are devices that are constantly on the move, being plugged and unplugged on a constant basis. And in some cases, life-critical devices like B. Braun Infusion Pumps undergo regular maintenance and part replacements – meaning their IP addresses and MAC addresses are never static. To track these devices, hospitals may need to enroll them in a RTLS (real-time location system), but they can only enroll what they know they have. And, many of these IoT, OT, and IoMT devices – including life-critical devices – are still using default passwords or legacy firmware that can be used to infiltrate an organization. 

 

xIoT Visibility: Accurate visibility of constantly moving devices across floors and patient rooms – as well as risk assessment of IoT, OT, and IoMT assets – is a top priority for security practitioners.

 

xIoT Credentials: Security best practices require password monitoring and rotation for all assets within an organization.

 

xIoT Firmware: Updating the firmware on IoT, OT, and IoMT devices is another central pain point for healthcare organizations.