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Field notes from the MedTech security trenches.

Deep dives on FDA expectations, threat modeling, penetration testing, SDLC, and the standards your team is being asked to meet.

Primer· Mar 30, 2024

Top 10 Embedded Operating Systems for Medical Devices

Compare the top embedded OS options for medical devices using security, long-term support, and update readiness - so teams can choose and defend decisions.

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Primer· Mar 30, 2024

IVD Cybersecurity Risks

Uncover the potential dangers lurking within in vitro diagnostic (IVD) medical devices in this eye-opening article.

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Primer· Mar 25, 2024

Why Is “Insecure” Used Instead of “Unsecure” in Cybersecurity? (Medical Device Examples)

Insecure vs unsecure isn’t just grammar. Learn the difference and why precise wording matters for medical device cybersecurity docs and labeling. For FDA teams.

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Primer· Mar 25, 2024

Why Hooded Hackers Hurt Medical Device Cybersecurity

The “hoodie hacker” cliché distorts risk, weakens hiring, and misguides security decisions. Here’s what MedTech teams should do instead.

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Risk· Mar 24, 2024

Signed vs. Unsigned Integers in Medical Device Software: Security & Safety Implications

Explore the crucial disparities between unsigned and signed integers in this comprehensive article.

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Networking· Mar 24, 2024

The FHIR Medical Device Protocol

Discover how the FHIR Medical Device Protocol is revolutionizing cybersecurity in healthcare.

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Primer· Mar 24, 2024

Hacking DICOM Medical Images

Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine, or DICOM, is the industry standard for medical imaging formats. This format has expanded functionality compared to typical image formats, as it can store patient data and procedure information along with the actual image. Typically, a specialized DICOM

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Primer· Mar 23, 2024

Vulnerabilities with DICOM in MedTech

Discover the ins and outs of DICOM vulnerabilities in the MedTech industry with this comprehensive overview.

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Threat Modeling· Mar 22, 2024

DREAD vs STRIDE vs PASTA Threat Modeling for Medical Devices: Which Should You Use?

STRIDE is the preferred threat modeling baseline for medical device cybersecurity. Compare STRIDE, DREAD, and PASTA and when to use each.\

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Primer· Mar 22, 2024

Can Contact Lenses Fool Iris Scans in Medical Devices?

Can contact lenses fool iris scans? Learn how iris spoofing affects medical device cybersecurity, liveness detection, and FDA lifecycle expectations.

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Primer· Mar 21, 2024

PACS Medical Device Vulnerabilities

Learn how to identify and address vulnerabilities in PACS medical devices with our comprehensive guide.

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Primer· Mar 21, 2024

Medical Device Cybersecurity: The Real Threat Isn’t Genius Hackers - It’s Neglect

Medical device cybersecurity doesn't require genius hackers - just neglected vulnerabilities. Discover how Blue Goat protects devices, patients, and compliance.

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