“To keep pace with emerging cyber threats, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is seeking congressional approval to develop a team of experts that could investigate cybersecurity incidents involving medical devices, while also adding new requirements for manufacturers.”
“Medical device cybersecurity is one of five focus areas outlined in a Medical Device Safety Action Plan released (PDF) by the FDA on Tuesday. Part of that effort includes asking Congress for the authority and funding to establish a CyberMed Safety (Expert) Analysis Board (CYMSAB), described as a “go-team” that can investigate suspected attacks at the request of a manufacturer or the FDA.”
“The FDA said funding for the CYMSAB would be included as part of the $70 million requested by the FDA for fiscal year 2019 to advance digital health technology…”
“The FDA is also considering notable changes to…” Read the full article here.
Source: FDA wants to create a ‘go-team’ for medical device cybersecurity – By Evan Sweeney, April 18, 2018. FierceHealthcare.
