A Novel Cybersecurity Defense Framework in Healthare: Fortifying the Frontiers of Data Governance

Abstract

In the dynamic landscape of healthcare, characterized by the pervasive integration of innovative technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and telehealth, there is a critical need for a robust cybersecurity defence framework specifically tailored to fortify the frontiers of data governance, which has become more pronounced than ever. While effective, traditional frameworks such as HITRUST CM, HCSP, and NIST do not meet the specific data governance needs of the healthcare sector fully. This paper introduces a Novel Healthcare Cybersecurity Framework, focusing on data governance and addressing the gaps left by existing frameworks in managing sensitive patient data in the era of digital health. The methodology delineates the systematic approach to crafting the Novel Healthcare Cybersecurity Framework. Coming up with this framework involved a thorough review of existing cybersecurity models, focusing on their data governance aspects. Consolidating knowledge involved a meticulous process encompassing document collection, keyword-based searches, rigorous filtering, and a case study of MTRH. A prototype is well-designed and tested using simulated scenarios to evaluate its effectiveness in data governance.