Risk Assessment Report: Analyzing IT Risks in Mobile Health Technology

This report, prepared for Gigantic Corporation, conducts an IT risk assessment of mobile health technology, a rapidly growing field. It identifies threats and vulnerabilities associated with healthcare devices, including infrastructure weaknesses (default passwords, lack of firewalls), network security issues (shared accounts, weak authentication), and compliance concerns (HIPAA/privacy updates, regular system updates). The report details the impacts of these risks, such as data breaches, unauthorized access, and malware infections, along with the warning signs that indicate their presence. It then proposes a series of mitigation strategies, including implementing strong user authentication, remote lock/wipe capabilities, installing security programs, employing encryption, developing application policies, encouraging regular updates, and utilizing insurance to transfer IT risk. The report emphasizes the importance of proactive security measures to protect patient data and ensure the reliable operation of mobile health technologies. The report provides a comprehensive overview of the risks and solutions for safeguarding data within mobile health technology, making it a valuable resource for understanding the challenges and best practices in this critical area.