Ranked 9th in KLAS’ latest Cybersecurity Report, Fortified Health Security has solidified its position as a trusted leader in healthcare cybersecurity.

This recognition places us among the most common cybersecurity vendors in healthcare, alongside industry leaders like Censinet and Claroty. As a healthcare-specific managed security services provider (MSSP), we stand out by offering an outsourced security operations center (SOC) and expert advisory services–delivering tailored solutions to address the unique challenges of the healthcare ecosystem.

This achievement follows our designation as a Best in KLAS managed security services provider and the 2024 “Healthcare Cybersecurity Solution of the Year” award for our Central Command platform. Fortified Health Security continues to set the standard for excellence in healthcare cybersecurity, empowering organizations to protect what matters most.

KLAS’ Key Findings for 2025 Cybersecurity

KLAS’ latest Cybersecurity Report highlights several critical trends that will define the year ahead for healthcare organizations:

  1. Cross-Industry Vendors Lead the Way: Healthcare entities increasingly rely on vendors with platforms capable of addressing multiple cybersecurity challenges, from incident prevention to remediation.
  2. The Rise of Cyber Consulting: Consulting firms are filling critical gaps, offering expertise to ensure effective implementation of tools, prioritized practices, and governance.
  3. Staffing and Budgetary Challenges: Resource constraints continue to hinder organizations’ ability to adopt much-needed cybersecurity measures.
  4. Incident Prevention and Breach Readiness: Preparing for and defending against breaches remains a top priority.
  5. Innovation is Key: Vendors with unique and comprehensive offerings are viewed as the most innovative.
  6. AI Threats vs. Benefits: While AI offers potential benefits, its misuse poses significant risks to healthcare cybersecurity.

A Look Back: Key Threats from 2024

In April 2024, HHS confirmed that social engineering attacks, like phishing, ransomware, and targeted attacks against connected medical devices were among the biggest threats to healthcare. High-profile outages affecting organizations like CrowdStrike, Ascension, and Change Healthcare underscored the importance of prioritizing incident prevention, defense, and response.

Security researchers warn that 2025 will bring similar threats, with increasing sophistication. Organizations should take cues from those highlighted in the KLAS report and proactively strengthen their defenses.

Fortified Health Security’s Recommendations for 2025

To help healthcare organizations overcome these challenges, Fortified Health Security offers these actionable recommendations:

  1. Review Policies, Procedures, and Training: Regularly update policies and conduct training with all employees to ensure every team member understands their role in preventing incidents. Human error remains one of the most exploited vulnerabilities in healthcare.
  2. Implement and Practice Risk Assessments: Risk assessments are only valuable when their findings are prioritized, and remediation plans are executed. Use risk rankings to allocate resources effectively, and practice remediation plans with leadership teams to ensure readiness in case of an incident.
  3. Eliminate Tech and Policy Bloat: Many healthcare organizations use multiple vendors to address security needs, often resulting in overlapping tools and policies. By partnering with external consultants, organizations can streamline their tech stack, reduce costs, and enhance the effectiveness of their cybersecurity measures.

Ready to Strengthen Your Defenses? Schedule a consultation with Fortified Health Security today and discover how we can help your organization thrive in 2025 and beyond.