What cybersecurity measures has KCH Dubai implemented to protect sensitive patient data in the cloud , particularly with the real-time threat detection and monitoring provided by Oracle Health ? keep up . In that regard , we have not only met the necessary requirements but have gone above and beyond .

We ’ ve implemented endpoint detection and response ( EDR ) into our networks , and more recently , we ’ re working on extended detection and response ( XDR ). These systems use algorithms that can detect anomalies , such as Distributed Denial of Service ( DDoS ) attacks . With automation and Machine Learning built in , they can sift through millions of logs to identify potential threats and stop them before they penetrate the network .

Rajiv : Building on what Kimberly mentioned , moving to the cloud was a very conscious decision for us , and it comes with its own set of checks and balances . As you know , OCI holds SOC 2 certification and ISO 27001 compliance , so it meets all the necessary checks and balances needed for protecting data .

One key advantage is that their databases offer autonomous patching . When we were onpremises , we had to constantly stay on top of updates and patches , which meant there was always the risk of missing something . That was one of the challenges of hosting our own data . Now , on the cloud , we have greater flexibility , along with encryption and other security features that OCI provides .

Oracle Cloud also comes with built-in real-time threat detection , as part of its out-of-the-box setup . With the multiple security layers that Kimberly mentioned , there ’ s less space for anyone to breach this kind of environment . The threat protection includes about six to eight layers , so in terms of securing patient data , we are in a much better position after moving to the cloud .

In the context of the constantly evolving cyberthreat landscape , how does KCH Dubai ensure that its network security protocols remain ahead of emerging threats ?

Rajiv : Cyberthreats are constantly evolving . The hackers and those posing cybersecurity risks are always finding new ways to challenge us , so we must continually adapt to

The threat protection includes about six to eight layers , so in terms of securing patient data , we are in a much better position after moving to the cloud .

These measures have been integrated into our network , so internally , we are doing everything we can to secure ourselves . Even though we are on the cloud , we are still the gateway for all of these processes . Our security is in place and continues to be enhanced .

Kimberley : Another key area we focus on , besides the technical aspects , is recognising that some things will inevitably slip through , as staff are constantly using computers . We now have alerts that pop up for everything . Even I get frustrated sometimes when I can ’ t access certain things because of the security blocks in place .

We ’ ve put a lot of effort into educating staff about phishing , which is becoming increasingly difficult to keep up with . The sheer volume of attempts , from post office fraud to bank fraud , is overwhelming , and they ’ re incredibly clever in how they try to trick people . One thing we do is send staff updates on the latest threats , even if they aren ’ t relevant to their work environment . This also helps protect them at home .

We know we have to stay on top of these risks . OCI has provided us with a strong foundation , but we also rely on them to continually refine and update their security as hackers become more sophisticated in the future . While we ’ ve taken steps to safeguard ourselves now , the concern is how long that protection will last . I think this is a worry shared by everyone in healthcare . We ’ re protected for now , but for how long , I can ’ t say . That ’ s why we can ’ t afford to take our eyes off the ball . This is just the first layer of defence .

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