Mitigating cybersecurity risks in radiology—is it time to unmask vulnerabilities and fortify cyber defenses with ethical hacking?

The integration of technology in medicine, particularly in the field of radiology, has led to significant advancements in patient care and diagnosis.While this digital transformation of healthcare has brought many benefits, it has also exposed radiological systems and sensitive patient data to unprecedented cybersecurity threats.This article aims to highlight the current cyberattack landscape, trends, and benefits of ethical hacking, which could be employed to identify vulnerabilities and improve cybersecurity defenses.