Skyhigh Security Cloud Adoption and Risk Report Healthcare Edition

This report presents the Skyhigh Security Cloud Adoption and Risk Report, Healthcare Edition, which examines the state of cloud security in healthcare organizations. It outlines the unique challenges faced by the healthcare sector as it transitions from on-premises infrastructures to cloud-based solutions. The report highlights the heightened concerns regarding data security, particularly due to the sensitive nature of healthcare data, which includes protected health information and clinical trial data. It details the slow adoption of cloud services in healthcare compared to other industries, with only 25% of organizations embracing cloud solutions. The report also documents the significant impact of Shadow IT and the cybersecurity skills shortage on healthcare organizations' ability to secure cloud usage. Furthermore, it discusses the need for a consolidated cloud security platform based on zero trust principles to address these challenges effectively. The findings aim to provide a comprehensive understanding of healthcare security perspectives and practices in the context of cloud adoption.