CSIA 459 University of Maryland Cyber Security Essay

Prepare a short background (briefing) paper in which you discuss the following:

1. Medical device technologies (what they are, how they are used, give examples) in these three areas:

(a) Wearable sensors and/or monitoring devices

(b) Implants (e.g. insulin pumps, pace makers, nerve stimulaters, etc.)

(c) Medical Robots and other applications of robotic technologies in healthcare settings

2. What are the major or most notable cyber threats (sources of cyber risks) for medical device technologies

3. How do innovations in medical device technologies reduce risk and medical risk management in healthcare settings and applications? (Focus on the positive or benefits)

Your background paper should be 5 to 7 paragraphs long. Please remember to include an introduction to the topic, analysis (answers to #1, #2, #3), and summary (the “so what” or “what this all means”).

Your audience is a group of managers (technical and non-technical) who are participating in a conference on reducing cyber-related risks associated with the adoption of new technologies in medical and healthcare settings.

Provide in-text citations and references for 3 or more authoritative sources. Put the reference list at the end of your background paper.