Launch of Security Solution 'Two-Factor Authentication/USB Connection Restriction Software' for Medical Institutions and Pharmacies
Wemex launched a security software for medical institutions featuring two-factor authentication and USB restriction, complying with MHLW guidelines to prevent cyberattacks.
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Wemex Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo, President & CEO: Hideaki Takahashi, hereafter 'Wemex'), a subsidiary of PHC Holdings Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, TSE Prime: 6523), launched the security solution 'Two-Factor Authentication/USB Connection Restriction Software' for medical institutions and pharmacies today, April 1st. It is provided for customers using Wemex products (*1), centering on the clinic-oriented 'Medicom-HRf Series' and the pharmacy-oriented 'Pharnes Series'.
This product was developed based on 'SmartOn (*3)', the multi-factor authentication solution with the No. 1 domestic market share for 22 consecutive years (*2) by Soliton Systems K.K. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, President: Osamu Kamata), which has a proven track record of implementation in government agencies and major corporations.
# Development Background
In recent years, with the advancement of healthcare DX, medical and dispensing information is increasingly handled on external networks and cloud services, such as online receipt billing, online qualification confirmation, and electronic prescriptions. On the other hand, cases of unauthorized access and ransomware damage at medical institutions and pharmacies have been increasing. Depending on the scale of the damage, severe incidents such as system shutdowns or halts in patient acceptance have occurred, significantly affecting the continuation of medical care.
In response to this situation, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) published the 'Guidelines for the Secure Management of Medical Information Systems, Version 6.0' and the 'Cybersecurity Measures Checklist for Medical Institutions' in 2023. This solution implements the two-factor authentication for medical information systems required by these guidelines by FY2027.
# Features of this Software
This product addresses the two-factor authentication and external storage media connection restrictions stipulated in the MHLW's 'Cybersecurity Measures Checklist for Medical Institutions', realizing security measures tailored to the needs of the medical frontline.
- Simple operation via IC card touch
Realizes two-factor authentication by simply adding an IC card touch to the conventional password entry. Keeps the burden on the frontline to a minimum.
- Authority settings tailored to the medical workplace
Authentication authority can be set according to roles within the hospital. This product offers three levels of standard settings to support flexible operation.
- Stable operation even during network failures
Achieves stable authentication that is less susceptible to network environments by using a method that does not require communication with the server during authentication. Strengthens security while maintaining authentication speed.
This makes it possible to meet the security requirements demanded of medical institutions and pharmacies while minimizing the burden on the frontline.
Wemex will contribute to the promotion of healthcare DX by improving security in the medical field, and work to reduce the burden on healthcare professionals and improve medical services for patients.
(*1) Some of the target products:
Medicom-HRf Hybrid Cloud
This product was developed based on 'SmartOn (*3)', the multi-factor authentication solution with the No. 1 domestic market share for 22 consecutive years (*2) by Soliton Systems K.K. (Headquarters: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, President: Osamu Kamata), which has a proven track record of implementation in government agencies and major corporations.
# Development Background
In recent years, with the advancement of healthcare DX, medical and dispensing information is increasingly handled on external networks and cloud services, such as online receipt billing, online qualification confirmation, and electronic prescriptions. On the other hand, cases of unauthorized access and ransomware damage at medical institutions and pharmacies have been increasing. Depending on the scale of the damage, severe incidents such as system shutdowns or halts in patient acceptance have occurred, significantly affecting the continuation of medical care.
In response to this situation, the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (MHLW) published the 'Guidelines for the Secure Management of Medical Information Systems, Version 6.0' and the 'Cybersecurity Measures Checklist for Medical Institutions' in 2023. This solution implements the two-factor authentication for medical information systems required by these guidelines by FY2027.
# Features of this Software
This product addresses the two-factor authentication and external storage media connection restrictions stipulated in the MHLW's 'Cybersecurity Measures Checklist for Medical Institutions', realizing security measures tailored to the needs of the medical frontline.
- Simple operation via IC card touch
Realizes two-factor authentication by simply adding an IC card touch to the conventional password entry. Keeps the burden on the frontline to a minimum.
- Authority settings tailored to the medical workplace
Authentication authority can be set according to roles within the hospital. This product offers three levels of standard settings to support flexible operation.
- Stable operation even during network failures
Achieves stable authentication that is less susceptible to network environments by using a method that does not require communication with the server during authentication. Strengthens security while maintaining authentication speed.
This makes it possible to meet the security requirements demanded of medical institutions and pharmacies while minimizing the burden on the frontline.
Wemex will contribute to the promotion of healthcare DX by improving security in the medical field, and work to reduce the burden on healthcare professionals and improve medical services for patients.
(*1) Some of the target products:
Medicom-HRf Hybrid Cloud