Perception of Cyber Risk for Assisted Living Technologies in the Norwegian Healthcare Sector—Key Stakeholders’ Perceptions
摘要
Facing a demographic shift and healthcare personnel shortage, Norway and other European nations anticipate increased healthcare demands. Assisted living technologies are seen as potential solutions to manage demands, yet they carry inherent cybersecurity risks. While the majority of previous research within cybersecurity for assisted living technology has focused on technical risks, this study examines cybersecurity risk perception among key stakeholders in the Norwegian healthcare sector. Utilizing the BCISQ-questionnaire and incorporating a behavioral simulation, we analyzed risk perception patterns among 185 survey respondents and 33 interviewees. Despite observable differences in risk perception among stakeholders, attributed to factors like human error, organizational affiliation, and technology familiarity, the sample size limits generalizability. Key findings highlight the risk perception related to assisted living technology amongst five stakeholder groups, where their perception of risk is formed by likelihood and consequence considering confidentiality, integrity and availability. This study not only capture stakeholders’ cybersecurity perception but also identify the differences between the groups, and factors influencing their perceptions.