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manageengine

How to secure PHI with an identity governance solution

May 1, 2024 By ADManager Plus In ManageEngine
Cyberattacks pose a growing threat across all industries, but healthcare is especially vulnerable. In 2023, hacking incidents in the healthcare sector accounted for 79.7% of data breaches. While patients, providers, and policymakers all have a stake in protecting health information, a critical weak point lies with the technology companies that offer electronic health record (EHR) systems. These systems hold a treasure trove of PHI, making them prime targets for cybercriminals.
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securitysenses

Top HIPAA Compliant Fax Services: Ensuring Secure Healthcare Communication

Apr 26, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
When it comes to transmitting sensitive patient data, faxing must be secure and compliant under HIPAA regulations. But what does a 'hipaa compliant fax' service entail? Without delay, this article gets to the heart of HIPAA fax compliance, detailing the necessary security measures, the severe risks of non-compliance, and how to identify credible fax services that uphold these regulations. Discover the components and benefits of dependable HIPAA compliant fax solutions that protect patient data and uphold the integrity of healthcare providers.
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redscan

Healthcare cyber security insights revealed in new Kroll report

Apr 26, 2024 By Mark Nicholls In Redscan
While the top concern for healthcare cybersecurity professionals is credential access, the Kroll Threat Intelligence team finds that the healthcare industry is consistently targeted by ransomware groups using a combination of valid credential theft and the exploitation of vulnerabilities. These and other insights are discussed in the new Kroll report, The State of Cyber Defense: Diagnosing Cyber Threats in Healthcare.
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vista infosec

Fines for HIPAA Non-Compliance

Apr 23, 2024 By Narendra Sahoo In VISTA InfoSec
In today’s digital age, the exchange and storage of information has become very common in all sectors of the world, healthcare being no exception. But with this transmission and storage comes the dangers of security and unauthorized access. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted with stringent regulations to safeguard this data and its violations can be severe.
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tripwire

Exploring Cybersecurity Risks in Telemedicine: A New Healthcare Paradigm

Apr 22, 2024 By Tripwire Guest Authors In Tripwire
The experience of seeing a doctor has transformed dramatically, thanks in part to the emergence of telemedicine. This digital evolution promises convenience and accessibility but brings with it a host of cybersecurity risks that were unimaginable up until a few years ago. The unique cybersecurity challenges facing telemedicine today underscore the importance of adopting stringent security measures to protect the sanctity of this vital service.
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knowbe4

4 out of 5 of Physicians Were Impacted by February's Cyber Attack on Change Healthcare

Apr 22, 2024 By Stu Sjouwerman In KnowBe4
A new survey of physicians details the devastating impact of the Change Healthcare cyber attack on the healthcare sector. In February, a cyber attack on Change Healthcare brought much of the U.S. healthcare system to a halt. The revenue and payment cycle management provider is central to connecting payers, providers and patients within the U.S. healthcare system to ensure payments are made.
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Trustwave

Behind the Scenes of the Change Healthcare Ransomware Attack Cyber Gang Dispute

Apr 18, 2024 By Greg Monson In Trustwave
April 16, 2024: UnitedHealth Group, parent of Change Healthcare, reported on April 16, 2024 in its Q1 results a negative impact of $872 million “in unfavorable cyberattack effects” due to cyberattack direct response costs and the business disruption impacts. The company anticipates additional costs associated with the attack.
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redscan

The secure email standard: safeguarding data in health and social care

Apr 16, 2024 By Mark Nicholls In Redscan
To help secure sensitive data, emails that include health and care information sent to and from health and social care organisations are required to meet the Secure Email Standard (DCB1596). In this article, we discuss the standard, what it covers, and how to ensure your organisation fully meets its requirements.
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upguard

Cybersecurity Challenges in European Telehealth

Apr 16, 2024 By Kyle Chin In UpGuard
Telehealth or telemedicine is one of the most common ways of providing healthcare services in the EU, with nearly 77% of countries adopting some type of telehealth service. Countries like Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Italy are considered some of the world’s leaders in providing telehealth services. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth became widely adopted across Europe, with many countries participating in cross-border collaboration.
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