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Missouri law firm experiences data breach impacting healthcare client

Thompson Coburn faced a targeted hacking incident, resulting in unauthorized access to sensitive files related to their client, Presbyterian Healthcare Services.

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How Trump’s re-election could impact US cybersecurity

With a second term on the horizon, Trump’s cybersecurity policies could shape the future of US defenses against ransomware, business email...

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Email breach at Kaiser Permanente exposes patient data in Oakland

On November 1, 2024, Kaiser Permanente notified patients of a recent data breach affecting over 40,000 patients. Threat actors gained access to the...

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Massive breach at Mystic Valley Elder Services exposes info of 87,000

Mystic Valley Elder Services (MVES) experienced a security incident earlier this year, resulting in the exposure of over 80,000 patients' data.

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Meeting HIPAA requirements while working remotely

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) explains, “Telework has immediate and long-term benefits for healthcare organizations but security...

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Understanding micro-segmentation

While HIPAA does not explicitly mention micro-segmentation, it is a security approach aligning with HIPAA’s security requirements by limiting access...

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Improving patient education in overburdened healthcare systems

Hospital overcrowding is a global issue that affects the number of resources available and the quality of care. According to Theron Govender, a final...

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Can business associates amend PHI?

Business associates do not have the authority to grant individuals the opportunity to amend their PHI. Patients must submit amendment requests to the...

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Can healthcare providers use personal devices for patient communication?

Healthcare providers can use personal devices for patient communication, but it requires careful handling. Following HIPAA guidelines, providers must...

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Learning from the arrest in the Snowflake data breach

Canadian law enforcement authorities recently apprehended Alexander Moucka, also known by the online aliases Judische and Waifu, in connection with a...

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Do physicians with hospital privileges need BAAs?

No, physicians with hospital privileges do not need to enter business associate agreements (BAAs) with the hospital. These physicians are...

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HIPAA and clinical trials

HIPAA sets strict guidelines for handling and sharing protected health information (PHI) to ensure patient privacy. These guidelines are also...

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New tool bypasses Google Chrome’s new cookie encryption system

A new tool has been released that can bypass Google Chrome’s latest cookie encryption, sparking concerns over the security of user data stored in the...

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