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What is endpoint protection?

Endpoint protection, also known as endpoint security, is the securing endpoints or entry points of end-user devices such as desktops, laptops, smartphones, and tablets from cyber threats. It is a component of an organization's cybersecurity...

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What is Title II of HIPAA?

Title II of HIPAA is the Administrative Simplification provision, designed to improve the efficiency of healthcare systems by standardizing the...

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Federal government unveils updated cyber incident response plan

The federal government has proposed updates to the National Cyber Incident Response Plan (NCIRP) to strengthen public-private partnerships and...

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Hacker leaks Cisco DevHub data

A hacker known as IntelBroker has leaked 2.9 GB of files from Cisco's publicly accessible DevHub platform. However, Cisco insists that its systems...

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Consequences of the Medicare Advantage (MA) plan fraud

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) issued a Special Fraud Alert addressing serious concerns...

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OIG warns against payment schemes in the Medicare Advantage program

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) has issued a Special Fraud Alert warning of potential fraud and abuse risks in marketing arrangements for...

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What are the “Titles” in HIPAA?

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a U.S. federal law designed to protect sensitive patient information and improve...

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Are cybersecurity firms business associates?

Cybersecurity firms are not automatically considered business associates under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)....

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Conducting a third-party audit

Conducting a third-party audit involves evaluating an organization’s processes, systems, or practices to assess compliance with national standards,...

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Federal government pledges improved cyberattack partnerships

The federal government has unveiled a proposed update to the National Cyber Incident Response Plan. The revision aims to enhance public-private...

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What are robust cybersecurity practices?

Robust security practices refer to a comprehensive set of actions, tools, and strategies designed to protect systems, networks, and data from...

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How do cybercriminals use stolen data?

Cybercriminals use stolen data for many malicious purposes, like financial gain, extortion, and more.

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Suspect arrested in targeted killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Luigi Mangione, the suspected gunman in the targeted killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, was arrested in Pennsylvania after a five-day...

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