Lessons learned from the CMS and WPS MOVEit cyberattack

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Lessons learned from the CMS and WPS MOVEit cyberattack

In May 2023, a vulnerability was discovered in the MOVEit software, a third-party file transfer application developed by Progress Software. This software, used by WPS for transferring files related to Medicare services, allowed unauthorized access...

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Disclosing a minor's PHI

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Disclosing a minor's PHI

Disclosing a minor’s PHI involves careful consideration of both HIPAA regulations and state-specific laws. While parents generally have the right to...

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CMS to notify 946,801 impacted by MOVEit data breach

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CMS to notify 946,801 impacted by MOVEit data breach

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and Wisconsin Physicians Service Insurance Corporation (WPS) are notifying nearly 946,801...

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How does HIPAA enforce data security?

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How does HIPAA enforce data security?

HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, enforces data security primarily through its Security Rule, which sets national...

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Data security vs. cyber security

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Data security vs. cyber security

Data security focuses on protecting data from unauthorized access, corruption, or theft through measures such as encryption, access controls, and...

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Updating your HIPAA documentation

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Updating your HIPAA documentation

As HIPAA rules are periodically updated to address new challenges and technologies, maintaining current documentation helps avoid costly penalties...

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Texas Attorney General sues Biden Administration over HIPAA Privacy Rule

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Texas Attorney General sues Biden Administration over HIPAA Privacy Rule

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing the Biden administration, claiming HIPAA Privacy Rule regulations hinder state law enforcement...

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What do you need to meet HIPAA standards?

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What do you need to meet HIPAA standards?

To meet HIPAA standards when dealing with protected health information (PHI), you need a comprehensive framework that covers multiple aspects of your...

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Lawsuit filed after the Kootenai Health data breach

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Lawsuit filed after the Kootenai Health data breach

Kootenai Health is facing a federal class-action lawsuit for allegedly failing to protect sensitive patient information. After the breach, some...

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FAQs: HIPAA audits

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FAQs: HIPAA audits

A HIPAA audit is a formal review conducted by the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) or a third party to ensure that covered entities and business...

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FAQs: HIPAA compliant documentation

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FAQs: HIPAA compliant documentation

HIPAA compliant documentation refers to the proper creation, handling, storage, and sharing of documents with protected health information (PHI) in...

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411,000 patients affected by Specialty Networks data breach

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411,000 patients affected by Specialty Networks data breach

Specialty Networks, Inc. experienced a data breach in December 2023, compromising the protected health information of 411,037 patients.

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Ransomware gang launches new malware to disable security software

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Ransomware gang launches new malware to disable security software

RansomHub ransomware operators are deploying new malware, EDRKillShifter. It works by disabling security software after exploiting vulnerable drivers...

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