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What is a web shell?
A web shell is a malicious script that cybercriminals can use to execute arbitrary commands on a compromised server. Web shells can lead to data...
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What is rate limiting?
Farah Amod: Nov 19, 2024 4:22:04 PM
Rate limiting is a versatile technique employed to regulate the frequency of user or application interactions with a web property. It can protect...
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What is shadow data?
Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 19, 2024 4:12:58 PM
Shadow data refers to data created, stored, or used outside officially sanctioned IT systems or governance frameworks. It typically includes files,...
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The impact of the CISA Shields Up program on healthcare organizations
Kirsten Peremore: Nov 16, 2024 5:29:22 PM
The CISA Shields Up program is an initiative designed to bolster the national cybersecurity defenses by encouraging individuals, organizations, and...
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How to detect and identify insider threats
Kirsten Peremore: Nov 16, 2024 4:19:20 PM
The healthcare sector can be a goldmine for valuable data, making it a prime target for exploitation. Employees may intentionally or accidentally...
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What is destructive malware?
Kirsten Peremore: Nov 15, 2024 10:35:06 AM
Threat actors often choose to exploit the most commonly accessed and least protected points of entry into the networks of the organizations they...
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OCR unveils updated security risk assessment tool
Farah Amod: Nov 14, 2024 6:08:50 PM
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) under the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has released an enhanced Security Risk Assessment (SRA)...
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Safeguarding PHI
Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 14, 2024 10:28:22 AM
Safeguarding protected health information (PHI) ensures patient privacy and compliance with HIPAA, and protects against breaches. It includes best...
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How do we protect patient data against insider threats?
Farah Amod: Nov 12, 2024 5:34:02 PM
Insider threats put the healthcare industry's security and confidentiality of patient data at risk. Healthcare organizations often overlook potential...
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How to handle the threat of lost devices
Kirsten Peremore: Nov 12, 2024 10:57:53 AM
With the shift towards digital records, healthcare facilities rely on mobile devices to access and store patient data. These devices are prime...
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Preventing cyberattacks after layoffs
Farah Amod: Nov 12, 2024 3:34:43 AM
According to a study about the impacts of layoffs on cybersecurity breaches, companies may face an increased risk of cyberattacks after letting...
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Preparing for a cyberattack
Tshedimoso Makhene: Nov 11, 2024 6:17:40 PM
A single breach can lead to significant financial losses, damage to reputation, and legal liabilities. Fortunately, proactive planning and robust...
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The threat of fake invoices: Understanding DocuSign Envelopes API abuse
Farah Amod: Nov 11, 2024 5:37:07 PM
Cybercriminals are now using DocuSign’s Envelopes API to send fake invoices that look legitimate, bypassing usual email security checks.