Cybersecurity (11)

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Quantum computing breakthrough threatens encryption systems

A recent study conducted by Shanghai University indicates that D-Wave's quantum annealing technology could compromise encryption systems such as RSA...

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What is healthcare data security?

Healthcare data security safeguards sensitive information, ensuring the privacy and integrity of patient records, and protecting healthcare...

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What is a Smurf attack?

A smurf attack is a type of distributed denial of service (DDos) attack where the attacker uses a network's broadcast addresses to flood a target...

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What is a post-breach risk assessment?

A post-breach risk assessment is a structured evaluation conducted after a data breach or cybersecurity incident to determine the scope, impact, and...

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What are nation states?

Nation states are groups or organizations affiliated with a government that direct cyber operations in a way that advances their national interest....

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Implementing cyber hygiene practices in your organization

The healthcare industry has seen a gradual increase in data breaches “involving the loss of 500 or more records” from 2009 to 2024. These breaches...

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Balancing real-time messaging and documentantion requirements

Real-time messaging and documentation can simplify communication, improve care coordination, and ensure accurate, up-to-date patient records,...

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What is RSA encryption?

Rivest-ShamirAldeman (RSA) is one of the most widely used security methods for protecting sensitive information. Named after its inventors, Ron...

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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?

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?

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

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

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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