Cybersecurity (17)

PHI use for nontreatment purposes

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PHI use in nontreatment purposes

Nontreatment uses of patient data are generally handled by administrative staff for purposes like billing or marketing. These administrative purposes...

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Understanding automatic logoffs

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Understanding automatic logoffs

Automatic logoffs are designed to automatically sign users out of a system after a specified period of inactivity. This function is essential in...

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Physical safeguards for email servers

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Physical safeguards for email servers

Email servers manage and store email communications, allowing users to send, receive, and organize emails. Given the role of these servers in...

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Choosing authentication types for healthcare

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Choosing authentication types for healthcare

Selecting the right authentication types for healthcare systems keeps patient information secure while maintaining ease of access for authorized...

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Cybersecurity trends and threats in healthcare

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Cybersecurity trends and threats in healthcare

The Health-ISAC’s Healthcare Heartbeat report discusses ransomware and cybercrime trends that could affect healthcare organizations. The resource...

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Vulnerabilities in email archiving

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Vulnerabilities in email archiving

Vulnerabilities in email archiving include email spoofing and phishing attacks leading to unauthorized access or data tampering. These...

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Audit control in HIPAA compliance

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Audit control in HIPAA compliance

Audit controls enable organizations to detect unauthorized access or unusual activity involving protected health information (PHI) or electronic...

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Safeguarding privacy amidst increasing data breaches

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Safeguarding privacy amidst increasing data breaches

The year 2024 has seen a notable increase in data breaches, with many companies and institutions falling victim to cyberattacks. These incidents have...

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Cybersecurity 101

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Cybersecurity 101

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Atrium Health faces data breach

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Atrium Health faces data breach

On September 13, 2024, Atrium Health confirmed a data breach linked to a phishing attack. The incident has raised concerns about the security of...

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What is a virtual network function?

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What is a virtual network function?

Network function virtualization is a technology that transforms traditional network functions from hardware-based solutions into software...

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Deepfake technology in social engineering attacks

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Deepfake technology in social engineering attacks

The term deepfake stems from combining “deep learning,” a subset of machine learning, and “fake,” reflecting the technology's ability to produce...

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What are predictive analytics exploits?

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What are predictive analytics exploits?

Predictive analytics exploits are techniques that analyze historical data to forecast future events, helping organizations make informed decisions...

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