1Health Failed to Protect Privacy and Security of DNA Data

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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has charged genetic testing company 1Health.io (formerly known as Vitagene) with multiple violations related to the privacy and security of DNA data. The company allegedly stored sensitive genetic and health information without encryption, deceived consumers about data deletion, and changed its privacy policy without proper notification. After being warned multiple …

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Get Ready for CMMC Requirements Now

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Anyone offering a sure-shot solution to all your Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) woes is trying to pull a fast one on you. The CMMC is a comprehensive move by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) that involves many moving parts and will take years to implement fully.  We have highlighted some crucial aspects you …

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How to Successfully Leverage AI in Your Business

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Artificial intelligence (AI) can help organizations like yours gain an edge in today’s highly competitive business landscape by increasing efficiency, productivity, and profitability. You can improve customer service, enhance marketing efforts, optimize inventory management, streamline sales processes, and more.   Implementing AI requires a strategic approach to ensure that it delivers the intended benefits while being …

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HHS OCR Reaches Agreement with NJ Health Care Provider That Disclosed Patient Information in Response to Negative Online Reviews

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In an all too familiar scenario, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR), has reached a settlement with Manasa Health Center, a psychiatry practice in New Jersey. The settlement resolves a complaint that the health care provider disclosed a patient’s protected health information in response to a negative …

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How to Stay Ahead of AI-Powered Cybersecurity Risks

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While artificial intelligence (AI) has many benefits for businesses, it has also created new vulnerabilities that cybercriminals can exploit to carry out complex cyberattacks that are difficult to detect and mitigate. Using AI, hackers can create convincing phishing emails that bypass spam filters. Similarly, cybercriminals can leverage AI to manipulate security systems and gain unauthorized …

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Don’t Let These Outsourced IT Myths Limit Your Success

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In today’s fast-paced and digitally driven world, the demands placed on the IT infrastructure of businesses like yours are ever-increasing. To meet these challenges head-on, embracing outsourced IT services and entrusting your technological needs to an expert third-party provider is the best option. By partnering with these specialists, you can tap into a wealth of …

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Don’t Trust These Zero Trust Security Myths

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In today’s threat landscape, businesses are constantly at risk of being targeted by a cyberattack. Adopting a zero trust security model could be a wise decision from a cybersecurity point of view.  Zero trust works on the premise that everything — humans, machines or applications — poses a risk to your network and must prove …

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It’s Time to Bust These 3 Ransomware Myths

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In today’s digital age, ransomware attacks are becoming increasingly frequent, sophisticated and costly. With cybercriminals constantly evolving their tactics and targeting businesses of all sizes, organizations like yours must proactively safeguard your data and systems. Unfortunately, many companies fall prey to common ransomware myths, which can leave them vulnerable to attacks and unprepared to respond …

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The Best Defense Against Ransomware

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Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts files on a device or network, making them unusable until the victim pays the attacker a ransom. What started as a simple virus spread through floppy discs in the late 1980s has now evolved into a billion-dollar cybercrime industry. Even with new security measures in place, …

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Top 9 Benefits of Outsourcing Your Cybersecurity

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When it comes to protecting your business from cyberthreats, having the right tools and technology is only half the battle. You also need the expertise, controls and processes to manage and mitigate these threats effectively. That’s where a managed security service provider (MSSP) comes in. Think of an MSSP as your outsourced cybersecurity department, ensuring …

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