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Disclosure of Patients’ Protected Health Information to a News Reporter

by Security DeskBreach News, C Suite, Compliance, General News, HIPAA News - Fines December 4, 2023December 13, 2023Comments are Disabled

St. Joseph’s Medical Center has settled with the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) over a HIPAA investigation regarding the disclosure of patients’ protected health information to a news reporter. The medical center provided a national media outlet with access to COVID-19 patients’ information without obtaining written authorization. OCR determined that three patients’ information was disclosed, …

How Effectively Managing Risk Bolsters Cyber Defenses

by Security DeskBreach News, C Suite, Compliance, General News November 21, 2023December 19, 2023Comments are Disabled

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, where cyber threats and vulnerabilities continually emerge, it’s obvious that eliminating all risk is impossible. Yet, there’s a powerful strategy that can help address your organization’s most critical security gaps, threats and vulnerabilities — comprehensive cyber risk management. It goes beyond technical controls and considers organizational factors such as …

How to Achieve Strategic Cyber Risk Management With NIST CSF

by Security DeskBreach News, C Suite, Compliance November 20, 2023November 21, 2023Comments are Disabled

Keeping sensitive data and critical tech safe from cyberattacks is crucial for businesses like yours. Your survival and growth depend on how well your organization can withstand cyber threats. That’s where cyber risk management comes into play. Businesses with solid cyber risk management strategies can build formidable cyber defenses and reduce risks without compromising business …

FTC Announces Exploratory Challenge to Prevent the Harms of AI-enabled Voice Cloning

by Security DeskCompliance, FTC Actions, General News November 19, 2023January 14, 2024Comments are Disabled

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the Voice Cloning Challenge to prevent the misuse of AI-enabled voice cloning technology for fraud and other harms. The challenge aims to promote the development of ideas that protect consumers from the negative effects of voice cloning. The FTC will use its enforcement authority to target companies that …

Top Technologies Driving Digital Transformation

by Security DeskBreach News, C Suite, Compliance November 11, 2023November 6, 2023Comments are Disabled

When creating a budget for your business, it’s important to remember that technology costs are more than just operational expenses. They should be considered an investment that can drive your organization toward unprecedented productivity, growth, and profitability. Your technology budgeting process shouldn’t just be about numbers and spreadsheets. Instead, it should be about shaping the …

Top Misconceptions About Digital Transformation

by Security DeskBreach News, C Suite, Compliance November 1, 2023November 6, 2023Comments are Disabled

Digital transformation is necessary for all businesses that want to thrive in today’s competitive market. It helps businesses like yours win new customers, improve efficiency, and increase profits. However, due to several misconceptions, many business owners hesitate to take the digital plunge. In this blog, we’ll discuss the most common digital transformation misconceptions and share …

HHS’ Office for Civil Rights Settles Ransomware Cyber-Attack Investigation

by Security DeskC Suite, Compliance, HIPAA News - Fines October 31, 2023January 14, 2024Comments are Disabled

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR) has settled a ransomware cyber-attack investigation with Doctors’ Management Services, a Massachusetts medical management company. The $100,000 settlement resolves a breach report regarding a ransomware attack that affected the health information of over 200,000 individuals. Doctors’ Management Services will be monitored …

Amended the Safeguards Rule to require non-banking financial institutions to report data security breaches

by Security DeskBreach News, C Suite, Compliance, FTC Actions October 29, 2023January 5, 2024Comments are Disabled

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has amended the Safeguards Rule to require non-banking financial institutions to report data security breaches. This amendment applies to institutions that discover unauthorized acquisition of information affecting 500 or more people. The Safeguards Rule already requires these institutions to have comprehensive security programs in place. The amendment aims to increase …

A Deep Dive Into Phishing Scams

by Security DeskBreach News, C Suite, Compliance, Vulnerability News October 17, 2023November 16, 2023Comments are Disabled

Phishing scams remain one of the most prevalent and successful types of cyberattacks today, so being aware of the danger they pose to businesses like yours is extremely crucial. Your business could easily be the next victim if you don’t clearly understand how threat actors leverage phishing emails. In this blog, you’ll learn the intent …

How Social Media Misuse Can Harm Your Business

by Security DeskBreach News, C Suite, Compliance, Vulnerability News October 10, 2023October 17, 2023Comments are Disabled

Social media has significantly transformed the way we communicate and do business. However, this growing popularity also comes with potential risks that could cause harm to businesses like yours. Unfortunately, many organizations remain unaware of these rapidly evolving challenges. In this blog, we will explore the dangers associated with social media and share practical tips …