Security Boulevard

JUNE 20, 2023

Executive Overview The average cost of a data breach in healthcare in Canada is about 5.5 Since delivering patient care depends on cybersecurity, securing healthcare systems and patient data is absolutely crucial. Various factors influence risks to healthcare cybersecurity, including current geopolitical events.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 11, 2024

With every new healthcare API integration that OpenAI gets access to, the attack surface grows, creating new opportunities for attackers. The post Beware of OpenAI and ChatGPT-4 Turbo in Healthcare Orgs’ API Attack Surface appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 5, 2024

Ransomware continues to pose an alarming threat to critical infrastructure, with the healthcare sector being particularly vulnerable to its devastating effects. This highlights the domino effect that ransomware attacks can have on healthcare delivery at a regional level, categorizing them as a regional disaster.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 24, 2023

The post How to Safeguard PHI From Healthcare SaaS Risks appeared first on AppOmni. The post How to Safeguard PHI From Healthcare SaaS Risks appeared first on Security Boulevard. Learn five critical steps to strengthen your organization’s security culture, protect PHI, and maintain regulatory compliance.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Senator Ron Wyden, D-Ore, recently proposed the Algorithmic Accountability Act, legislation that would require companies to assess their automated systems for accuracy, bias, and privacy risks. This includes artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) systems that are increasingly used in healthcare. for SecureWorld News.

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Centraleyes

MARCH 21, 2024

The ransomware attack on UnitedHealth’s Change Healthcare subsidiary last month demonstrated how appealing the data-rich US healthcare industry is to hackers, how devastating the consequences can be, and how sophisticated cybercriminals are. Why is Healthcare Targeted? It’s not the healthcare they’re after.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 7, 2024

The unprecedented cyberattack on healthcare giant Change Healthcare has taken a chaotic turn, with allegations that the prolific BlackCat ransomware gang conducted an "exit scam"—shutting down operations after receiving a $22 million ransom payment from the company without paying their own affiliate hacker.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 25, 2022

The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic changed the way most people look at healthcare. It proved the broad utility of telehealth as a way to continue care without needing to take in-person trips to a healthcare facility. It also showcased how vitally important healthcare cybersecurity has become during the internet age. A Lucrative Target.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 1, 2024

In an ever-evolving digital landscape, the healthcare and public health (HPH) sector faces increasing cybersecurity challenges. This article aims to provide insights into the assessment’s […] The post Insights from CISA HPH Sector Risk and Vulnerability Assessment appeared first on TuxCare.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The purpose of CISA’s Mitigation […] The post CISA Mitigation Guide for Healthcare Organizations: Part Three appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Related: Hackers relentlessly target healthcare providers. However, healthcare data ranks at the top of the list for needing improvements in security and privacy protections. There are many reasons for the vulnerable state of healthcare data. Healthcare data security and privacy is a problem that continues to grow.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 23, 2024

UnitedHealth Group has given an update on the February cyberattack on Change Healthcare , one of its subsidiaries. On Wednesday February 21, 2024, Change Healthcare experienced serious system outages due to the cyberattack. The incident led to widespread billing outages, as well as disruptions at pharmacies across the United States.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 25, 2023

25, 2023— DataPivot Technologies , a prominent provider of Data Center, Cloud and Data Protection Solutions, understands that healthcare providers today are scrambling to solve complex clinical, operational and patient data backup & recovery challenges. North Andover, Mass.,

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 3, 2022

Healthcare providers are opting to pay a ransom in the event of ransomware attacks, instead of recovering it from data backups. The State of Ransomware in Healthcare 2022 report is against what is being urged by the law enforcement agencies such as CISA and the FBI.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

How is FireMon Better Book a Demo Healthcare companies have a responsibility to protect sensitive patient data and ensure compliance with regulations like HIPAA. FireMon, a leader in network security policy management, offers solutions tailored to the needs of healthcare companies. Why Act Now?

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Earlier this month, the Health Sector Cybersecurity Coordination Center (HC3) issued a grave warning about the security implications of emerging technology in the healthcare sector. The post The Increasing Insider Risk of Emerging Healthcare Technology appeared first on DTEX Systems Inc. It … Continued.

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The Security Ledger

MAY 25, 2022

about his firm’s discovery of a string of critical security flaws in an autonomous medical robot, TUG, that is already deployed in hundreds of clinical settings and the growing issue of medical device insecurity and cyber risks to healthcare. Robots Driving Cyber Risk. Read the whole entry. »

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 17, 2021

The healthcare industry has long been a prime suspect for cybercriminals looking to gain access to patients’ personal information or to disrupt the operations of healthcare facilities. Data breaches in the healthcare industry have proven to be some of[…]. Data breaches in the healthcare industry have proven to be some of[…].

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Nearly a quarter of healthcare organizations hit by ransomware attacks experienced an increase in patient mortality, according to a study from Ponemon Institute and Proofpoint released today. Healthcare Cyberattacks Common – And Costly. The financial costs of healthcare cyberattacks are high, the report noted, costing an average of $4.4

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 5, 2022

Technology in healthcare has the potential to make all the difference in terms of safety outcomes. Experts predict that the healthcare industry will face two to three times more cyberattacks than other industries, making cybersecurity an essential aspect of modern medicine. This blog was written by an independent guest blogger.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 13, 2022

As treasure troves of sensitive patient data and providers of many crucial services, healthcare entities face significant and continued cyber risks from threat actors seeking to land a payday or cause disruption. The post Cybersecurity Issues in Healthcare: Recent Trends and Solution appeared first on Nuspire.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 18, 2024

The National Cybersecurity Alliance has launched Cybersecure My Business, a training program for non-technical owners and operators of small- to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) on how to manage cyber risk in their business.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 19, 2022

In particular, the need for smart technology that manages who can access what and when is at high demand within the healthcare industry. This balancing act often leaves healthcare providers with a series of obstacles during critical circumstances. Consumer Expectations. Data’s Lifetime Impact.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 17, 2022

Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) groups are continuing to leverage unique and sophisticated techniques to compromise healthcare organisations across Europe and the rest of the world. The post Advanced Persistent Threat risks: creating a ‘security-first’ environment for healthcare appeared first on LogRhythm.

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Cytelligence

OCTOBER 9, 2023

The healthcare industry has witnessed a rapid digital transformation, with hospitals, clinics, and medical practices relying heavily on technology to store and manage patient data, streamline operations, and improve patient care. Patient records, insurance information, and intellectual property are just a few examples.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 10, 2024

The post How Healthcare Organizations can use ASPM to Fill CSPM Coverage Gaps and Save Money appeared first on Security Boulevard. Health organizations need to adopt an approach that covers both cloud security posture management (CSPM) and application security posture management (ASPM).

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Security Through Education

JANUARY 4, 2023

Social engineering has become a larger threat to the healthcare industry in recent years. In a 2022 report they state that they have “received multiple reports of cyber criminals increasingly targeting healthcare payment processors to redirect victim payments.” How does it affect healthcare? In one case, $3.1 In one case, $3.1

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 21, 2024

Healthcare organizations increasingly rely on technology to store, manage, and transmit sensitive patient information. The post Safeguarding Patient Data with HITRUST Compliance: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Technology Companies appeared first on Hyperproof.

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Dark Reading

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Healthcare institutions in California and Arizona are sending breach notification letters after attackers compromised thousands of patients' data.

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Tech Republic Security

MARCH 19, 2020

Much of the US healthcare system is running on outdated software and unsupported operating systems, such as Windows 7, leaving devices vulnerable to hackers who are actively exploiting the coronavirus.

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Digital Guardian

APRIL 26, 2022

Following last month's Lapsus$ hacks, federal authorities are reminding healthcare organizations about the danger of insider threats.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 30, 2022

Why Healthcare IoT Requires Strong Machine Identity Management. The healthcare industry has been leveraging IoT devices for years, steadily increasing its use in facilities and patient care. By 2027, the IoT in Healthcare market is expected to reach $290 billion , up from just $60 billion in 2019. brooke.crothers.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 26, 2023

With organizations and practices of all sizes across the healthcare industry adopting more advanced systems , privacy can no longer be an afterthought. This anticipatory approach can significantly enhance data protection in healthcare, where sensitive patient data is constantly collected, stored, and used.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 15, 2022

A class action suit over one of the largest healthcare data breaches of 2020 will be settled for $3 million, under a proposal recently filed with the court. The post RiskLens Fast Facts on Cyber Risk in Healthcare – Dental Care Alliance Breach appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Threatpost

JUNE 16, 2022

Ryan Witt, Proofpoint's Healthcare Cybersecurity Leader, examines the impact of ransomware on patient care.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Amid fears that the newly mutated & detected Omicron variant of Corona could trigger a lockdown across the world, security experts warn that some group of threat actors probably funded by adversary governments are threatening to disrupt the healthcare services and vaccine supply meant to contain the spread of COVID-19 on a global note.

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Centraleyes

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has recently released staggering figures revealing a significant increase in healthcare data breaches affecting 88 million Americans in 2023 alone. These findings were revealed in light of a settlement case in the healthcare industry.

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