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Year: 2023

Overview of Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) Compliance Solutions

Overview of Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) Compliance Solutions Introduction  In the digital age, payment card transactions have become an essential part of our daily lives. However, with the rise in data breaches and cybercrime, securing payment card data is of utmost importance. The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) […]

PCI DSS Compliance

Why is HIPAA Compliance Important? 

Why is HIPAA Compliance Important? Introduction  The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was established in 1996 to protect the privacy and security of individuals’ health information. HIPAA compliance is crucial for healthcare organizations and their business associates to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive patient data. In this article, we delve […]

HIPAA Compliance

What is HIPAA Compliance?

What is HIPAA Compliance? In an era where healthcare data is increasingly being digitized and shared, protecting patient information has become a top priority for healthcare providers and organizations. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a federal law enacted in 1996 to safeguard patients’ medical records and other personal health information (PHI). […]

HIPAA Compliance

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  • September 22, 2023

How to Interpret the 2023 MITRE ATT&CK Evaluation Results

Thorough, independent tests are a vital resource for analyzing provider’s capabilities to guard against increasingly sophisticated threats to their organization. And perhaps no assessment is more widely trusted than the annual MITRE Engenuity ATT&CK Evaluation.  This testing is critical for evaluating vendors because it’s virtually impossible to evaluate cybersecurity vendors based on their own

Cyber News, Cyber Threat Trends

What Are the Top Ten Key Factors in HIPAA Compliance?

What Are the Top Ten Key Factors in HIPAA Compliance? HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, is a federal law that aims to protect the confidentiality and security of individuals’ health information. Compliance with HIPAA regulations is essential for healthcare providers, health plans, and any other entities that handle protected health information (PHI). […]

HIPAA Compliance

The Pillars of a Strong HIPAA Security Posture

The Pillars of a Strong HIPAA Security Posture Introduction  Healthcare organizations handle vast amounts of sensitive patient data, which makes them prime targets for cyberattacks. Protecting patient privacy and securing electronic health records (EHRs) is critical in maintaining a trusted and reliable healthcare system. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) provides guidelines and […]

HIPAA Compliance

A Checklist of HIPAA Requirements 

A Checklist of HIPAA Requirements The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted in 1996 to ensure the privacy and security of individuals’ health information. HIPAA compliance is crucial for healthcare providers, health plans, and any other entities that handle protected health information (PHI). To help organizations navigate the complex landscape of HIPAA […]

HIPAA Compliance

New SEC’s Hack-Reporting Rules Are Spooking U.S. Companies

New SEC’s Hack-Reporting Rules Are Spooking U.S. Companies With Halloween around the corner, here’s something really spooky: The SEC announced new hack-reporting rules for publicly traded companies in late July that are scaring corporate leaders. These rules are designed to shed light on the extent of cybersecurity threats; unfortunately, they’ve been stirring controversy based on […]

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