A recent report has highlighted significant gaps in data security measures within healthcare institutions, drawing a stark comparison to the safeguards employed by financial institutions. An individual cited by CBC expressed concern, asking, “How can a banking institution have those sorts of safeguards in place, but there are no alerts…
In the contemporary digital landscape, the terms data privacy and data security frequently emerge, particularly as vast quantities of sensitive personal and corporate information are shared and stored online. While these concepts are interlinked and critical for safeguarding data, they represent distinct facets of information protection. Understanding their differences is…
In our increasingly interconnected world, the management of user data has come under intense examination, particularly concerning applications that share sensitive information across borders. A notable instance of this ongoing debate involves TikTok, the widely-used Chinese mobile video-sharing platform that has faced scrutiny over privacy and data security issues since…
Chinese products have increasingly permeated markets globally, ranging from simple household goods to advanced machinery like automobiles. This expansive manufacturing capacity can be attributed largely to their affordability, accessibility, and functional simplicity. Consequently, Chinese exports have become ubiquitous in Western markets, often providing a cost-effective alternative to domestic offerings. This…
The Interlock ransomware group has announced the theft of 20TB of sensitive patient information from DaVita Healthcare, claiming to have released 1.5TB of the data to the public while offering the rest for sale. This breach encompasses the personal details of millions of patients. DaVita, a prominent healthcare provider, now…
Phishing Attack at PIH Health Results in $600,000 Settlement Over HIPAA Violations A California-based healthcare network, PIH Health, has recently come to terms with federal regulators, agreeing to pay $600,000 following an investigation into a 2019 phishing incident that raised significant concerns regarding compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and…
Strategic Communication Essential for Healthcare Cybercrises, Experts Say As healthcare organizations continue to grapple with the rising threat of cyber incidents, crisis communication planning is more critical than ever. Tom Bolitho, a crisis communications expert at FTI Consulting, emphasizes that the proactive development of a communications strategy is essential for…
Data Privacy, Data Security, Government Whistleblower Alleges Russia-linked IP Address Attempted Access During DOGE Data Breach Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • April 15, 2025 A whistleblower’s complaint claims DOGE personnel disabled monitoring tools to avoid detection by the National Labor Relations Board. (Image: Shutterstock) A federal whistleblower has raised significant allegations…
Data Privacy, Data Security, Healthcare HHS Highlights Security Vulnerabilities in Data Breach Affecting Nearly 300,000 Individuals Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • April 11, 2025 (Image: Northeast Radiology) A medical imaging firm operating in New York and Connecticut has agreed to a settlement of $350,000 with federal regulators due to potential…
