The Importance of Effective Offboarding Practices in Mitigating Insider Risks A recent analysis by Wing Security has revealed a concerning trend in corporate data security: approximately 63% of businesses might have former employees still authorized to access sensitive organizational data. This statistic underscores the pressing need for businesses to automate…
Long Island Plastic Surgical Group Confirms Significant Data Breach Affecting 161,000 Patients In a recent announcement, the Long Island Plastic Surgical Group has confirmed a major data breach that has impacted approximately 161,000 individuals. This incident underscores the growing vulnerability of healthcare organizations to cyber threats, particularly in a time…
A significant data breach occurred at Parkland Health in Dallas, impacting the personal information of over 6,500 patients. A notice submitted last week to the Texas Attorney General’s office detailed that hackers had gained unauthorized access to sensitive data, including names, birth dates, and medical records. The breach was publicly…
HIPAA/HITECH, Standards, Regulations & Compliance How Might Election Outcome Affect HHS’s Cybersecurity Work in Healthcare? Marianne Kolbasuk McGee (HealthInfoSec) • October 25, 2024 Melanie Fontes Rainer, HHS OCR director, speaking at a HIPAA summit this week (Image: Marianne Kolbasuk McGee) As the Biden administration approaches its conclusion, officials at the…
Great Expressions Dental Centers has reached a settlement in a data breach lawsuit that totaled $2.7 million, underscoring the serious implications of cybersecurity inadequacies within the healthcare sector. The lawsuit initiated following a breach that exposed sensitive personal and medical information, highlighting vulnerabilities that can jeopardize patient trust and compliance…
The Senate Finance Committee Chair is requesting additional details regarding the recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare, highlighting ongoing concerns about the security of sensitive healthcare information. This incident comes amidst a growing number of cyber incidents targeting the healthcare sector, underscoring its vulnerability in the face of advancing cyber threats.…
Rising Threat of Ransomware in the Healthcare Sector In the current digital landscape, the healthcare industry has unfortunately emerged as a prime target for ransomware attacks. Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting vulnerabilities within this sector, aware that healthcare data is both highly lucrative and critically essential. Understanding the motivations behind these…
