Thursday, May 16, 2024

Time for mandatory MFA? - Ep 458


After the big cyberattack on Change Healthcare, there’s a hot debate about making Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) a must-have for all public access points. With Congress getting involved and experts pushing for tougher security, it’s clear that better safeguards are needed to keep our healthcare data safe. This shift towards mandatory security measures shows just how serious cyber threats have become.

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Thursday, May 9, 2024

Who pays for breach notifications? - Ep 457


Who's on the hook for breach notifications in healthcare? Recent cybersecurity incidents like the massive Change Healthcare data breach have left providers scrambling and seeking clarity. The tangled relationships between Covered Entities and Business Associates make it tricky to figure out who's liable, especially when cyber incidents ripple down the vendor chain. This raises big questions about the contents of Business Associate Agreements and clarifications on who's responsible for what, ensuring everyone's ready when a data breach hits.

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Thursday, May 2, 2024

Change is Gonna Make Change Happen - Ep 456


The U.S. healthcare sector is facing significant changes with new HIPAA rules boosting privacy protections, particularly for reproductive health. At the same time, the industry is tackling serious cybersecurity issues highlighted by a major ransomware attack on Change Healthcare. This dual focus on strengthening legal compliance and enhancing data security underscores the urgency of protecting patient information and maintaining trust in healthcare systems.

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Thursday, April 25, 2024

AI Plus Small Business Cybersecurity - Ep 455


In the world of cybersecurity, small businesses have their own set of unique challenges. As AI technology becomes more common, using AI in cybersecurity sounds promising, but it's crucial to handle it wisely to avoid new risks. These tools are powerful, but they need to be used carefully because they can also open up new kinds of cyber threats. Small businesses need to build a strong culture of security, making sure everyone is up to speed and constantly testing their defenses against attacks. It's also vital for them to keep their security practices flexible to stay ahead of new threats and tech developments.

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

Attackers Enjoy Sweet Fruit of Patience - Ep 454


Aristotle once said, “Patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet.” That's totally spot on when you think about cybersecurity threats and how sneaky cybercriminals can be. These attackers plant their harmful seeds and just hang back, waiting for the right time to take advantage of old weaknesses. Their patience and careful planning mean they can strike effectively, sometimes after years of waiting, showing just how tricky it is to handle digital security. It really highlights why we need to be on our toes all the time, with solid and forward-thinking security measures to guard our sensitive info from these crafty threats.

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

Learning From The MGM Hack - Ep 453


One Friday night in September last year, a massive hack at the MGM Grand caused quite a stir in Las Vegas. Cybercriminals used tricky tactics to slip through the cracks, infiltrating the network, and disrupting services at the hotel and casino. It's a wake-up call for everyone to step up their security game and stay one step ahead in this fast-changing world of cyber threats.

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Mitigate MSP Risks - Ep 452


MSPs are like the backstage crew for your business's IT show, handling everything from network management to cybersecurity. But here's the kicker: while they're busy protecting you, they've got to make sure they're not accidentally opening the back door for trouble with their own tools and business practices in the process of delivering their services. Security is a shared responsibility.

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