Security Magazine January 18, 2022
Cybersecurity is more than meets the eye. Proper security contains several layers, including adequate training and technology, to meet HIPAA compliance guidelines. Healthcare organizations are responsible for implementing robust cybersecurity strategies to prevent cyberattacks.
The healthcare industry claims to prioritize cybersecurity efforts, yet 18% of organizations allocate only 1-2% of their IT budgets to cybersecurity. Covered entities who choose not to prioritize proper cybersecurity leave themselves vulnerable to increasingly prevalent cyberattacks.
Healthcare-related cyberattacks can be attributed to several factors. A lack of employee training increases the likelihood of human error, and portal-based communication is only as secure as a patient’s email account. Neglecting two-factor authentication makes it easier for a hack to occur, and not having a business continuity...
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