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Cyber Insurance Requirements Have Changed. Are You Prepared? The game has changed, it’s different, it’s harder, and it’s happening NOW.We want to help ensure you're involved in the process, stay informed on the cyber insurance landscape, and prepared so you don't get caught off-guard. https://vimeo.com/575059070 Discussion Focus Areas: Healthcare Cyber...

Fortified recently responded to an opportunity from NIST to comment on the utility of NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-66, Revision 1, commonly referred to as the Resource Guide.

Cyber attacks continue to increase, and the cost of these data breaches can be significant. An IBM study found that generally the average data breach costs $3.86 million. When applied to the healthcare industry, this average cost rises to $7.13 million.  As organizations face increasing risks, now is the time...

Incident response is a vital part of a strong cybersecurity program. However, responding to cybersecurity threats and attacks is only part of the equation. Healthcare organizations need to be proactive in their security solutions, spotting threats before they lead to data loss.  This is where threat hunting comes in.  A...

Today’s cyber criminals are using increasingly sophisticated tactics to access ePHI from healthcare organizations. Malicious actors obtained over 29 million healthcare records in 2020, and breaches in the healthcare industry have doubled since 2014.  When facing these advanced types of threats and increased rates of malicious acts, healthcare organizations need...

When it comes to cybersecurity best practices, timely detection is key. This is especially important for healthcare organizations. Hospitals, clinics, and administrative offices handle private patient data every day, and this data in the wrong hands can have significant consequences.  But how can you tell when your network has been...