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Securing PHI: Best practices for cybersecurity

March 18, 2024 No Comments

Protected health information (PHI) comprises data that identifies an individual’s medical history, treatment plans, and payment records, making it highly sensitive and valuable to cybercriminals. The importance of securing PHI extends beyond regulatory compliance; it is about preserving patient trust, preventing identity theft, and upholding ethical standards in healthcare delivery. To keep PHI safe from… Continue reading Securing PHI: Best practices for cybersecurity

How to safeguard protected health information

March 18, 2024 No Comments

Protected health information (PHI) includes medical records, lab results, diagnoses, treatment plans, and payment details. As healthcare continues to move toward digital platforms and data sharing, it is crucial to have the following measures in place to safeguard PHI from cyberattacks. Perform regular risk assessments To keep PHI safe, healthcare organizations must identify potential vulnerabilities… Continue reading How to safeguard protected health information

Strengthen your passwords with NIST guidelines

March 15, 2024 No Comments

Many users unknowingly create weak passwords or mishandle them through common habits, leaving their data and accounts vulnerable to breaches. To combat this vulnerability, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) offers clear guidelines for crafting strong passwords and good practices to ensure password integrity. What is NIST? NIST is a US government agency… Continue reading Strengthen your passwords with NIST guidelines

March 15, 2024 No Comments

Weak passwords and bad password management habits continue to be significant cybersecurity threats, jeopardizing the integrity of critical data and systems. Recognizing this risk, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) developed standards and best practices for password creation and management. By following the NIST guidelines, users can significantly improve password strength and cybersecurity.… Continue reading NIST-recommended guidelines for passwords

Applying NIST guidelines to improve password security

March 15, 2024 No Comments

When it comes to password generation and security, many people tend toward bad practices, such as passwords based on their birthday or using the same password across different accounts. These practices can compromise the integrity of your passwords and, by extension, the security of the systems and data those passwords are meant to protect. Fortunately,… Continue reading Applying NIST guidelines to improve password security

Examples of How a Data Breach Can Cost Your Business for Years

March 10, 2024 No Comments

In the digital age, data is the lifeblood of businesses. It fuels operations, decision-making, and customer interactions. But there is a dark underbelly of this

Leverage mobile biometrics for a more secure digital life

March 6, 2024 No Comments

In a highly interconnected society, protecting one’s online data is paramount. While traditional passwords have helped safeguard digital information for a long time, they are becoming increasingly vulnerable to hacking and theft. Fortunately, smartphones offer a more secure solution: mobile biometrics. This advanced technology utilizes a person’s unique physical characteristics to verify their identity, delivering… Continue reading Leverage mobile biometrics for a more secure digital life

Level up your security with biometric authentication

March 6, 2024 No Comments

With passwords alone becoming more and more insufficient to ward off sophisticated cyberattacks, biometric authentication offers a more secure and convenient alternative. This innovative technology scans for a person’s distinctive physical characteristics, such as fingerprints, to verify their identity before granting them access to devices and accounts. In this blog, we take a look at… Continue reading Level up your security with biometric authentication

How your smartphone’s biometrics boosts your online protection

March 6, 2024 No Comments

Your smartphone is no longer just a communication device; it’s a portal to your entire digital life, from banking apps to social media accounts. While convenient, this setup comes with a myriad of cybersecurity risks, making it essential to secure your digital space and protect your identity. Thankfully, many smartphones today are equipped with advanced… Continue reading How your smartphone’s biometrics boosts your online protection

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Are Your Smart Home Devices Spying On You? (Experts Say, Yes!)

March 5, 2024 No Comments

The integration of smart home devices has become synonymous with modern living. They offer convenience, efficiency, and connectivity at our fingertips. But a recent study