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Privacy & Security

By Jessica Davis | 01:58 pm | August 31, 2017
Researchers say it’s one of the largest malware cybercriminal attempts of the second half of 2017, and there is still no decryptor for the virus.
By Jessica Davis | 03:05 pm | August 30, 2017
The computer system of the Radiology Center from Mid-Michigan Physicians Imaging Center was breached in March, but officials say the extensive investigation delayed the breach.
By Jessica Davis | 05:00 pm | August 29, 2017
Providers can update software to ensure a hacker can’t access the device and remotely modify programming commands.
By Mike Miliard | 04:29 pm | August 29, 2017
The decentralized technology offers stronger privacy protections than existing platforms since its multiple servers are less vulnerable to attack than a single access point.
By Jessica Davis | 04:02 pm | August 29, 2017
Exodus comes after a report found major vulnerabilities in the government’s readiness to protect critical systems from cyber attacks.
By Jessica Davis | 01:13 pm | August 29, 2017
The Scottish health system is operating under contingency plans, as it works to regain normal operations.
By Bill Siwicki | 10:43 am | August 29, 2017
Thanks to antagonizing attacks like ransomware and ransomworms, the time has come for hospital executives to rethink how they comply with HIPAA.
By Jessica Davis | 04:56 pm | August 28, 2017
The wiper malware wreaked havoc across the globe in June, but Nuance managed to keep its operations afloat by putting customer needs first.
By Healthcare IT News | 09:11 am | August 28, 2017
We round up some of the (many) important discussion points during the chat on Aug. 24.
By Jessica Davis | 03:46 pm | August 25, 2017
The new variant, Defray, uses incredibly targeted attacks with lures that are custom-crafted to appeal to intended victims -- making it much harder to spot, Proofpoint says.