Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Implement training for employees on how to identify and report phishing, social engineering, and spoofing attempts. Viable choices such as hard tokens allow access to software and verifies identity with a physical device instead of authentication codes or passwords. Require all accounts with password logins (e.g.,

Passwords 81

Passwords Phishing Authentication Communications 81

Armstrong Archives

AUGUST 25, 2023

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) ensures individuals’ health data protection and privacy. This includes insurance companies, nurses, and doctors. This method requires more than just a password to access sensitive data. There are severe consequences if someone breaks the rules listed in the HIPAA.

Computer and Electronics 52

Computer and Electronics Insurance Compliance Risk 52

eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Often, a scammer will simply target the people in a company and fool them into giving up their personal details, account passwords, and other sensitive information and gain access that way. Finance and insurance finished a close second at 22.4%. Further reading: Best Cybersecurity Awareness Training for Employees.

Energy and Utilities 120

Energy and Utilities Phishing Blockchain Cybersecurity 120

IT Governance

APRIL 11, 2023

Anyone who has provided their login credentials when responding to this message should assume that they’ve handed their password to the scammers. It can be used to launch ransomware, steal passwords and intellectual property, or act as a conduit to other organisations. QakBot is a more complex strain but equally damaging.

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Data Matters

DECEMBER 10, 2019

standard login passwords). hardware tokens and one-time passwords). Note, however, that a dual-password model constitutes only one factor (i.e., Provide regular training: Industry experts should provide regular cyberawareness training to ensure that all personnel remain alert to evolving cyberthreats and recent trends.

Data breaches 60

Data breaches Insurance Authentication Risk 60

Data Matters

DECEMBER 10, 2019

standard login passwords). hardware tokens and one-time passwords). Note, however, that a dual-password model constitutes only one factor (i.e., Provide regular training: Industry experts should provide regular cyberawareness training to ensure that all personnel remain alert to evolving cyberthreats and recent trends.

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Data breaches Insurance Authentication Risk 60

eSecurity Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

However, basic cybersecurity tools and practices, like patching , strong passwords , and multi-factor authentication (MFA), “can prevent 80 to 90% of cyberattacks,” said Anne Neuberger, deputy national security advisor for cyber and emerging technologies, during a White House press conference in Sept. Cybersecurity training and awareness.

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Ransomware Cybersecurity Phishing Encryption 145

IT Governance

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Brazilian health insurance firm Fisco Saúde hit by cyber attack (unknown). Cyber attack at Supeo disrupts trains in Denmark (unknown). Spain’s Generali España insurance company says it was hacked (unknown). AstraZeneca password lapse exposed patient data (unknown). Data breach.

Data breaches 115

Data breaches Ransomware Personal data Insurance 115

IT Governance

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Toronto residents’ CERB payments on hold after fraudulent employment insurance claims (700) Kentucky’s unemployment system suffers another breach (unknown) Defence supplier PULAU Corporation says it has been hacked (unknown) American Payroll Association notifying those affected by cyber attack (unknown). Cyber attacks. Hitachi Chemical Co.

Data breaches 122

Data breaches Ransomware Insurance Manufacturing 122

The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 30, 2019

Turn the corner into 2019 and we find Citigroup, CapitalOne, Wells Fargo and HSBC Life Insurance among a host of firms hitting the crisis button after their customers’ records turned up on a database of some 24 million financial and banking documents found parked on an Internet-accessible server — without so much as password protection.

Risk 147

Risk Financial Services Insurance Cybersecurity 147

Hunton Privacy

JUNE 17, 2019

Arizona and 15 other states (the “Multistate AGs”) filed the suit in December 2018, asserting claims under the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (“HIPAA”) as well as various applicable state data protection laws. Notably, the lawsuit was the first-ever multistate litigation alleging claims under HIPAA.

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Data breaches IT Insurance Privacy 58

IT Governance

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Cyber attacks can come in various forms, including denial of service, malware and password attacks. Your employees know how your organisation operates, how vital information can be accessed and the measures in place to protect it, which is why you should put in place appropriate training and security protocols. Unauthorised access.

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Data breaches Ransomware Security awareness Insurance 106

Data Matters

AUGUST 19, 2020

On July 21, 2020, the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS or the Department) issued a statement of charges and notice of hearing (the Statement) against First American Title Insurance Company (First American) for violations of the Department’s Cybersecurity Requirements for Financial Services Companies, 23 N.Y.C.R.R.

Financial Services 68

Financial Services Cybersecurity Insurance Risk 68

Hunton Privacy

MARCH 24, 2020

Private information” means either: A user name or e-mail address in combination with a password or security question and answer that would permit access to an online account; or.

Encryption 73

Encryption Passwords Compliance Risk 73

IT Governance

MARCH 1, 2023

We offer a variety of resources to help understand and mitigate threats, from training courses and consultancy services to free guides. IT Governance is dedicated to helping organisations tackle the threat of cyber crime and other information security weaknesses. You can find the full list of data breaches and cyber attacks below.

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Data breaches Ransomware e-Delivery Government 130

Hunton Privacy

APRIL 24, 2015

unsecured protected health information (as that term is defined in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”) Privacy Rule). unsecured protected health information (as that term is defined in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”) Privacy Rule).

Security 60

Security Passwords Encryption Insurance 60

Adam Levin

JULY 8, 2020

More than half of the companies surveyed used retail-grade registrars, which typically provide less in the way of security safeguards and training than enterprise-grade registrars. It should include an inventory of who can access registrar accounts, implementation of two-factor authentication, and password hygiene checks.

Retail 52

Retail Authentication Insurance Data breaches 52

eSecurity Planet

JANUARY 12, 2021

Password protocols. IT policies and training. Cybersecurity preparedness/ insurance. Your security assessment should include audits of things like: Access to systems and data. Open ports and other vulnerabilities. Endpoint protection. Patch management. Encryption strength. Mobile devices. Data backups. Internal/external scans.

Risk 70

Risk Security Cybersecurity Compliance 70

IT Governance

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Records breached: 512,000 documents, with details of insurance investigations, vehicle registration certificates, notices of car seizures and payment card details. Records breached: Exact numbers unknown, but names, dates of birth, Social Security numbers, health insurance information and class lists were exfiltrated.

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Data Privacy Privacy Data breaches Security 52

eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Ransomware frequently contains extraction capabilities that can steal critical information like usernames and passwords, so stopping ransomware is serious business. As training sessions have little influence over staff for every potential attack, it makes added security more imperative. Staff Awareness. Spam Filter.

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Ransomware Encryption Insurance Cloud 97

Data Protection Report

APRIL 2, 2020

Because people likely will be working from alternate locations, employers may wish to remind their employees to be extra vigilant: many employees may have forgotten passwords or other user credentials. The NYDFS has a special webpage devoted to the pandemic.

Risk 59

Risk Communications Authentication Financial Services 59

Armstrong Archives

JULY 9, 2021

In 1996, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) established a set of regulations involving the storage of and destruction of protected health information (PHI). Our staff regularly undergoes training to stay up to date on the latest federal regulations as well as those for a variety of industries.

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IT Governance

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

DataCamp notifies users of hack, forces password reset. Possibility of data breach with mySalam health insurance scheme, Perkasa claims. Major bug in IRCTC can allow hackers cancel train tickets booked by passengers. Artsy Alerts Users of Data-Security Breach; Report Claims Hacked Information for Sale.

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Data breaches Sales Phishing Ransomware 109

eSecurity Planet

MARCH 18, 2022

For example, an Access Policy could have clearly labeled sections to define Password Policy , User Access , Privileged Access , Access Review Processes, and Remote Access because each of these access categories may be required to be reviewed by an auditor. Start Writing. Every organization can easily create written policies.

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Hunton Privacy

MARCH 22, 2016

million settlement with the Minnesota Attorney General for violations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (“HIPAA”) and its implementing regulations, and various Minnesota debt collection and consumer protection laws. provide training to its employees regarding its HIPAA policies and procedures.

Computer and Electronics 40

Computer and Electronics Risk Passwords Privacy 40

KnowBe4

APRIL 25, 2023

Once those bots—or agents—are trained, and autonomous enough to work on their own, that would be an important step in the direction of a world where AI-driven systems are able to be used for both good and bad. Get a look at THREE NEW FEATURES and see how easy it is to train and phish your users. Did you know? Did you know?

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IT Governance

JANUARY 7, 2020

Login’ is a noun that refers to the username and password you use to access your account – i.e. your login details. Staff awareness training focused on phishing and other social engineering tricks should be a core part of organisations’ cyber security practices, and it’s up to you to ensure it’s being done. Login vs log in.

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HIPAA

OCTOBER 21, 2013

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability of Act demands that all HIPAA covered businesses prevent unauthorized access to “Protected Health Information” or PHI. Training Reduces Human Errors. Training requires experience and specialized knowledge that even the most advanced healthcare executive may not have.

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Compliance Education Encryption Insurance 31

HIPAA

OCTOBER 21, 2013

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability of Act demands that all HIPAA covered businesses prevent unauthorized access to “Protected Health Information” or PHI. Training Reduces Human Errors. Training requires experience and specialized knowledge that even the most advanced healthcare executive may not have.

Compliance 28

Compliance Education Encryption Insurance 28

HIPAA

OCTOBER 21, 2013

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability of Act demands that all HIPAA covered businesses prevent unauthorized access to “Protected Health Information” or PHI. Training Reduces Human Errors. Training requires experience and specialized knowledge that even the most advanced healthcare executive may not have.

Compliance 28

Compliance Education Encryption Insurance 28

KnowBe4

MAY 9, 2023

New school security awareness training can help any organization sustain that line of defense and create a strong security culture. Take the following example, provided by Phish Labs: [CONTINUED] Blog post with screenshot: [link] Are Your Users' Passwords. Are your users' passwords…P@ssw0rd?

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Phishing Passwords Insurance Systems administration 73

KnowBe4

SEPTEMBER 24, 2019

That’s why it’s important to implement a privacy awareness training program so all your employees can actively protect sensitive data. We’ve narrowed down nine topics that you should cover in your privacy training program to establish a risk-aware culture in which your employees see data protection as second nature. How to label data.

Privacy 40

Privacy Passwords Data breaches Phishing 40

HIPAA

OCTOBER 16, 2013

The health insurance portability and accountability act has set various guidelines, which should be adhered to by anyone who handles any electronic medical data. Have an ongoing employee training program. Have an ongoing employee training program. Buy medical products with security compliance and compatibility in mind.

Compliance 31

Compliance Computer and Electronics Security Encryption 31

IT Governance

JUNE 1, 2023

We offer a variety of resources to help understand and mitigate threats, from training courses and consultancy services to free guides. MCNA Insurance MCNA Insurance, also known as MCNA Dental, was caught up in a cyber hacking incident last week, in which 112 covered entities were affected.

Data breaches 122

Data breaches Insurance Personal data Ransomware 122

HIPAA

OCTOBER 16, 2013

The health insurance portability and accountability act has set various guidelines, which should be adhered to by anyone who handles any electronic medical data. Have an ongoing employee training program. Have an ongoing employee training program. Buy medical products with security compliance and compatibility in mind.

Compliance 28

Compliance Computer and Electronics Security Encryption 28

HIPAA

OCTOBER 16, 2013

The health insurance portability and accountability act has set various guidelines, which should be adhered to by anyone who handles any electronic medical data. Have an ongoing employee training program. Have an ongoing employee training program. Buy medical products with security compliance and compatibility in mind.

Compliance 28

Compliance Computer and Electronics Security Encryption 28

Data Matters

AUGUST 5, 2019

Furthermore, although entities that already comply with the breach notification requirements under certain state or federal laws (such as the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the New York Department of Financial Services cybersecurity regulations (23 N.Y.C.R.R.

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