Texas Health Resources CIO Ed Marx and chief information security officer Ron Mehring used a harmless tactic to convince their senior management team of the importance of funding security initiatives. They handed out envelopes containing the members’ passwords, and in less than a second, Marx and Mehring were able to figure out the passwords. This tactic got the attention of the senior management team and convinced them of the need for adequate security resources. Underfunding security is common in the healthcare industry, but experts suggest that providers should prioritize understanding and managing risks rather than simply complying with regulations.
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CDC issues warning over recalled eggs sold in three states
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning against recalled eggs linked to 24 hospitalizations due to salmonella infection. The eggs,