The Department of Health and Human Services and the Office for Civil Rights are seeking comments on proposed modifications to the HIPAA Security Standards to enhance cybersecurity in healthcare, addressing the rise in breaches. The proposals will include mandatory specifications, voluntary best practices, and increased documentation requirements, aligning with the Biden-Harris Administration’s 2023 National Cybersecurity Strategy.

Critical Microsoft Telnet 0-Click Vulnerability Exposes Windows Credentials
A critical vulnerability in Microsoft Telnet Server allows remote attackers to bypass authentication entirely, gaining administrative access without credentials. Affecting legacy Windows systems (2000 through