The US Department of Health and Human Services’ Office for Civil Rights has proposed new rules to strengthen cybersecurity in healthcare organizations. The proposal aims to modify the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to better protect electronic protected health information against cyber attacks. The modifications include mandatory encryption of data, multi-factor authentication, regular compliance audits and vulnerability assessments.
Nitrogen Ransomware Attacks Organizations, Encrypts Files With .NBA Extension
The newly discovered Nitrogen ransomware poses a significant threat to industries including construction, financial services, manufacturing, and technology. The malware, mainly active in the US,
