New York hospitals must update their HIPAA compliance programs to comply with stricter state regulations set by the New York State Department of Health, aimed at strengthening the protection of patient data, by October 2025. The regulations require hospitals to conduct risk assessments, establish cybersecurity programs, conduct vulnerability assessments, implement a cybersecurity policy, maintain systems and records, designate a CISO, establish an incident response plan, and report any cybersecurity incidents within 72 hours.
Gen reports surge in ransomware & mobile threats
Gen’s Q3 Threat Report has revealed significant increases in ransomware and mobile banking threats. Ransomware payments reached a global high of $460m in 2024, due,