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Proactively Protect Yourself from a Cybersecurity Incident
In 2022, the average cost of a data breach was $4.35 million. Is your surgery center prepared to pay that if you fall victim to a successful cyberattack? This page provides a comprehensive collection of expert insights, best practices, and actionable strategies to protect your surgery center from cyber threats. Discover how to implement robust security protocols, safeguard patient data, and comply with industry regulations. Equip your team with the knowledge and tools needed to fortify your cybersecurity infrastructure and ensure the safety and confidentiality of your sensitive information.
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Why Surgery Centers Should Care About Triple Ransomware Extortion
Ransomware attacks are evolving, now targeting healthcare with triple extortion tactics, including patient threats. ASCs can reduce risks by
implementing HHS cybersecurity goals, emphasizing preparedness, encryption, and employee training to protect patient data and operations.
implementing HHS cybersecurity goals, emphasizing preparedness, encryption, and employee training to protect patient data and operations.
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How ASCs Can Leverage Cybersecurity Performance Goals
The HHS Cybersecurity Performance Goals help healthcare providers, including ASCs, strengthen cyber defenses. By addressing essential and enhanced goals, ASCs can reduce risks, protect patient data, and improve trust in third-party vendors.
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Emerging Threats in Healthcare
Malicious actors are leveraging new social engineering tactics like Malvertising, AiTM, and QShing to target ASC employees. This blog explains these threats and provides actionable steps to protect patient data and systems.
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WiFi – Why Not? How an ASC Can Guard Against WiFi Attacks
Wi-Fi enhances patient care but introduces security risks like packet sniffing and rogue access points. This blog outlines key threats and practical steps ASCs can take to secure their networks and protect patient data.
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Cybersecurity Incidents: The Hidden ASC Operating Expense
Data breaches in healthcare are costly, with average damages exceeding $4 million. This blog highlights the growing cyber threats, their financial impact, and steps ASCs can take to reduce risks and protect patient data.
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The Importance of Being Earnest About Patching
Social engineering and unpatched systems are top cybersecurity risks for ASCs. This blog highlights the importance of timely patch management, system maintenance, and proactive measures to protect patient data and prevent costly breaches.
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Hackers Living off the Land
Cyberattacks increasingly exploit user behavior and system vulnerabilities, bypassing traditional defenses. To protect ASCs, prioritize secure practices: avoid storing credentials in browsers, scrutinize links, limit admin access, and adopt advanced threat detection like XDR.
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The Most Common Indicators of a Phishing/Smishing/Vishing Attack
Phishing, smishing, and vishing attacks exploit human behavior through social engineering. To protect patient data, ASCs must provide ongoing employee training, reinforced by regular phishing simulations to identify and prevent potential threats.
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The Most Common Entry Points into an ASC’s Network
Protecting sensitive information requires understanding common cyber threats like phishing, malware, and insider risks. By prioritizing employee education and implementing simulated phishing exercises, ASCs can strengthen defenses against social engineering attacks.
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Proactively Preparing for a Security Breach
Healthcare data breaches are inevitable and costly, with patient records valued highly on the black market. To protect sensitive information, ASCs must adopt proactive security measures and partner with IT experts to reduce breach risks..
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