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Always BOLO - Ep 465

Help Me With HIPAA - July 05, 2024 04:30 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
Ever wonder why staying vigilant in cybersecurity is like playing whack-a-mole? Let's dive into some wild stories that highlight the need to always be on the lookout! From hackers using legitimate websites to spread malware, to the humorous and slightly terrifying saga of employees using mouse j...

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Crawl Out Through The Fallout - Ep 464

Help Me With HIPAA - June 28, 2024 04:30 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
What happens when healthcare giants falter in the face of cyber threats? Today, we dive into the critical need for better cybersecurity investments, continuous training and education and robust cybersecurity standards. We will explore the fallout from UHG’s cyber incident and break down three fi...

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Will Your Response Plan Work Without Internet? - Ep 463

Help Me With HIPAA - June 21, 2024 04:30 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
Today, we're diving into a topic that might keep you up at night and might make you reconsider your relationship with your Wi-Fi router. Picture this: your internet goes down, and it's not just a blip—it's a full-blown blackout. We're talking no Netflix, no Zoom meetings, and definitely no onlin...

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7 Crucial Steps to a Comprehensive SRA - Ep 462

Help Me With HIPAA - June 14, 2024 04:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
Join us as we debunked some common myths about what Security Risk Analysis isn't and then cruise through the seven essential steps to conduct a complete and thorough SRA for any organization. It’s not just a one-off IT review or a checkbox on compliance forms—it’s an ongoing, dynamic process. Fr...

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Can Clickers Change? - Ep 461

Help Me With HIPAA - June 07, 2024 04:30 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
Today we dive into the world of compulsive clickers—the folks who just can't help but tap on every tantalizing link that winks at them from their inbox. It's not just a harmless habit; these clicks can lead to some pretty sketchy places. Imagine a world where every click could be a potential min...

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Battling Cyber Threats and Burnout - Ep 460

Help Me With HIPAA - May 31, 2024 04:30 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
Imagine juggling the intense world of cybersecurity where you're constantly putting out digital fires, with trying to keep your own mental batteries charged. It's like being a superhero who also needs to take some me-time. Our discussion dives into how we can manage the high-stakes of cybersecur...

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Verizon DBIR 2024 Review - Ep 459

Help Me With HIPAA - May 24, 2024 04:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
It is time to review the annual Verizon Data Breach Investigaton report. First, we will hit the big notes from their summary. Then, we can add in a few tidbits from the bigger report details. We'll break down key statistics, discuss emerging threats, and offer insights into what these findings m...

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Time for mandatory MFA? - Ep 458

Help Me With HIPAA - May 17, 2024 04:30 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
After the big cyberattack on Change Healthcare, there’s a hot debate about making Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) a must-have for all public access points. With Congress getting involved and experts pushing for tougher security, it’s clear that better safeguards are needed to keep our healthca...

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Who pays for breach notifications? - Ep 457

Help Me With HIPAA - May 10, 2024 04:30 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
Who's on the hook for breach notifications in healthcare? Recent cybersecurity incidents like the massive Change Healthcare data breach have left providers scrambling and seeking clarity. The tangled relationships between Covered Entities and Business Associates make it tricky to figure out who'...

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Change is Gonna Make Change Happen - Ep 456

Help Me With HIPAA - May 03, 2024 04:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
The U.S. healthcare sector is facing significant changes with new HIPAA rules boosting privacy protections, particularly for reproductive health. At the same time, the industry is tackling serious cybersecurity issues highlighted by a major ransomware attack on Change Healthcare. This dual focus...

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AI Plus Small Business Cybersecurity - Ep 455

Help Me With HIPAA - April 26, 2024 04:30 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
In the world of cybersecurity, small businesses have their own set of unique challenges. As AI technology becomes more common, using AI in cybersecurity sounds promising, but it's crucial to handle it wisely to avoid new risks. These tools are powerful, but they need to be used carefully because...

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Attackers Enjoy Sweet Fruit of Patience - Ep 454

Help Me With HIPAA - April 19, 2024 04:30 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
Aristotle once said, “Patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet.” That's totally spot on when you think about cybersecurity threats and how sneaky cybercriminals can be. These attackers plant their harmful seeds and just hang back, waiting for the right time to take advantage of old weaknesses....

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Learning From The MGM Hack - Ep 453

Help Me With HIPAA - April 12, 2024 04:30 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
One Friday night in September last year, a massive hack at the MGM Grand caused quite a stir in Las Vegas. Cybercriminals used tricky tactics to slip through the cracks, infiltrating the network, and disrupting services at the hotel and casino. It's a wake-up call for everyone to step up their s...

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Mitigate MSP Risks - Ep 452

Help Me With HIPAA - April 05, 2024 04:30 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
MSPs are like the backstage crew for your business's IT show, handling everything from network management to cybersecurity. But here's the kicker: while they're busy protecting you, they've got to make sure they're not accidentally opening the back door for trouble with their own tools and busin...

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Vendors Surprised By Vetting - Ep 451

Help Me With HIPAA - March 29, 2024 04:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
In an increasingly interconnected and data-driven world, the importance of rigorous vendor vetting cannot be overstressed. Vendors ticking a box saying that they use a framework for data security and compliance isn’t enough anymore. It is a critical due diligence process that helps clients build...

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Change HC Attack, What The... - Ep 450

Help Me With HIPAA - March 22, 2024 04:30 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
As Change Healthcare ransomware attack unfolds, concerns are escalating regarding patient care and safety, pushing the Healthcare Sector Coordinating Council's (HSCC) 5 Year Strategic Plan into the spotlight. Donna and David talk with Gary Salman, CEO of Black Talon Security, on the ongoing situ...

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HIPAA Summit Review 2024 - Ep 449

Help Me With HIPAA - March 15, 2024 04:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
For more than a decade, Donna has immersed herself in the plethora of sessions from the National HIPAA Summit, extracting a wealth of insights into the present and future landscape of HIPAA. Today, she will impart her top three takeaways from this year’s Summit, essential knowledge for navigatin...

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Critical to Stable Condition in 5 Years - Ep 448

Help Me With HIPAA - March 08, 2024 05:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
Healthcare is inherently about trust; trust between patients and providers, trust in the efficacy of treatments, and increasingly, trust in the technology that underpins modern medicine. However, this trust is under siege by an evolving landscape of cyber threats. Today, we tackle the critical s...

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NIST, Moobot, Ransomware AI Impact - Ep 447

Help Me With HIPAA - March 01, 2024 05:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
The rapid advancement of AI could soon eclipse our understanding, with its capability to predict and even manipulate human behavior. Today, we will dive into how AI is reshaping our understanding and preparedness for the digital threats lurking around the corner. Plus, NIST just released guidanc...

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Insider Breach Gets Huge OCR Settlement - Ep 446

Help Me With HIPAA - February 23, 2024 05:30 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
OCR recently announced a jaw-dropping settlement that should have every healthcare professional on high alert. An insider breach that had staggering repercussions, leading to a monumental $4,750,000 settlement and a two year CAP. HHS has also released new cybersecurity resources and guidance and...

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Cyber Insurance Trends with John Miller - Ep 445

Help Me With HIPAA - February 16, 2024 05:30 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
Imagine your cybersecurity measures as the immune system of your body. Just like our bodies are constantly exposed to germs and viruses, your business is exposed to a barrage of cyber threats. Cyber insurance is like health insurance for your company's digital health. We are joined today by John...

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New HPH Sector Cyber Performance Goals Released - Ep 444

Help Me With HIPAA - February 09, 2024 05:30 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
HHS has adapted CISA’s Cybersecurity Performance Goals, released in March 2023, for healthcare entities to better protect those in the healthcare sector from cyberattacks. These voluntary goals aim to strengthen cyber preparedness, improve cyber resiliency, and protect patient health information...

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Small Business Cybersecurity 2024 - Ep 443

Help Me With HIPAA - February 02, 2024 05:30 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
It’s no secret that small businesses face challenges in understanding and keeping up with the rapidly changing cyber threat landscape. Today we’ll discuss some of those challenges and review new free resources from NIST and CISA coming out in 2024 that can help SMBs manage and improve their cybe...

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New NY State AG HIPAA Enforcement - Ep 442

Help Me With HIPAA - January 26, 2024 05:30 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
We all know that OCR is the HHS department that oversees and enforces HIPAA to ensure the protection of individuals' healthcare information.  However, more and more states around the country are also making efforts to protect their constituents’ personal information and hold companies accountabl...

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Ban Ransomware Payments? - Ep 441

Help Me With HIPAA - January 19, 2024 05:30 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
The number of ransomware attacks impacting critical services, compromising personal information and attackers requesting higher and higher ransoms continue to rise. Today, we discuss this pressing issue, implications of ransomware attacks, the ethical considerations of paying ransoms, and the ur...

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Privacy Week Coming Soon - Ep 440

Help Me With HIPAA - January 12, 2024 05:30 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
In today’s world, it's essential to recognize the importance of safeguarding your personal information. From the moment you wake up and check your smartphone to the minute you stream your favorite show or make an online purchase, your every digital move leaves a trail of data breadcrumbs. But, y...

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Recap 2023 Predictions 2024 - Ep 439

Help Me With HIPAA - January 05, 2024 05:30 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
It’s time to recap Donna and David’s 2023 HIPAA and cybersecurity predictions and hear what their crystal ball says about what to look out for in 2024. And, since AI exploded in 2023, we asked ChatGPT for predictions for 2024 too. More info at HelpMeWithHIPAA.com/439

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New HHS Cyber Plan Announced - Ep 438

Help Me With HIPAA - December 29, 2023 05:30 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
It’s no secret that healthcare is vulnerable to cybersecurity threats and patient privacy and safety are at risk. Good news! HHS recently announced a plan to enhance cybersecurity in the healthcare and public health sectors. Through various initiatives, including 405(d) and other HHS efforts, pl...

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2023 Holiday Blooper Show

Help Me With HIPAA - December 22, 2023 05:30 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
It's time of year again where we take some time off and let Bojan create a Help Me with HIPAA bloopers show of our mishaps and outtakes. Stick around to the end - we have a little surprise for you. Thanks to Bojan for his skill in making us sound so good every week.  Thanks to all our listen...

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Decoding CISA's HPH Mitigation Guide - Ep 437

Help Me With HIPAA - December 15, 2023 05:30 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 61 ratings
CISA has released a mitigation guide to combat the critical and complex cyber threats affecting the Healthcare and Public Health Sector. It provides best practices, essential strategies and insights for safeguarding our healthcare infrastructure against ever-evolving cyber threats. Join us as we...

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