Late last week, the FBI issued a warning to healthcare organizations to be on high alert for ransomware after a “wave of data scrambling extortion attempts…designed to lock up hospital information systems” (AP). The increase
15 Security Tips for Working Remotely
Telecommuting, working from home, remote working, teleworking; they’re all part of our new language, thanks to COVID-19. And while working from home may seem like a simple transition, it’s become a security nightmare for businesses
Service Feature: Security Risk Assessment
It’s not new news that the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Security Rule requires that covered entities and its business associates conduct a risk assessment of their healthcare organization. These risk assessments ensure
Password Best Practices: What Makes an Effective Password?
The number of passwords the average person has is extensive. Keeping track of all these passwords is a hassle…and then you add in the dreaded password reset day when you have to remember yet another
10 Key Takeaways from the 2019 HIMSS Cybersecurity Survey
Each year, HIMSS, the powerhouse in healthcare information systems, conducts a survey specifically around cybersecurity in healthcare organizations across the country. This year, the cybersecurity survey results are based on responses from 166 provider organizations.
How to Pitch Your Business Case for the Cloud
Moving your organization’s IT environment to the cloud is a decision and process that involves nearly every leader within your organization. What’s more, they all have unique perspectives and driving forces for endorsing and adopting
Recapping Our Top Specialized IT Posts of 2018
In 2018, we shared nearly 100 blog posts from our expert Netgainers in areas like Healthcare IT, Financial IT, Legal IT, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity and Compliance, and Performance and Availability. We have such a great
What is Two-Factor and Multi-Factor Authentication and Why Do I Need It?
Security is a primary concern of businesses, consumers and enterprises throughout the world. With news reports of hacks, data breaches and stolen identities, trust is at an all-time low. And that’s a good thing, especially
[INFOGRAPHIC] Are Unsecure Passwords Putting Your Organization at Risk?
User error will arguably be your organization’s single largest security vulnerability. One area that is often overlooked is the management and oversight of passwords that can leave your organization vulnerable. Minimize your vulnerabilities by educating
Check Your Cybersecurity Symptoms: Are You at Risk?
Think back to the last time you went to the doctor to get something checked out. You were experiencing some symptoms that led you to think that something might be wrong, so you made a