HIPAA and Ransomware: Protecting Patient Data in the Digital Age
In today’s increasingly digitized healthcare landscape, the protection of patient data is of paramount importance. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) provides a comprehensive framework for safeguarding individuals’ medical information. However, the rise of ransomware attacks poses new challenges to maintaining the security and privacy of sensitive data.
Ransomware, a form of malicious software, encrypts a victim’s data and holds it hostage until a ransom is paid. These attacks have targeted various sectors, including healthcare organizations, where the consequences can be particularly severe. When healthcare providers fall victim to ransomware, patient records, medical histories, and other critical data may be inaccessible, potentially compromising patient care and privacy. Please see below for the link to the full article:
HIPAA Newsletter – Protecting Patient Data in the Digital Age