Category: Cyber Security

Understanding Cyber Insurance

Due to the high financial losses that have come as a result of cyber-attacks, companies have started seeking cyber insurance policies to protect their services and data.  Cyber insurance, also called cyber liability insurance, can provide coverage for an organization to protect them from liability for the damages that result from a cyber-attack including corruption of data, lawsuits brought by individuals affected by the breach, and ransomware requests among other things.  Cyber insurance providers can work with companies to notify customers affected by the breach, assist them with securing their data, and provide financial compensation to those affected as needed. … Read more »

Healthcare Data Breach: Ascension

High-profile security breaches impacting large organizations, including healthcare entities, continue to affect the sensitive data of millions of people.  The importance of professionals skilled in cyber security as it relates to the healthcare sector continues to grow.  Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology strives to help meet this growing need by offering degree programs that will equip the next generation of cybersecurity professionals with the skills they need to succeed and meet this growing demand.  The healthcare organization Ascension experienced a data breach in early May because of an accidental download of a malicious file. This error allowed an attacker to access… Read more »

Exploring Cyber Security Frameworks 

When creating and implementing a security system for your organization’s network it is essential to consult standards, policies, and best practices for how to do this to achieve maximum security and minimize possible weaknesses that hackers can exploit.  Luckily there are several frameworks available that provide guidelines for how to create a strong cyber security risk management system for your organization.  Selecting and implementing a framework makes it easier for an organization to establish appropriate processes and procedures for monitoring systems and reducing risks related to cyber security.  Most organizations need to adhere to one of the frameworks to comply… Read more »

Cyber Security Careers: Information Security Analyst

As an information security analyst, you would be tasked with establishing that your organization’s computer network is protected from security threats.  You would be responsible for constantly monitoring the network for breaches and helping to investigate when an incident occurs.  In addition, you would have to ensure that all systems are kept up to date and the necessary software updates and encryption programs have been installed.  You would have to remain current on the latest information technology news and trends to stay ahead of certain cyber-related attacks and recommend any necessary security improvements that might be required for a stronger… Read more »

Healthcare Data Breaches: WebTPA

Another recent significant data breach was discovered at a company that provides administrative services to non-profit hospitals and assists in building customized health care plans.  The breach actually happened back in early 2023 but it was only recently discovered and it has impacted over 2 million individuals.  According to their website, evidence of suspicious activity was discovered on their network in December 2023 from a breach that occurred in April 2023 and this prompted them to launch a full-scale investigation to determine what have happened.   It was discovered that an unauthorized user had gained access to consumer information including contact information, birthdates,… Read more »

Common Cyber-Attack Methods

Organizations of all types and sizes are in danger of being infiltrated by malicious attackers who steal information with the intent to use it in a way that is contrary to how it should be used.  These attackers use many sophisticated methods for getting access to systems and these methods are constantly evolving with continued advancements in technology.  While this article will not cover all of the types of cyber-attacks that are possible, it will discuss some of the more common ones that exist today and how they are executed.  The Cyber and Network Security programs at Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology… Read more »

Creating a Cyber Security Incident Response Plan

The possibility exists that your organization at some point may be the target of a cyber-attack.  To help mitigate damage and get systems back online as quickly as possible it is necessary to have strong incident response plan.  Having a plan ahead of an attack can both help save time and help reduce the amount of damage that is incurred from a cyber-attack.   An incident response plan may provide specific details about how to identify vulnerabilities in an organization’s network and what can be done to fix them.  The plan may also identify the type of threats that an organization might face, the best… Read more »

Healthcare Data Breaches: Change Healthcare

Change Healthcare, one of the largest healthcare payment processing companies in the world, was affected by a large data breach that was discovered in February of this year.  Payment systems for many healthcare facilities were knocked offline for a significant amount of time during the breach making it impossible for claims to be paid.  A ransomware group hacked into Change Healthcare’s system stealing large amounts of data and disrupting operations.  Data stolen included social security numbers, medical records and active military personnel records.  It was determined that the ransomware group gained access to the system using stolen credentials and that multifactor authentication was not… Read more »

Cyber Security Certification Options

Are you considering a career in cyber security?  If so, you have come to the right place.  Cyber security is an exciting and fast paced career with a number of possible directions depending on your interests and skills.  Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology is focused on providing an industry current educational experience so students are well prepared to take and pass the certification exams required to get into entry level positions.  While there are many certifications to consider, this article will focus on ones that the courses and programs offered by Cambridge College can get you prepared for. Cambridge College currently partners with… Read more »

Essential Healthcare Cyber Security Best Practices

Protecting healthcare data is often a very daunting task.  Patient data has to be kept safe and secure as well as accessible and it has to be handled and stored according HIPAA guidelines as well as other government regulations.   With the ever-changing nature of the technology landscape, it is crucial for healthcare organizations to come up with a list of essential best practices to make sure that everyone in the organization is on the same page when it comes to protecting and maintaining sensitive patient information.  With the skills acquired through the degree programs at Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology you can… Read more »