In January 2025, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) introduced proposed updates to the HIPAA Security Rule, aiming to close security gaps and strengthen protections for electronic protected health information (ePHI). These changes come in response to an alarming rise in cyberattacks in the healthcare sector, where ransomware and data breaches have affected millions of patients and cost the industry billions of dollars.
Topics: Cybersecurity, HIPAA, Data Breach, Information Security, Data Security, Data Protection, healthcare, Passwords, Risk Assessment, Ransomware, MFA, Compliance, Policies & Procedures
It’s hard to believe that we survived 2024, and with 2025 finally here, we thought we would present where ProCircular sees the world headed. The cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, driven by AI-enabled threats and an increasingly complex world. From deepfake videos to targeted social engineering, attackers are finding new ways to exploit trust and access critical systems.
Topics: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Data Breach, Information Security, Data Security, Data Protection, Security Awareness Training, healthcare, hacking, Manufacturing, Passwords, risk, Ransomware, Banking, Financial Institutions
Recently, the American Hospital Association warned that Black Basta, a known ransomware group, would be accelerating attacks within the healthcare sector. The group gained notoriety for their sophisticated attack methods and high-profile targets and typically operates by infiltrating a network, exfiltrating sensitive data, and then encrypting the victim's files.
Healthcare organizations can stay vigilant against threat actors by adopting a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy that incorporates regular testing and 24/7 monitoring. ProCircular also recommends the following:
Topics: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Data Breach, Information Security, Data Security, Data Protection, Security Awareness Training, healthcare, hacking, Passwords, risk, Ransomware
Cybercriminals in today's digital landscape employ sophisticated tactics to infiltrate organizations and steal valuable data. Specific business roles within companies often become targets of cyber attacks due to their access to sensitive information or ability to influence decision-making. These roles are also usually visible and known individuals in the public, and harvesting information can be used against them. It is much easier than going after the paranoid I.T. Guy!
Topics: Cybersecurity, Data Breach, Data Security, Data Protection, cybersecurity plan, Ransomware
While essential functions of community colleges remain constant, the ever-changing digital landscape presents unique cybersecurity challenges. From talent retention to securing a diversifying data landscape, colleges must adapt their strategies to keep pace.
Topics: Cybersecurity, Data Breach, Data Security, vulerability assessment, hacking, community colleges