The state of cybersecurity for healthcare providers is growing more dangerous by the day. From ransomware risks hiding in outdated medical devices to large-scale data breaches at dental and billing vendors, the threats are multiplying and evolving fast. In this edition, we break down the latest threat data, spotlight recent breaches affecting hundreds of thousands of patients, and offer a … [Read more...] about Healthcare Cybersecurity: Legacy Devices, Vendor Breaches, and Ransomware
Vendor security
Vendor Risk Management Best Practices
Most businesses today rely on third-party vendors for operational effectiveness or to produce or deliver services and products. While this can lead to greater efficiency and specialization, it also presents a significant amount of cybersecurity risks. If a vendor fails to secure their systems or data properly, it can have serious repercussions for your business. That's why vendor risk … [Read more...] about Vendor Risk Management Best Practices
Navigating Vendor Risks: The Key Role of Certified Third-Party Risk Professionals
In today's interconnected business world, where external partnerships are the norm, the need to manage and mitigate risks associated with vendors has never been more critical. From cybersecurity vulnerabilities to compliance challenges, organizations face a myriad of risks that can impact their operations and reputation. This is where Certified Third-Party Risk Professionals (CTPRP) step … [Read more...] about Navigating Vendor Risks: The Key Role of Certified Third-Party Risk Professionals
Vendor Risk Assessment for Small Businesses: A Practical Approach
In the world of small businesses, you're juggling multiple responsibilities, and one of the most critical is safeguarding your digital assets from cyber threats. Your choice of vendors can either bolster your defenses or introduce vulnerabilities. To navigate this complex landscape, you must conduct a vendor risk assessment. This article is tailored to guide you through this process, … [Read more...] about Vendor Risk Assessment for Small Businesses: A Practical Approach
Third-Party Vendor Assessment: Importance and Steps
Third-party vendors are extremely important to today’s businesses. They let you systematize certain business processes that you can’t do yourself or that are too costly to do yourself. For instance, third-party vendors can provide your payroll services, HR support, technological services, and sales for you. While third-party vendors can help you save time and money and boost your efficiency, … [Read more...] about Third-Party Vendor Assessment: Importance and Steps
