PremierePC Achieves HIPAA Compliance with Compliancy Group
PremierePC has demonstrated its good faith effort toward HIPAA compliance by completing Compliancy Group’s proprietary HIPAA compliance process.
We are pleased to announce that we have taken all necessary steps to prove our good faith effort to achieve compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Through the use of Compliancy Group’s proprietary HIPAA solution, The Guard™. we can track our compliance program and have earned our Seal of Compliance™. The Seal of Compliance is issued to organizations that have implemented an effective HIPAA compliance program through the use of The Guard.
HIPAA is made up of a set of regulatory standards governing the security, privacy, and integrity of sensitive healthcare data called protected health information (PHI). PHI is any individually identifiable healthcare-related information. If vendors who service healthcare clients come into contact with PHI in any way, those vendors must be HIPAA compliant.
We have completed Compliancy Group’s Implementation Program, adhering to the necessary regulatory standards outlined in the HIPAA Privacy Rule, Security Rule, Breach Notification Rule, Omnibus Rule, and HITECH. Compliancy Group has verified our good faith effort to achieve HIPAA compliance through The Guard.
PremierePC is excited to have taken these measures toward compliancy and to offer this program to our clients.
Hackers and cybercriminals launch attacks every 39 seconds, which is an average of 2,244 times per day.
More than 8 Billion records were confirmed to be compromised in the last year alone.
By now I’m sure you’ve read or heard about our Dark Web Monitoring solution, combining human and sophisticated Dark Web intelligence with search capabilities to identify, analyze and proactively monitor for an organization’s compromised or stolen employee and customer data. Well, Dark Web ID just got an upgrade!
With the new release, PII Data capabilities have been enhanced. Dark Web ID now displays non-sensitive PII (Personal Identifiable Information) values when they available.
What does this mean for you?
Not only can you know the type of information the bad guys know, you can know what the bad guys know.
For example, you would previously be alerted of the email address, and type of PII (such as First Name Last Name and Address.)
Now, you will be alerted of the email address and PII values (such as John Smith 345 Main Street, Greenville, SC.)
Is additional file sharing security really that important? I lock my computer and only use my work email to send data. Isn’t that enough?
Good question. It may not be enough. In short, email data can be stolen as it travels un-encrypted over the network. Data could be stored un-encrypted on mail servers, internet mail relays, as well as end devices. Stolen data is then sold on the dark web and there’s no turning back.
Yikes! So how can I store and share my data in a secure way that’s also easy to use?
Let’s look at Egnyte…
First, what is Egnyte?
Our enterprise file sharing platform addresses the critical infrastructure needs of businesses – file storage, revisioning, sharing and collaboration – in one secure, centrally managed and easy-to-use solution.
Sounds neat.
What does File Sharing look like?
Basic file sharing is easy: simply choose the file, select ‘share’ from the menu. You’ll be given the option to copy a link which you can then easily drop into an email or chat session.
There’s a few further helpful customizations you can layer on to this link:
Link Expiration – choose what date you’d like the link to expire.
Sender notification – select to be notified once the link is used by the recipient.
File name – include the (human readable) file name in the link.
Version – choose to always display the most recent version of the file.
Layer on more security
Want to restrict downloads? Easy, Egnyte allows you to restrict or allow downloads. If you choose to restrict downloads, the user will only be allowed to view the file through a browser.
Need another layer of security? Add simple, effective password protection. Organizations can set policies that require password protection for sensitive files passed outside the organization. The system will automatically generate a password for the sender to relay to the recipient.
File access can further be limited to specific email addresses. Egnyte allows the sender to select ‘specific recipients’ and input their email addresses. This prevents the recipient from forwarding the link to others.
Egnyte can encrypt a document in transit and on the user’s device by the sender layering on ‘encrypted downloads’ to the selected file. The file will then remain encrypted on the receiver’s device and is only decrypted while being viewed. If necessary, the sender can also revoke permissions to view the file after sharing.
The importance of collaboration is evident in any business – anything that improves workflow and efficiency is easily received by employers. However, security is just as, if not more, important. Security breaches can take out an entire organization in a matter of moments. Securing your data and sharing that data in an intelligent, secure way is instrumental to mitigating your cybersecurity risks.
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Unfortunately, yes. There are legitimate AND fake ransomware attacks.
Good news is, the end-user needs to take the same precautions to mitigate risks of real or fake ransomware attacks; remaining educated on cyber security is an asset.
Better news, we offer solutions to layer on to protect your environment, as well as Security Awareness Training to educate your end users.
Let’s talk ransomware.
What is ransomware? Ransomware is a form of malware that encrypts files. The attacker then demands a ransom from the victim to restore their access to the data. This is especially dangerous because access to data on computer networks, mobile devices, and servers will all be locked until the victim pays the demanded ransom. For a business like yours, this can make or break you.
Attackers are aware that any sign of ransomware causes panic. Especially when using common attack methods – extortion, blackmail, threats, etc. – that are designed to generate fear in the reader. Attackers rely on this fear and panic to motivate the victim to give into demands regardless of how much money they are seeking.
These attacks have been so successful, the bad guys have realized they can simply create fake ransomware.
Rewind, what is fake ransomware?
Fake ransomware is simply a message stating false information that is sent to an end-user, demanding ransom.
These are often delivered in the form of emails spoofing a known address or pop ups that take focus on your computer and are difficult to close out.
These messages may tell a user their data has been stolen and encrypted and they must ‘click here’ to unlock data, enter credentials to check their account, review what files have been encrypted, etc. Essentially, the attacker does not presently have access to your environment but counts on your panic causing you to click a link which then does provide them access.
These messages may also exploit or blackmail, telling the victim they have videos, pictures, or screen shots of them that do not exist. They will then ask for a payout to delete this sensitive data and keep quiet.
However, none of this is true. These are simply messages used to induce fear and hope the victim pays.
The takeaway
Your organization needs a strong cyber security solution stack, regular end-user education and testing, as well as a plan in the event of an attack. This protocol must prevail even in fear and panic.
Having an IT partner that values and focuses on cyber security in every area of business is crucial.
Mitigate these risks with forward-thinking solutions and end-user training.
Have a plan in the event of an attack.
Secure an IT partner that can respond intelligently in a worst case scenario.
PremierePC achieves HIPAA Compliance. You can too!
PremierePC Achieves HIPAA Compliance with Compliancy Group
We are pleased to announce that we have taken all necessary steps to prove our good faith effort to achieve compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Through the use of Compliancy Group’s proprietary HIPAA solution, The Guard™. we can track our compliance program and have earned our Seal of Compliance™. The Seal of Compliance is issued to organizations that have implemented an effective HIPAA compliance program through the use of The Guard.
HIPAA is made up of a set of regulatory standards governing the security, privacy, and integrity of sensitive healthcare data called protected health information (PHI). PHI is any individually identifiable healthcare-related information. If vendors who service healthcare clients come into contact with PHI in any way, those vendors must be HIPAA compliant.
We have completed Compliancy Group’s Implementation Program, adhering to the necessary regulatory standards outlined in the HIPAA Privacy Rule, Security Rule, Breach Notification Rule, Omnibus Rule, and HITECH. Compliancy Group has verified our good faith effort to achieve HIPAA compliance through The Guard.
Office Closing: Thanksgiving
Dark Web Monitoring – Feature Update
By now I’m sure you’ve read or heard about our Dark Web Monitoring solution, combining human and sophisticated Dark Web intelligence with search capabilities to identify, analyze and proactively monitor for an organization’s compromised or stolen employee and customer data. Well, Dark Web ID just got an upgrade!
With the new release, PII Data capabilities have been enhanced. Dark Web ID now displays non-sensitive PII (Personal Identifiable Information) values when they available.
What does this mean for you?
For example, you would previously be alerted of the email address, and type of PII (such as First Name Last Name and Address.)
Now, you will be alerted of the email address and PII values (such as John Smith 345 Main Street, Greenville, SC.)
Egnyte: Meeting both your File Sharing and Security Needs
Good question. It may not be enough. In short, email data can be stolen as it travels un-encrypted over the network. Data could be stored un-encrypted on mail servers, internet mail relays, as well as end devices. Stolen data is then sold on the dark web and there’s no turning back.
Let’s look at Egnyte…
First, what is Egnyte?
Our enterprise file sharing platform addresses the critical infrastructure needs of businesses – file storage, revisioning, sharing and collaboration – in one secure, centrally managed and easy-to-use solution.
Sounds neat.
What does File Sharing look like?
Basic file sharing is easy: simply choose the file, select ‘share’ from the menu. You’ll be given the option to copy a link which you can then easily drop into an email or chat session.
There’s a few further helpful customizations you can layer on to this link:
Layer on more security
Want to restrict downloads? Easy, Egnyte allows you to restrict or allow downloads. If you choose to restrict downloads, the user will only be allowed to view the file through a browser.
Need another layer of security? Add simple, effective password protection. Organizations can set policies that require password protection for sensitive files passed outside the organization. The system will automatically generate a password for the sender to relay to the recipient.
File access can further be limited to specific email addresses. Egnyte allows the sender to select ‘specific recipients’ and input their email addresses. This prevents the recipient from forwarding the link to others.
Egnyte can encrypt a document in transit and on the user’s device by the sender layering on ‘encrypted downloads’ to the selected file. The file will then remain encrypted on the receiver’s device and is only decrypted while being viewed. If necessary, the sender can also revoke permissions to view the file after sharing.
Learn more here.
FAKE Ransomware? Really?!
Unfortunately, yes. There are legitimate AND fake ransomware attacks.
Good news is, the end-user needs to take the same precautions to mitigate risks of real or fake ransomware attacks; remaining educated on cyber security is an asset.
Better news, we offer solutions to layer on to protect your environment, as well as Security Awareness Training to educate your end users.
What is ransomware? Ransomware is a form of malware that encrypts files. The attacker then demands a ransom from the victim to restore their access to the data. This is especially dangerous because access to data on computer networks, mobile devices, and servers will all be locked until the victim pays the demanded ransom. For a business like yours, this can make or break you.
Attackers are aware that any sign of ransomware causes panic. Especially when using common attack methods – extortion, blackmail, threats, etc. – that are designed to generate fear in the reader. Attackers rely on this fear and panic to motivate the victim to give into demands regardless of how much money they are seeking.
These attacks have been so successful, the bad guys have realized they can simply create fake ransomware.
Fake ransomware is simply a message stating false information that is sent to an end-user, demanding ransom.
These are often delivered in the form of emails spoofing a known address or pop ups that take focus on your computer and are difficult to close out.
These messages may tell a user their data has been stolen and encrypted and they must ‘click here’ to unlock data, enter credentials to check their account, review what files have been encrypted, etc. Essentially, the attacker does not presently have access to your environment but counts on your panic causing you to click a link which then does provide them access.
These messages may also exploit or blackmail, telling the victim they have videos, pictures, or screen shots of them that do not exist. They will then ask for a payout to delete this sensitive data and keep quiet.
However, none of this is true. These are simply messages used to induce fear and hope the victim pays.
Your organization needs a strong cyber security solution stack, regular end-user education and testing, as well as a plan in the event of an attack. This protocol must prevail even in fear and panic.
Having an IT partner that values and focuses on cyber security in every area of business is crucial.