In this short clip, Xantrion CTO, Christian Kelly, explains how companies that have successfully migrated to the cloud can feel confident in the security protecting the data and systems their remote team members are using. He’ll also share how cloud-based systems better position companies for future challenges. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you’d like to learn more about how we are…

In this short clip, Xantrion CTO, Christian Kelly, explains how companies can obtain a strong security model when the basics are taken care of first. He’ll also share Xantrion’s approach to understanding each client’s unique security situation – identifying risks and prioritizing risk mitigation tactics. And if you’d like to dive into your company’s specific security posture, contact Xantrion, we’re here…

According to the HIPAA Security Rule, technical safeguards are “the technology and the policy and procedures for its use that protect electronic protected health information and control access to it.” Essentially, a covered entity must implement security measures that allow it to reasonably and appropriately maintain the necessary standards for protection. Moreover, a covered entity must determine which security measures and…

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has proactively updated those who fall under HIPAA coverage (aka, “covered entities”). Here’s what the HHS has to say about the increase in telehealth options:  “A covered health care provider that wants to use audio or video communication technology to provide telehealth to patients during the COVID-19 nationwide public health emergency can…

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets the standard for sensitive patient data protection. Companies that deal with protected health information (PHI) must have physical, network, and process security measures in place and follow them to ensure HIPAA Compliance. Covered entities (anyone providing treatment, payment, and operations in healthcare) and business associates (anyone who has access to patient…

Loss or theft of sensitive data can lead to legal, compliance and business consequences. Be sure to take proper precautions to securely store that data.  Most organizations generate data that, if lost, could be detrimental to business operations, reputation, financial security or competitive position. This is generally considered sensitive data, and its mishandling can lead to business or legal repercussions. …

Risk management, the process of developing a strategy for addressing risk throughout its lifecycle, normally involves four phases: risk identification, assessment, response, and monitoring and reporting. Risk management plays a critical role in helping organizations with their security posture enhancement. Taking insider incidents as an example, they are not only costly to organizations but also time-consuming to be contained. Given…

As a strategic partner for some of the world’s most sophisticated global institutional investors—such as central banks, sovereign wealth funds, pension funds, and foundations—Bridgewater Associates has long been a leader in the world of alternative asset management. The firm has achieved success through a tireless drive to understand macroeconomic trends in global economies and markets. Bridgewater uses this research to…

Multifactor authentication (MFA) is one of the best, yet often misunderstood tools that companies can use to fend off cybercriminals trying to compromise business accounts. It blocks 99.9% of account compromise attacks. It also helps thwart automated bot, phishing, and targeted attacks.  To jumpstart your learning curve, here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about MFA.  What is MFA? MFA is…