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Cybersecurity

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Cybersecurity

September 14, 2011

Health care providers have worked diligently to mitigate breaches in patient health information as they have increased the use of health records. As technology’s role in the delivery of health care grows, the cybersecurity risks are increasing, and organizations find themselves mitigating a variety of new and ever-changing cyberattacks to a wide range of clinical and operational technology systems.

CHA encourages all health care providers to work with their information system management team to identify the necessary resources to develop a strong cybersecurity defense.

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A Troubling Gap: Why Cyber Security Matters to Public Health Emergency Response
Video from the 2018 NACCHO Preparedness Summit

July 31, 2018

View the interactive session discussion on why cyber attacks are a public health concern. 

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Cybersecurity Information and Resources

March 3, 2016

The National Health Information Sharing and Analysis Center (NH-ISAC) Website

Health Care Industry Cybersecurity Task Force

The FDA and Cybersecurity

Homeland Security Cybersecurity Webpage

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA)

Homeland Security Critical Infrastructure Cyber Community Voluntary Program

Homeland Security Cyber Resilience Review Assessments

DHS Enhanced Cybersecurity Services

Information Sharing and Analysis Organizations (ISAOs)

Guidebooks/Tools

Quick Reference Tool for Hospital Cybersecurity Planning

Healthcare Cybersecurity at a Glance

Health Industry Cybersecurity Practices: Managing Threats and Protecting Patients

CDC Healthcare Organization and Hospital Discussion Guide for Cybersecurity

HIPAA Security Rule Crosswalk to NIST Cybersecurity Framework

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Providers Reminded That Cyber Scams Often Follow Natural Disasters

September 6, 2017

In the wake of several natural disasters, providers are reminded to stay vigilant for cyber scams. The attached tips from the National Health Information Sharing and Analysis Center outline several common scams attempted in times of crisis, including spoofs of relief organizations, sham flood mitigation or debris removal organizations, and flood insurance robocall scams. Those who wish to donate to relief funds should:

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CISRP Template for Healthcare Cybersecurity Incident Action Plan
May 18, 2017

May 18, 2017

Healthcare and Public Health Sector Critical Infrastructure Security and Resilience Partnership has released a Template For Healthcare Cybersecurity Incident Action Plan to assist hospital CEO’s in creating a documented plan for recovery from a cybersecurity incident.

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Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center

April 22, 2016

The Federal Bureau of Investigation Internet Crime Complaint Center, also known as IC3, accepts online Internet crime complaints. Complaints may come from the victim or interested third party. When filing a complaint be accurate and thorough. Be sure to include your name, address, and phone number as well as the perpetrator’s, if known. Include specific details on how, when, and why as well as any other pertinent information. To file a claim or for more information click here.

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AHA Cybersecurity Resources

May 11, 2015

Cybersecurity vulnerabilities and intrusions pose risks for every hospital and its reputation.  While there are significant benefits for care delivery and organizational efficiency from the expanded use of networked technology, Internet-enabled medical devices and electronic databases for clinical, financial and administrative operations, networked technology and greater connectivity also increase exposure to possible cybersecurity threats that require hospitals to evaluate and manage  new risks. Hospitals can prepare and manage such risks by viewing cybersecurity not as a novel issue but rather by making it part of the hospital’s existing governance, risk management and business continuity framework.  Hospitals also will want to ensure that the approach they adopted remains flexible and resilient to address threats that are likely to be constantly evolving and multi-pronged.

Visit the AHA Cybersecurity Resources Webpage and AHA Cybersecurity Advocacy Webpage - note must be an AHA member to access these tools
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Cybersecurity News

April 29, 2016

Study Reveals Increase in Ransomware Attacks and 3X Hike in Ransom Demands HIPPA Journal July 18, 2019

How Evolving Healthcare Cybersecurity Threats Affect Providers HealthITSecurity.com

To master cybersecurity, design systems around employee workflows Healthcare IT News November 13, 2017

NY hospital spent nearly $10M recovering from massive cyber-attack July 26, 2017

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Through the Looking Glass: Cybersecurity is shared global responsibility, be proactive
HealthcareITNews.com May 7, 2018

May 9, 2018

Even with fortified defenses, attackers only need an opening while the defender must be constantly on-guard; just one mistake opens the point of entry. Read the full article here.

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Cybersecurity in the Golden State
How California Businesses Can Protect Against and Respond to Malware, Data Breaches and Other Cyberincidents

March 19, 2014

California is at the center of the digital revolution that is changing the world. Because of work done by companies right here in our home state, we are more connected – and empowered – than ever before. But we are also increasingly vulnerable. Unfortunately, cyber-crime, data breaches, theft of proprietary information, hacking and malware incidents are now routine.

Every business in California should follow the steps summarized in the attached guide “Cybersecurity in the Golden State” in order to reduce the chance they will be a victim of cybercrime. These measures, however, cannot guarantee that businesses will avoid cyber-security incidents, and the Guide therefore contains recommendations for how to prepare an effective cybersecurity incident response plan.

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New Guidance for Healthcare Organizations to Assess Cybersecurity Preparedness
Rise in Cyber Threats Targeted at the Healthcare Industry Leads to Increased Industry Awareness

April 17, 2013

Health Information Trust Alliance (HITRUST)

In response to heightened awareness and concerns about cyber threats, attacks and incidents, new guidance for healthcare organizations wanting to assess the state of their cybersecurity preparedness has been released.

The guidance identifies an appropriate subset of controls within the HITRUST Common Security Framework (CSF) that are most directly related to detecting and thwarting cyber-related breaches and allows organizations to assess against the cyber-specific controls and receive a snapshot of their cyber capabilities and readiness.

Read the full article

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Cyber Resilience Review
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

May 4, 2012

The DHS National Cyber Security Division conducts no-cost, voluntary Cyber Resilience Reviews to evaluate and enhance cyber security capacities and
capabilities within all 18 Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources (CIKR) Sectors.

The CRR seeks to understand cyber security management of services (and associated assets) critical for an organization’s mission success by focusing on protection and sustainment practices within ten key domains that contribute to the overall cyber resilience of an organization.

What to Expect

  1. The CRR is a one-day, on-site facilitation and interview of key cyber security personnel.
  2. The participants will receive a draft report within 45 calendar days to review and provide feedback report results. DHS will subsequently issue a final CRR Report.
  3. CRR results are afforded protections under the DHS Protected Critical Infrastructure Information— the results are for organization use and DHS does not share results.
  • Download the CRR Program Fact Sheet
  • Download the CRR FAQ document
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California Cybersecurity Integration Center
Executive Order B-34-15

September 14, 2017

Governor Brown signed Executive Order B-34-15, establishing the California Cybersecurity Integration Center to be established and led by California’s Office of Emergency Services. The Center’s primary mission will be to reduce the likelihood and severity of cyber incidents that could damage California.

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InfraGard: a Collaboration for Infrastructure Protection

August 6, 2010

InfraGard is a partnership between the private sector and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.  This association of businesses, academic institutions, state and local law enforcement agencies is dedicated to sharing information and intelligence to prevent hostile acts against the United States. InfraGard Chapters are geographically linked with FBI Field Office territories. 

There is no cost to join InfraGard and members receive these benefits:

  • FBI certified and accredited system
  • Access to sensitive but unclassified information
  • Valuable networking opportunities
  • Secure communication
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  • Visit the InfraGard website

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