Northeast Radiology has agreed to a $350,000 settlement to resolve potential HIPAA violations stemming from a hacking incident that compromised the data of nearly 300,000 patients. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office for Civil Rights found that the practice failed to perform an adequate risk analysis to protect electronic protected health information. The settlement mandates a corrective action plan, which will be monitored for two years, and requires the practice to conduct a comprehensive HIPAA security risk analysis.

Northeast Radiology Settles HIPAA Violations for $350,000 After Data Breach BankInfoSecurity

Sameer Sethi, Chief AI and Insights Officer at Hackensack Meridian Health, is spearheading the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into healthcare, aiming to improve quality, accessibility, and efficiency. Since formalizing his role in November, Sethi has focused on aligning AI initiatives with practical business needs and ensuring effective implementation in clinical settings. His dual approach combines leadership support with grassroots capabilities, prioritizing practical applications over technical accuracy. Current projects include personalized patient experiences and a mortality risk assessment tool to facilitate critical end-of-life care discussions among clinicians.

Revolutionizing Healthcare: AI Leader Drives Practical Solutions at Hackensack Meridian Healthcare IT News

Sentara Health is strategically investing in technology to address ongoing financial challenges in healthcare. CIO Tim Skeen noted the emphasis on aligning IT initiatives with fiscal responsibility and innovation, focusing on achievable goals amidst economic pressures. A significant component of this strategy is the creation of an enterprise data and analytics roadmap that integrates diverse data sources to enhance AI-driven decision support and simplify patient care navigation. Additionally, Sentara aims to develop a comprehensive virtual care ecosystem, including telehealth and remote monitoring, to improve access to care and support frontline workers.

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Over 14,000 Fortinet devices globally have been compromised through a new post-exploitation technique that allows attackers to maintain access even after security patches are applied. The Shadowserver Foundation indicated that exploitations of known vulnerabilities—CVE-2022-42475, CVE-2023-27997, and CVE-2024-21762—allowed for unauthorized access, with a symlink-based persistence mechanism enabling continued access to sensitive files. The majority of affected devices are located in Asia, particularly in the United States, Japan, Taiwan, and China. In light of these risks, CERT NZ has issued an advisory on the ongoing exploitation of Fortinet vulnerabilities since 2023.

Global Fortinet Breach: 14,000 Devices Compromised by New Exploit Technique Cybersecurity Dive

Northeast Radiology has agreed to a $350,000 settlement to resolve potential HIPAA violations stemming from a hacking incident that compromised the data of nearly 300,000 patients. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office for Civil Rights found that the practice failed to perform an adequate risk analysis to protect electronic protected health information. The settlement mandates a corrective action plan, which will be monitored for two years, and requires the practice to conduct a comprehensive HIPAA security risk analysis.

Northeast Radiology Settles HIPAA Violations for $350,000 After Data Breach BankInfoSecurity

Sameer Sethi, Chief AI and Insights Officer at Hackensack Meridian Health, is spearheading the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into healthcare, aiming to improve quality, accessibility, and efficiency. Since formalizing his role in November, Sethi has focused on aligning AI initiatives with practical business needs and ensuring effective implementation in clinical settings. His dual approach combines leadership support with grassroots capabilities, prioritizing practical applications over technical accuracy. Current projects include personalized patient experiences and a mortality risk assessment tool to facilitate critical end-of-life care discussions among clinicians.

Revolutionizing Healthcare: AI Leader Drives Practical Solutions at Hackensack Meridian Healthcare IT News

Sentara Health is strategically investing in technology to address ongoing financial challenges in healthcare. CIO Tim Skeen noted the emphasis on aligning IT initiatives with fiscal responsibility and innovation, focusing on achievable goals amidst economic pressures. A significant component of this strategy is the creation of an enterprise data and analytics roadmap that integrates diverse data sources to enhance AI-driven decision support and simplify patient care navigation. Additionally, Sentara aims to develop a comprehensive virtual care ecosystem, including telehealth and remote monitoring, to improve access to care and support frontline workers.

Sentara Health Strategizes Tech Investments Amid Financial Pressures Becker's Hospital Review

Over 14,000 Fortinet devices globally have been compromised through a new post-exploitation technique that allows attackers to maintain access even after security patches are applied. The Shadowserver Foundation indicated that exploitations of known vulnerabilities—CVE-2022-42475, CVE-2023-27997, and CVE-2024-21762—allowed for unauthorized access, with a symlink-based persistence mechanism enabling continued access to sensitive files. The majority of affected devices are located in Asia, particularly in the United States, Japan, Taiwan, and China. In light of these risks, CERT NZ has issued an advisory on the ongoing exploitation of Fortinet vulnerabilities since 2023.

Global Fortinet Breach: 14,000 Devices Compromised by New Exploit Technique Cybersecurity Dive