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10 PCI Security Standards Myths
PCI

Having a proactive mindset about PCI compliance will save you a lot of money, and perhaps even your business, in the long run.

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10 Crucial HIPAA Reads
HIPAA

Because of its complexity and technicality, there’s never a shortage of questions about HIPAA.

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Remote Access Attacks: How to Protect Against Malware
PCI

Protect against remote access attacks by employing the following PCI DSS requirements.

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PCI Consultants Say: Reduce PCI DSS Scope
PCI

If you don’t have a compelling business need to store PAN, don’t store it!

HIPAA Buyers Guide: What You Should Know.
A Buyer's Guide to HIPAA Compliance
HIPAA Audit

What questions do you need to ask to find a reputable HIPAA compliance firm.

Finding Time for HIPAA
How to Find Time for HIPAA Compliance
HIPAA

Work on these small HIPAA compliance steps for at least 10 minutes per day for an entire month.

PCI 3.1: SSL/TLS No Longer Secure
PCI 3.1: Stop Using SSL and Outdated TLS Immediately
PCI Trends

PCI version 3.1 was primarily released to address the insecurity of SSL and some TLS encryption protocols.

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PCI Audit Glossary "Alphabet Soup:" De-Jumbling the Jargon
PCI Audit

We define important PCI DSS acronyms and terms in this PCI audit glossary.

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HIPAA Security vs. EHR Security
HIPAA

Privacy and security are much more than simply having a HIPAA compliant EHR.

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Sensitive Data Discovery Alert: 61% Don't Protect Customer Cards
Data Discovery

Payment card data can easily leak due to poor processes or misconfigured software.

HIPAA Security Is Like Running A Marathon.
Win Your Healthcare Security Marathon in 7 Steps
HIPAA

Getting HIPAA compliant is kind of like training to run a marathon.

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What To Do When You Get Hacked, Step-By-Step
Forensics

Here’s what to do when you get hacked, step-by-step.

How to Leverage HIPAA for Meaningful Use.
Workload Overlap Between HIPAA and Meaningful Use
HIPAA

All stages of Meaningful Use include some element of a risk analysis and data security.

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SecurityMetrics Customer Reviews
SMB

Here’s what our customers have to say about working with us.

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Malware Types: Memory Scrapers, Keyloggers, and Sniffers
Data Security

All types of malware cause all sorts of trouble for organizations

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Should You FREAK Out About The Newest SSL/TLS Exploit?
Data Security

If you have any questions, please contact SecurityMetrics support, 801.705.5700.

'How's Your HIPAA Security' with a blue silhouette head.
Common HIPAA Violations: HIPAA Quiz/HIPAA Test | HIPAA Violation
HIPAA

For a more comprehensive look into your practice’s HIPAA compliance, I recommend discussing with your security expert.

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The Pros and Cons of Onsite HIPAA Audits
HIPAA Audit

Contracting with an external professional to perform an onsite HIPAA audit might be a good option for you.

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7 IT Security Internal Communications Best Practices
Data Security

How poor communication could be hurting your security and what you can do about it.

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Does HIPAA Apply to Me? 7 HIPAA Myths and Misunderstandings
HIPAA

Don’t fall prey to these common HIPAA misunderstandings.

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Free SecurityMetrics PCI Compliance Demo
PCI

Learn about changes to our customer PCI validation portal to accommodate for PCI version 3.0

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What Are HIPAA Compliant System Logs?
HIPAA

System logs are part of HIPAA compliance and specifically mentioned in two different requirements.

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5 P2PE Trends in 2015
P2PE

If you truly lived by everything PCI DSS requires, implementing a P2PE solution would very possibly cost you less money, no matter your size.

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Providers Should Work Toward Increased Data Security in 2015
HIPAA Audit

The first step in preparing for a HIPAA audit is to create a detailed compliance plan.