How is FedRAMP® Changing: Sponsorless Certification and the end of FedRAMP Ready

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Key Takeaways: For more than a decade, pursuing a FedRAMP authorization in the U.S. federal cloud marketplace meant clearing one major hurdle first: securing an agency sponsor. That sponsor would essentially vouch for the cloud service provider through the authorization process.  Under the legacy model, agency sponsorship was required. It shaped the timeline of security assessments and forced many … Read more

AIUC-1: A New Compliance Framework for AI Agent Risk

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Key Takeaways:  If you’ve been in cybersecurity long enough, you learn to spot the difference between a framework that describes technology in theory and one that reflects how risk actually shows up in a business environment.  That distinction matters with AIUC-1, because it is not a general AI security framework, and it doesn’t try to be.  AIUC-1 covers risks around security, safety, reliability, accountability, and society that … Read more

Top 5 Ways HITRUST® Certification Delivers Measurable Business Value

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For organizations in regulated industries, HITRUST certification has evolved from a “nice to have” to a “must-have” strategic growth asset. Recent research from Enterprise Strategy Group (ESG) found that companies that leverage the HITRUST framework and achieve certification saw a 464% ROI, driven by increased revenue, lower risk, and streamlined operations. If your team is … Read more

New HIPAA Rule Mandate: Strengthening Cybersecurity For EPHI

The latest proposed updates to HIPAA’s Security Rule seek to strengthen technical safeguards, promote risk management, and enhance accountability for covered entities (health plans, health care clearinghouses, and most health care providers) and their business associates. These changes will benefit smaller healthcare organizations by creating a more equitable environment with improved protection standards for electronic … Read more

A Guide to HITRUST’s New AI Risk Management Assessment

HITRUST’s new AI Risk Management (AI RM) Assessment offers a structured framework for managing AI risks, aligning seamlessly with NIST and ISO/IEC standards. This initiative helps organizations demonstrate effective AI governance and risk management while leveraging the MyCSF platform for streamlined assessment and reporting. As technology continues to play a pivotal role in modern operations, … Read more

The Strategic Advantages of HITRUST’s e1 and i1 Combined Assessment for SMBs

Preparing for HITRUST e1 and i1 assessments requires thorough planning, including conducting a gap analysis, implementing robust controls, and engaging HITRUST experts. HITRUST’s new enhancement now allows the integration of additional regulatory factors, producing valuable insights reports to showcase compliance levels against a specific factor to stakeholders.   Small to midsize businesses (SMBs) are under … Read more

HIPAA Compliance Tips for Small to Mid-sized Business Healthcare Providers

Safeguarding patient information is not just a legal requirement but also a critical aspect of building trust and ensuring the integrity of healthcare services. For small to mid-sized healthcare providers, compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is essential to protect sensitive Protected Health Information (PHI) and uphold patient confidentiality. HIPAA compliance … Read more

HITRUST Certification Requirements: What You Need to Know 

The healthcare industry must protect patients’ data from threats like data breaches. HITRUST’s Common Security Framework (CSF) helps healthcare organizations enhance security, privacy, and risk management. The framework guides compliance processes and risk management, and HITRUST certification demonstrates robust security measures.     In this blog, we’ll explore HITRUST certification requirements, the steps involved in obtaining … Read more

The Role of ANSI/AAMI SW96 on the Medical Device Security

The healthcare industry has significantly transformed by introducing highly interconnected and advanced medical devices. While these technological developments hold great potential for improving patient care, they also bring new challenges related to safety, security, and privacy for healthcare providers and patients. The ANSI/AAMI SW96 standard was developed to navigate the complex medical device cybersecurity landscape … Read more