In some cases, I/DD providers may inadvertently empower the residents they serve to trigger a data breach.
How so? Consider your network security. If residents are on the same network the organization uses for business operations – and for storing private information – it’s possible that a visit to an unsecure website could give bad actors a route into your secure system.
Do you have guest networks for residents to use? Have you checked with IT to see if your networks are properly segregated? If not, don’t delay!
To learn more about what you need to know about HIPAA-compliant security risk assessment, register for this upcoming winter training series geared specifically for the I/DD sector.