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Common causes of breaches of Protected Health Information (PHI) and Personally Identifiable Information (PII) include cyberattacks such as phishing, malware, and ransomware, which exploit vulnerabilities in systems. Insider threats, whether intentional or accidental, can also lead to unauthorized access or disclosure of sensitive information. Additionally, physical theft of devices containing sensitive data, as well as inadequate security measures and poor data management practices, contribute to these breaches.
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Is an incidental use or disclosure is not a violation of the HIPAA Privacy Rule if the covered entity?
All of the above. Breaches are commonly associated with human error at the hands of a workforce member. Improper disposal of electronic media devices containing PHI or PII is also a common cause of breaches. Theft and intentional unauthorized access to PHI and PII are also among the most common causes of privacy and security breaches. Another common cause of a breach includes lost or stolen electronic media devices containing PHI and PII such as laptop computers, smartphones and USB storage drives. Lost or stolen paper records containing PHI or PII also are a common cause of breaches.
An incidental use or disclosure is not a violation of the HIPAA Privacy Rule is the covered entity has?
All of the above. Breaches are commonly associated with human error at the hands of a workforce member. Improper disposal of electronic media devices containing PHI or PII is also a common cause of breaches. Theft and intentional unauthorized access to PHI and PII are also among the most common causes of privacy and security breaches. Another common cause of a breach includes lost or stolen electronic media devices containing PHI and PII such as laptop computers, smartphones and USB storage drives. Lost or stolen paper records containing PHI or PII also are a common cause of breaches.
An incidental use or disclosure is not a violation of the hipaa privacy rule i the covered entity has?
All of the above. Breaches are commonly associated with human error at the hands of a workforce member. Improper disposal of electronic media devices containing PHI or PII is also a common cause of breaches. Theft and intentional unauthorized access to PHI and PII are also among the most common causes of privacy and security breaches. Another common cause of a breach includes lost or stolen electronic media devices containing PHI and PII such as laptop computers, smartphones and USB storage drives. Lost or stolen paper records containing PHI or PII also are a common cause of breaches.
An incidental use or disclosure of the HIPPA privacy rule is not a violation if the covered entity has?
all the above
What are common breaches of PII?
Common breaches of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) include data breaches from hacking, where unauthorized individuals gain access to databases containing personal information. Phishing attacks often trick individuals into providing their PII by masquerading as legitimate entities. Additionally, lost or stolen devices, such as laptops or smartphones, can lead to unintended exposure of PII if proper security measures are not in place. Finally, inadvertent disclosures through social engineering or mishandling of documents can also compromise PII.
Where should PHI and PII be stored?
then eat the poo
PII and PHI may be stored on mobile devices?
NO
Can PII and PHI be stored on mobile devices?
PII and PHI can be stored on mobile devices but it is difficult and time consuming to do. It requires protection to do so since it is very hard to do and understand.
PII PHI and financial information is classified as what type of information?
Classified
What special handling are required to protect privacy data and or sensitive data?
Labeling PII and/or PHI as "Controlled Unclassified Information" AND Transporting PII/PHI physically between approved locations with prior authorizations AND Storing PII/PHI after formal approval for transfer to a storage site are all required for special handling of privacy and sensitive data.
Does A database breach always involves PII?
A database breach does not always involve Personally Identifiable Information (PII). While many breaches do compromise PII, such as names, addresses, and Social Security numbers, breaches can also involve other types of sensitive data, including financial information, intellectual property, or corporate secrets. The nature of the breach depends on the type of data the database stores. Thus, not all breaches necessarily include PII.
Best practice to ensure protection of personally identifiable information PII and or protected health information PHI?
One of the best practices to ensure protection of PII or PHI is by using a locked cabinet, desk or safe.
