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Date Published
Author
Tiago Mendo
Word count
831
Language
English
Hacker News points
None

Summary

The healthcare industry is rapidly growing, driven by software automation, but achieving HIPAA compliance is a daunting task due to the intricate regulations covering data transmission and access. Meeting HIPAA standards requires a strategic approach, including applying fixed rules such as encryption, access controls, audit controls, and vulnerability testing. Showing due diligence in vulnerability management is crucial, involving regular testing beyond surface-level checks to ensure all vulnerabilities are identified, tracked, and managed effectively. Snyk API & Web is a comprehensive tool for HIPAA-compliant application development, scanning for over 3000 vulnerabilities, including critical ones like SQL Injections and Cross-site Scripting (XSS), and offering automated, continuous security scanning capabilities to address potential vulnerabilities early.