인사이트 글로벌, COVID-19 접촉추적 데이터 보안 부재로 2.7백만달러 지급 예정

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According to a recent article, Insight Global, a staffing and recruiting agency, has agreed to pay a hefty fine of $2.7 million for failing to provide adequate security measures to protect COVID-19 contact tracing data. The company was found to have violated the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) by failing to properly safeguard sensitive personal information.

The data breach occurred when an unauthorized individual gained access to the company’s system, exposing the personal information of individuals who had tested positive for COVID-19. This breach compromised the privacy and confidentiality of the affected individuals and raised serious concerns about the security of contact tracing data.

Insight Global has agreed to pay the $2.7 million fine as part of a settlement with the Department of Health and Human Services. In addition to the financial penalty, the company has also agreed to implement comprehensive security measures to prevent future data breaches and protect the privacy of individuals’ sensitive information.

The case serves as a reminder of the importance of robust data security measures, especially when handling sensitive health information. Companies must take all necessary steps to safeguard personal data and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect the privacy and confidentiality of individuals’ sensitive information.