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The 2025 HIPAA Security Checklist: 12 Controls Every Medical Practice Must Have in Place
HIPAA enforcement has shifted. The Office for Civil Rights is no longer waiting for breach reports—they're conducting proactive audits and issuing fines for security gaps that existed before any incident occurred. For medical practices operating with outdated IT infrastructure or incomplete security controls, the compliance deadline isn't theoretical. It's now. This HIPAA security checklist covers the 12 technical and administrative safeguards your practice needs to demonstra

Digital Harbor IT Solutions
Jan 144 min read


The End of an Era: Windows 10 Support Officially Ends
Windows 10 support ends October 14, 2025. No more security patches. No more updates. Here's what your business needs to do before the deadline hits.

Digital Harbor IT Solutions
Oct 15, 20254 min read


What Happens When Your Client Data Leaks: How Exposure of SSNs, Customer Records & Private Info Ruins Trust
Data breaches trigger a cascade: containment costs, mandatory notification, regulatory investigation, and lasting reputation damage. Prevention costs less than response.

Digital Harbor IT Solutions
Oct 6, 20252 min read


When the CEO’s Email Is Faked: How Business Email Compromise (BEC) Attacks Work — and How to Stop Them
Imagine getting an email one morning that appears to be from your CEO, saying “Hey, I need you to pay this vendor immediately — I put it through already.” The wire goes out. Later, you find out the CEO never sent it — your accounting team was tricked by a business email compromise (BEC) scam. This kind of attack is among the most dangerous because it leverages trust, urgency, and social engineering — not technical wizardry. Even the savviest business owner can fall for it if

Digital Harbor IT Solutions
Sep 22, 20252 min read


Ransomware: Why Backups Alone May Not Save You (and What You Need Instead)
Ransomware is no longer “some hacker in Russia messing around” — it’s a massive industry. Criminals know many small businesses lack strong defenses, so they target you. They encrypt your data, demand ransom, and give you a deadline — often with penalty escalations. You might think “I have backups, so I’m safe.” But that’s not always enough. Weak backups, overlooked dependencies, or delayed recovery can leave you out of business anyway. What Is Ransomware & How It Spreads Mali

Digital Harbor IT Solutions
Sep 22, 20252 min read


Why Choose Proactive IT Security for Your Business
In today's digital world, businesses face a constant threat from cyber attacks. Every day, hackers are finding new ways to breach security systems and steal sensitive information. This reality makes it crucial for businesses to adopt a proactive approach to IT security. Proactive IT security means taking steps to prevent security breaches before they happen. It is not just about having a strong firewall or antivirus software. It involves a comprehensive strategy that includes

Digital Harbor IT Solutions
Sep 22, 20254 min read
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