By Ramyar Daneshgar Security Engineer | USC Viterbi School of Engineering Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Executive Summary While HIPAA has long served as the bedrock of privacy compliance for healthcare providers, dental practices in 2025 face mounting legal exposure under a
By Ramyar Daneshgar Security Engineer | USC Viterbi School of Engineering Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. 1. Executive Summary The HIPAA Security Rule (45 C.F.R. §§ 164.302–318) requires all Covered Entities - including dental practices - to conduct formal,
By Ramyar Daneshgar Security Engineer | USC Viterbi School of Engineering Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. 1. Executive Summary The HIPAA Security Rule (45 C.F.R. §§ 164.302–318) imposes binding obligations on dental practices that qualify as Covered Entities to
By Ramyar Daneshgar Security Engineer | USC Viterbi School of Engineering Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. 1. Executive Summary In regulatory investigations and privacy-related litigation, Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) are often subpoenaed and reviewed to determine whether an organization discharged its duty
By Ramyar Daneshgar Security Engineer | USC Viterbi School of Engineering Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Third-party vendors account for a significant share of cybersecurity incidents, regulatory enforcement actions, and breach-related litigation. As cybersecurity statutes increasingly impose direct and vicarious liability for
By Ramyar Daneshgar Security Engineer | USC Viterbi School of Engineering Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Executive Summary Cyber insurance has become a foundational component of modern risk management strategies for healthcare organizations operating in an increasingly hostile threat environment. Yet many
By Ramyar Daneshgar Security Engineer | USC Viterbi School of Engineering Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Introduction Internal messaging platforms such as Slack and Microsoft Teams have enabled organizational communication. However, this convenience comes with substantial legal exposure. Informal messages are increasingly
By Ramyar Daneshgar Security Engineer | USC Viterbi School of Engineering Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Introduction Cross-border data transfers are foundational to modern business operations but present significant legal and regulatory challenges under data protection laws. As personal data moves across
By Ramyar Daneshgar Security Engineer | USC Viterbi School of Engineering Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Executive Summary This report analyzes the MOVEit Transfer breach, including its technical origin, legal consequences, and contractual failures. It offers concrete guidance for cybersecurity, legal, and
By Ramyar Daneshgar Security Engineer | USC Viterbi School of Engineering Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Introduction Software license agreements (SLAs) have historically centered on usage rights, indemnification for intellectual property infringement, and payment obligations. However, in an environment where cloud-native services,
By Ramyar Daneshgar Security Engineer | USC Viterbi School of Engineering Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. As organizations increasingly integrate generative artificial intelligence (AI) into enterprise systems, a new class of cybersecurity risk has emerged - model exploitation and unauthorized use. Whether
By Ramyar Daneshgar Security Engineer | USC Viterbi School of Engineering Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. 1. Introduction The Data Processing Agreement (DPA) has become a fundamental legal document in technology transactions. It defines the relationship between data controllers and data processors,