HIPAA Digest | Catapult Business Innovations – October 18, 2025

ITRC: 23 Million Individuals Affected by Data Breaches in Q3, 2025

The HIPAA Journal reports that 23 million individuals were affected by data breaches in Q3 2025, underscoring the growing breach risk that can affect customer trust and regulatory costs for businesses handling PHI.

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Eastern Radiologists Agrees to $3.35 Million Data Breach Settlement

The HIPAA Journal reports that Eastern Radiologists agreed to a $3.35 million settlement over a data breach, illustrating regulatory penalties that can hit healthcare providers and their business associates, reinforcing the need for robust breach prevention and incident response.

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Cybersecurity Firm Reports 36% YOY Increase in Ransomware Attacks

A cybersecurity firm reports a 36% year-over-year increase in ransomware attacks, signaling higher risk to PHI and business operations, making it critical to improve backup, detection, and response planning for marketing and operations teams.

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