Definition
HITRUST is a certifiable security and privacy framework that harmonizes multiple regulations and standards including HIPAA, NIST, ISO 27001, and PCI DSS into a single comprehensive framework with a unified assessment methodology.
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HIPAA
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) is a US federal law that establishes national standards for protecting sensitive patient health information from being disclosed without the patient's consent or knowledge.
ISO 27001
ISO 27001 is an international standard for information security management systems (ISMS) that provides a systematic approach to managing sensitive company information through risk management processes and security controls.
NIST Cybersecurity Framework
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework is a voluntary set of guidelines and best practices developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology to help organizations manage and reduce cybersecurity risk through five core functions: Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover.
Compliance
Compliance in cybersecurity refers to the process of meeting established security standards, regulations, and legal requirements. Organizations must adhere to frameworks such as SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR, and industry-specific regulations to protect data and avoid penalties.
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