Cybersecurity and Data Security FAQs

What are the key cybersecurity requirements under HIB?

Healthcare providers must implement:

  • Regular updates for systems and software.
  • Anti-malware and access control measures.
  • Offline backups for critical data.
  • Secure configurations for hardware and software.

What are the key data security requirements under HIB?

  • Classification of health information into Sensitive Normal and Sensitive High categories.
  • Secure storage and controlled access to health information.
  • Periodic testing of backups and regular reviews of security policies, logs, and practices.
  • Incident response plans with a two-hour reporting window for data breaches or cybersecurity incidents.

What does data classification mean in HIB?

Data classification involves categorising health information based on sensitivity levels (Sensitive Normal or Sensitive High) and applying appropriate security safeguards to each category.