To keep up with security issues raised by the transition to a much larger remote workforce and expanded telehealth services during the COVID-19 crisis, healthcare entities should "streamline" their approach to risk management, says Dustin Hutchison of the security consultancy Pondurance.

As manufacturers - including companies such as automakers that do not typically produce healthcare devices - race to help fill medical equipment shortages during the COVID-19 crisis, steps must be taken to ensure adequate security testing, says Fairuz Rafique of cybersecurity services firm EmberSec.

The latest edition of the ISMG Security Report analyzes the many challenges involved in developing and implementing contact-tracing apps to help in the battle against COVID-19. Also featured: A discussion of emerging privacy issues and a report on why account takeover fraud losses are growing.

With more employees working remotely and a much heavier demand for telehealth services, entities need to consider extra, accelerated steps in keeping data and systems secure, says Martin Littmann, Kelsey-Seybold Clinic CISO, and Stephen Moore, a former security leader at Anthem.

The latest edition of the ISMG Security Report analyzes the rising costs of ransomware attacks and the latest victims. Also featured: An assessment of Australia's new contact-tracing app designed to help battle the spread of COVID-19, and a discussion of applying the "zero trust" model to the remote workforce.

Because it's inevitable that some attackers will get around defenses, Kettering Health Network added an extra layer of endpoint security to help mitigate the risks posed by ransomware and other cyberthreats, says Michael Berry, director of information security. He describes what's unusual about the approach.

The shift to working at home during the COVID-19 pandemic is yet another reason to embrace the "zero trust" strategy, says Dave Lewis of Duo Security, who provides guidance.

Vistra Energy, a Texas-based power generation firm, recently underwent a network transformation project. CISO Paul Reyes, joined by Zscaler's Dan Shelton, opens up on how to make the move to cloud-based models and what it can do to support your business.

The latest edition of the ISMG Security Report analyzes the privacy issues raised by COVID-19 contact-tracing apps. Also featured: An update on efforts to fight fraud tied to economic stimulus payments; John Kindervag on the origins of "zero trust."

Modern enterprises are large and complex - and so are their IT environments. How does this complexity translate to securing access in hybrid environments? Frederico Hakamine of Okta breaks down the challenge and discusses solutions.