Cyber Umbrella, a division of Love Vision Inc, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is thrilled to announce its successful participation in the recent PEAK Event hosted by the Pennsylvania Academy of General Dentistry (PAGD). This event provided an excellent platform for Cyber Umbrella to advance its mission of protecting consumer data by offering American dental offices up-to-date education and testing on emerging cyber threats, particularly ransomware attacks.

During the event, Cyber Umbrella awarded Pen Testing Grants to 20 dentists, offering comprehensive third-party penetration tests and risk assessment reports to help identify vulnerabilities in their current IT systems. This initiative underscores Cyber Umbrella’s commitment to safeguarding dental practices from cyber threats, ensuring they can operate securely and efficiently.

“Our goal is to reveal hidden vulnerabilities within IT systems and ensure that dental offices, which manage thousands of consumer records, do not operate under a false sense of security. We encourage every dentist to take advantage of our grant while funds are still available. The FBI recently warned the ADA in May about specific hacks targeting dental practices and projected a 300% increase in small business attacks this year,” said Michael Benson, founder of Cyber Umbrella. “Cyberattacks are on the rise, and even the most vigilant IT departments can miss potential threats. By offering these third-party penetration tests, we aim to provide dental practices with the knowledge of their vulnerabilities and the peace of mind that their systems are secure.”

When asked why Cyber Umbrella focuses on offering grants to dental practices, Mr. Benson responded, “Healthcare is a top target for cyberattacks, and dental practices have become a primary focus within the healthcare industry.”

The collaboration between Cyber Umbrella and PAGD highlights the importance of integrating cybersecurity into all aspects of professional practice. PAGD, a constituent of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), is dedicated to enhancing the value and excellence of general dentistry through education and collaboration. Partnering with Cyber Umbrella allowed PAGD to extend this mission into the critical area of cybersecurity.

Prior to the event, the PAGD announced a webinar that members could attend to get updated on new types of cyberattacks to look out for and to announce the offering of the grant to their members. “Our grant will be approved immediately for PAGD members as long as there are still funds available. However, the offer is not limited to PAGD members. We are now receiving requests from around the country for our pen testing grant. The warning in May to the ADA has set off great concern nationwide. The grant saves a practice thousands of dollars that cybersecurity firms charge to have their firm tested. Our goal as an organization is to protect the thousands of personal records that each practice is trusted to keep secure,” Michael Benson remarked. In today’s environment, many cyber insurance companies are requiring a third-party test to be done annually as part of a requirement to approve a future claim. It could also mean the difference between potential minimum or maximum HIPAA fines assessed if a breach occurs.

Cyber Umbrella encourages all dental practice owners to apply for the Pen Testing Grant before the funds are exhausted. This initiative aims to ensure the safety and security of dental practices, their patients, and the broader community. To apply for the grant, visit Cyber Umbrella Pen Testing Grant.

About Cyber Umbrella:

Cyber Umbrella, a division of Love Vision Inc, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing American businesses with penetration tests to uncover vulnerabilities and ensure robust cybersecurity measures. Their mission is to protect personal data from the growing threat of cyberattacks, ensuring the safety of vendors, employees, and customers alike.

About PAGD:

PAGD is a constituent of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). The core purpose of AGD is to advance the value and excellence of general dentistry through a commitment to the education of general dentists and their patients. AGD’s goal is to be the premier, worldwide organization of choice for all members of the general-dentistry community, working together to ensure optimal oral health.

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Michael Benson
Cyber Umbrella
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