200-201 Security Concepts Practice Question
A healthcare organization must comply with HIPAA. Which THREE security measures are typically required under HIPAA? (Choose three.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Encryption of electronic protected health information (ePHI)
HIPAA requires encryption of ePHI, access controls, and audit controls to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected health information.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Regular vulnerability scanning of all internet-facing systems
Why it's wrong here
While good practice, HIPAA does not explicitly require regular vulnerability scanning.
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Encryption of electronic protected health information (ePHI)
Why this is correct
Encryption is an addressable implementation specification to protect ePHI.
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Annual penetration testing by an external firm
Why it's wrong here
Penetration testing is not explicitly mandated by HIPAA.
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Implementation of access controls to limit who can view ePHI
Why this is correct
Access controls are required to ensure only authorized personnel access ePHI.
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Audit controls to record and examine access to ePHI
Why this is correct
Audit controls are required to track who accesses ePHI.
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