FileAudit
Protect patient data with real-time file access visibility
Detect, respond to, and prevent unauthorized access to PHI and sensitive files across your healthcare IT environment with FileAudit.
Built for IT teams managing on-premises file servers in hospitals, clinics, and labs.
Healthcare organizations face growing threats
Whether it's accidental access or malicious intent, file-level breaches in healthcare environments are rising. With HIPAA penalties and ransomware on the line, real-time file monitoring is essential.
Monitor every access. Strengthen HIPAA compliance.
FileAudit enhances data protection and audit readiness in healthcare settings by:
Monitoring access to all Windows-based files and folders in real time
Instantly alerting on suspicious file behavior, deletions, or access outside of working hours
Creating detailed reports for HIPAA, HITECH, and internal audits
Providing a clear view of who accessed, modified, or copied PHI
Tracking access to confidential files by contractors, nurses, admins, and third parties
No agent installation required. Lightweight and scalable.
How FileAudit works
A file is accessed, modified, deleted, or copied on a monitored file server
FileAudit captures the access and evaluates the context: user, action, time, source machine
Alerts are triggered in real time for abnormal activity
Predefined scripts can be configured to respond to alerts automatically
Reports are generated for compliance and internal investigations
Support for HIPAA and HITECH requirements
FileAudit supports key HIPAA technical safeguards:
Audit controls for file access events
Automatic log creation and retention
Alerts for unauthorized access to PHI
Centralized reporting and historical analysis
Common use cases in healthcare
Track who accessed or modified a patient’s medical records
Detect mass deletions or ransomware-like activity on file shares
Monitor after-hours access to sensitive HR or billing folders
Provide evidence of compliance during HIPAA audits
Trusted by healthcare compliance and security teams
Like no other. Easy to understand and use.
We got FileAudit due to a breach of trust from a key employee. We didn't expect it to happen and when it did we were dumbfounded. This adds a layer of accountability to all staff members. ”
Kevin T.
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Read the case studyMeeting regulatory requirements for HIPAA and PCI DSS with granular access security
FileAudit does exactly what it says on the tin. It monitors and audits how files are accessed by employees on a granular level based on their job function. ”
Sebastian Hernandez
Information Systems Manager | CommuniCare Health Centers
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