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Security
A secure architecture
The MediCal QAWeb system is built around three main components:
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The MediCal QAWeb Agent
The MediCal QAWeb Agent is taking care of all calibration and QA activity at workstation and display level, in a transparent way. -
The MediCal QAWeb Relay
The MediCal QAWeb Relay is the heart of the security handling within your facility. -
The MediCal QAWeb Server
The MediCal QAWeb Server is a server hosted by Barco. It is available on the internet via a secured connection and with a digital certificate. It is not possible to browse through the live QAWeb Server using the HTTP protocol.
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Security at every level
MediCal QAWeb's unique approach ensures the highest level of security for medical facilities. It complies with all HIPAA security regulations. Its architecture is based on a NEMA standard and addresses the possible risks in this respect.
MediCal QAWeb makes use of an advanced security system at all levels of the architecture.
The MediCal QAWeb Server ...
- is located in a secured environment which is only physically accessible by authorized Barco personnel
- makes use of a secure HTTPS connection based on 128-bit encryption
- has a security certificate from by a trusted authority
- uses a unique certificate and user account for every facility, which prevents unauthorized access from another facility
- cannot be accessed using the HTTP protocol
The MediCal QAWeb Relay ...
- always takes the initiative to contact the MediCal QAWeb Server, so no real remote access is enabled
- communicates with the MediCal QAWeb server over a secure HTTPS connection
- does not transmit any Personal Health Information
- features a logging trail, so that all data transfer can be traced afterwards
The MediCal QAWeb Agent ...
- uses HTTP and HTTPS to communicate with the MediCal QAWeb Relay
For more information about the security of MediCal QAWeb, read the paper MediCal QAWeb Security and Privacy Statements.
