Books by Craig Petronella
15 Published Books on Cybersecurity, HIPAA, CMMC & AI
Craig Petronella has authored 15 books spanning healthcare compliance, defense contractor security, cybersecurity for businesses and families, and artificial intelligence. With 30+ years of hands-on experience, these books distill real-world expertise into actionable guidance for executives, IT leaders, and compliance officers.
Published Author Since 2014 | Available on Amazon, Audible & Kindle
Featured Titles
Flagship Books for Today's Threat Landscape
Healthcare2026 Edition
The definitive guide to HIPAA compliance for medical practices. Updated for 2026 regulations, covering Security Rule safeguards, breach notification requirements, risk assessment procedures, and the real-world consequences of non-compliance.
Defense / CMMC
Your roadmap to CMMC 2.0 certification. Covers all three maturity levels, the 110 NIST SP 800-171 controls, SPRS scoring methodology, C3PAO assessment preparation, and the timeline every defense contractor needs to know.
Legal
Law firms are among the highest-value targets for cybercriminals. This book exposes the specific attack vectors used against legal practices, explains how client confidentiality and privilege are compromised, and provides a practical cybersecurity framework.
AI & Innovation
A thought leadership exploration of artificial intelligence, human creativity, and the beautiful inefficiency of innovation. Craig examines how the most transformative breakthroughs come from embracing the messy, non-linear process of building something genuinely new.
Cybersecurity & Business
Protecting Organizations, Families & Individuals
Cybersecurity
How Hackers Can Crush Your Business
Reveals how cybercriminals exploit common vulnerabilities in small and mid-size businesses, from phishing and ransomware to insider threats and supply chain attacks.
Families
How Hackers Can Crush You
Cybersecurity for families and individuals. Protect your personal data, secure your home network, and respond if you become a victim of identity theft or cybercrime.
Ransomware
Cryptolocker Virus
The inside story of one of the most devastating ransomware campaigns in history. Traces the evolution of CryptoLocker and provides the defense strategies that stop modern variants.
IT Services
IT Buyers Guide
The essential guide for business owners evaluating IT service providers. Covers the 16 critical questions to ask before signing a contract and red flags that indicate an underqualified provider.
IT Support
Peace of Mind Computer Support
Understand what reliable IT support looks like, how to set expectations with your provider, and what proactive maintenance prevents the emergencies that disrupt operations.
HIPAA Compliance Library
The Most Comprehensive HIPAA Collection by a Single Author
HealthcarePremium
HIPAA Rescue Manual
The definitive professional reference for HIPAA compliance officers. Covers every aspect of security implementation, from risk assessment to breach response. Includes templates, checklists, and policy documents.
Chiropractic
How HIPAA Can Crush Your Chiropractic Practice
Specialized HIPAA guide for chiropractic practices. Addresses patient intake digitization, EHR security, and multi-location compliance with a framework tailored to the profession.
Healthcare
How HIPAA Can Crush Your Medical Practice (2nd Ed.)
The second edition that established Craig as a leading voice in healthcare cybersecurity. Foundational HIPAA compliance framework and case studies from real healthcare breaches.
Chiropractic
HIPAA Chiropractic Practice (Paperback)
The original paperback edition of the chiropractic HIPAA compliance guide. A foundational resource for chiropractic practices navigating healthcare data protection requirements.
Defense Compliance
Essential Reading for Defense Contractors
CMMC
The Ultimate Guide to CMMC (Classic Edition)
The original CMMC guide that helped hundreds of defense contractors prepare for certification. Provides valuable historical context on how CMMC evolved and the foundational security practices that remain essential. See the CMMC 2.0 Certification Guide for the latest framework.
About the Author
Need Expert Help with Compliance or Cybersecurity?
Craig and his team at Petronella Technology Group, Inc. have helped hundreds of organizations implement the strategies described in these books. From HIPAA assessments to CMMC certification to custom AI development, we bring 23+ years of expertise to every engagement.