The HITRUST CSF can help organizations streamline compliance across multiple regulatory frameworks, address security gaps, and strengthen overall cybersecurity. Compliance with the HITRUST CSF may require your organization to complete a HITRUST Validated Assessment to verify adherence to HITRUST CSF controls. Read on to learn more. (more…)
Category: Compliance Standards
Staying informed about all of the cyber security compliance standards is essential to keeping your company safe from hackers. Read on to learn about the various steps you can take to stay up to date with your industry’s compliance standards.
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Why choose the HITRUST CSF over other control frameworks like NIST SP 800-53 and ISO/IEC 27001?
Organizations seeking streamlined solutions to their regulatory compliance requirements often look to comprehensive frameworks. The HITRUST CSF, the National Institute for Standards and Technology’s Special Publication 800-53 (NIST SP 800-53), and the International Organization for Standardization and International Electrotechnical Commission’s joint ISO/IEC 27001 are three prime examples of one-size-fits-all compliance. But which is best for your organization? (more…)
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Are You Eligible for PCI DSS Remote Assessment?
Ongoing PCI DSS adherence mandates that applicable organizations complete security assessments to verify compliance. Although a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) will conduct onsite compliance audits and attestations, you may be eligible for a PCI DSS remote assessment. Read on to learn if you’re eligible. (more…)
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Would Your Workforce Benefit from PCI Certification Training Modules?
Organization-wide adherence to PCI compliance is critical to protecting sensitive cardholder data from cybersecurity threats. PCI certification training can help increase employee awareness and understanding of PCI security frameworks, ultimately strengthening your organization’s PCI data security. Read on to learn more about the various PCI certification training modules. (more…)
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Comprehensive SOC 2 Implementation Guide
Organizations looking to build trust among current and potential clients have a host of tools available to them—but one of the most effective is a SOC 2 audit. SOC 2 is an assessment framework overseen by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). The SOC 2 audit is a robust evaluation process, whether Type 1 (short-term) or Type 2 (long-term). So, to guarantee success, organizations should turn to a SOC 2 implementation guide—like this one. (more…)
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Top AOC PCI Compliance Considerations
Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance reporting is required for all organizations that process credit and debit card payments. Depending on PCI Level, organizations are required to report on compliance by having a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) complete an Attestation of Compliance (AOC). Read on to learn about top AOC PCI compliance considerations. (more…)
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Best Practices for Healthcare Risk Analysis and HITRUST CSF Certification
Organizations within or adjacent to the healthcare industry encounter challenges in managing risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and the overall security of their digital infrastructure. HITRUST certification can help healthcare organizations streamline healthcare risk analysis, achieve required HIPAA compliance, and protect the integrity of sensitive protected health information (PHI). (more…)
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What is the CCPA Statute of Limitations?
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) protects the rights of data subjects in California. The CCPA statute of limitations refers to two things, broadly: the timeframe within which legal action may be brought against an organization for violating CCPA rights and the duration for which such an organization is allowed to retain data pertaining to a California consumer. Our guide will break down these definitions and explain other essentials of CCPA compliance. (more…)
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Why Is SOC 2 Compliance Important?
The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) publishes various audit and reporting guides designed to keep companies and their stakeholders safe. One that applies to most service organizations, including but not limited to cloud computing providers, is the SOC 2 framework. So, why is SOC 2 compliance important? Read on to learn why it matters, how it helps cloud organizations specifically, and how its criteria can help all companies. (more…)
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Proper System Authentication Measures for PCI DSS 8 Requirements
Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance is required for security and stability of all card-related transactions, regardless of industry. The Data Security Standard (DSS) as stipulated by the PCI is broken down into 12 primary requirements; this article will detail PCI DSS Requirement 8, which focuses on identifying and authenticating all access to system components. Below, we’ll examine all controls and measures for compliance within Requirement 8’s sub-requirements. (more…)