Understanding the difference between PCI DSS 4.0 compensating controls vs customized approach is essential for achieving and validating compliance effectively. Compensating controls apply when specific PCI DSS 4.0 requirements can’t be fully met, while the customized approach allows organizations to meet security objectives through alternative methods. Both strategies help businesses maintain flexibility and strengthen their PCI DSS 4.0 compliance posture.
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Which is Better: PCI DSS 4.0 Compensating Controls or Customized Approach?
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The Complete PCI DSS 4.0 Checklist for 2023 and Beyond
If your organization is preparing for PCI compliance for the first time since v4.0 was published, there are many factors you need to consider. This comprehensive PCI DSS 4.0 checklist accounts for the timeline, assessment protocols, requirement scope, and options for flexibility. (more…)
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HIPAA Risk Assessment, CMMC Compliance, and HITRUST Audits
For organizations facing regulatory compliance requirements from several industries, it can be difficult to understand where to start. Luckily, there’s a one-size-fits-all solution available in HITRUST CSF certification. (more…)
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How to Meet the HIPAA Guidelines for Healthcare Professionals in 2023
The HIPAA guidelines for healthcare professionals have been relatively stable for over a decade. Now, with changes to both requirements and enforcement proposed, adjusting your organizational cybersecurity may be necessary to avoid penalties. (more…)
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What to Look for in HIPAA Consulting Partners
When comparing HIPAA compliance service providers, there are four key factors to target:
- Their approach to access control, which is critical for HIPAA Privacy Rule compliance
- Their capacity for risk assessment and management for the HIPAA Security Rule
- Their visibility and communications infrastructure for HIPAA Breach Notifications
- Their ability to help you meet all your regulatory compliance needs efficiently
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How to Build an Information Security Plan for Your Small Business
Information Security (InfoSec) is a constantly evolving part of cybersecurity that includes methodologies to keep networks safe and secure no matter the level of outside attacks. Small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are no stranger to these cyber-attacks. Even though 87% of small business owners don’t think that they are at risk of a cyber-attack, the Verizon 2019 Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) says that 43% of cyber-attacks target small businesses.
Many SMBs think they aren’t at risk for a cyber-attack, but because SMBs often lack a comprehensive security plan, hackers have figured out that small businesses are an easier target for stealing sensitive personal and/or financial information. Although having an information security policy for small businesses isn’t the end-all solution to combat cyber-attacks, it does provide SMBs with more visibility on the number of intrusions to their network infrastructure.
As more SMBs are targeted and breached by malicious hackers, business owners are seeking the formula for designing an information security plan that’s a fit for any small business. Although information security plans are not one-size-fits-all, they all do follow a similar recipe. Follow along as we cook up the comprehensive guide every small business needs to combat hackers and keep their data infrastructure safe from cyber-attacks.
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Leverage HITRUST Certification to Expand into New Industries
Organizations that are looking to expand their business by entering new industries or locations are faced with new regulatory challenges at every corner. The HITRUST CSF helps solve these problems with flexible implementation and assessment for most applicable laws and regulations. (more…)
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Maximize the Benefits of Managed Security Services
Managing your cyberdefense internally can be costly and ineffective if resources are not properly allocated. By outsourcing to a third-party team of experts, you can increase the efficacy of your architecture implementation, risk mitigation, incident management, and regulatory compliance. Best of all, MSSPs are often much more resource-efficient. (more…)
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Five Reasons Why You Need Managed IT Services in 2023
Managing security across all IT systems in your organization has never been simple, but it’s become increasingly difficult in the face of new cyber threats emerging every year. This is why you need managed IT services. Companies can instantly tap into a team of industry experts and achieve greater security assurance at lower costs. (more…)
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Streamline Your Endpoint Security Management
Endpoint security management accounts for cyberdefense across every device in your tech ecosystem. Implementing it efficiently means maintaining protections and preventing risks while also being ready for any events that impact your devices—all of which is easier with third-party help. (more…)