Securing communication on your web browsers is critical to mitigating data breaches. One way to safeguard your browsers is to leverage the tools provided by public key infrastructure (PKI). So, what is PKI in cyber security? At a base level, PKI ensures that data remains encrypted while it is being transmitted over web browsers. Read on to learn more about PKI security. (more…)
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Privacy Controls and NIST SP 800-53
Maintaining high data privacy and security standards is critical to preventing cybersecurity threats from compromising your data. For a more streamlined implementation of security and privacy controls, NIST recommends a set of diverse requirements that cater to any organization, regardless of size, industry, or business needs. Read on to learn more about NIST SP 800-53. (more…)
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Compliance Risk Examples & How to Mitigate Them
Compliance with regulatory standards is critical to keeping your organization’s security controls up-to-date and safeguarding any sensitive data you handle. However, many organizations face challenges meeting the expectations of regulatory frameworks, resulting in compliance risks. Read on to learn about common compliance risk examples and how to mitigate them. (more…)
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How to Strategize and Implement an Effective MDM Security Policy
With remote work being considered a relatively normal practice nowadays, due in part to the pandemic, we are seeing more opportunities arise for malicious actors to hack into a business’ system remotely. Now is the time to learn how to strategize and implement an effective MDM security policy. Below you will find a thorough definition of MDM security policies, why you should implement one for your business, and how to go about implementing one effectively. (more…)
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Breaking Down the PCI Logging Requirements
Safeguarding sensitive cardholder data starts with mitigating risks to the IT infrastructure that handles this information. One way to do so is to comply with the PCI logging requirements, which guide you on how to audit the IT infrastructure that handles sensitive data and the controls that protect it. Read on to learn about the requirements and how to follow them. (more…)
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PCI Awareness Training Requirements, Explained
PCI Awareness Training is essential for ensuring your organization’s PCI security controls remain effective. When employees are trained on best practices to safeguard sensitive cardholder data, they become the first line of defense against potential breaches. Meeting PCI awareness training requirements helps your team stay informed, maintain PCI DSS compliance, and protect valuable data year-round.
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Black Box Pen Test Best Practices
Penetration testing is critical to identifying security threats to your IT infrastructure before they can blossom into full-blown attacks. Conducting an external “black box” pen test will help you pinpoint security vulnerabilities you may not readily identify with an internal pen test. Read on to learn more about black box pen testing best practices from which you could benefit. (more…)
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How to Audit for Compliance Risks
Whether you comply with regulatory standards by virtue of your location or industry, learning how to audit for compliance risks will help keep your sensitive data safe from security threats. Besides mitigating data breaches, conducting compliance audits will help you avoid costly non-compliance fines and penalties. Read on to learn more. (more…)
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How Does GDPR Affect B2B Sales?
If your organization conducts business with other businesses, you may be wondering: how does GDPR affect B2B sales? GDPR may apply to different processes along the marketing and sales pipeline, depending on the type of transactions you conduct. Read on to learn more about remaining compliant with the GDPR as you engage in business-to-business transactions. (more…)
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What is Spooling in Cyber Security? Full Guide to Spooling Attacks
If your organization relies on devices, programs, or systems that temporarily store information during processing, you might be at risk of spooling attacks. So, what is spooling in cyber security? When spooling occurs, a perpetrator can gain access to sensitive information within your organization’s networks. Read our blog to learn more about spooling. (more…)