The consequences of non-compliance are just starting to become a harsh reality for some businesses.
With Easy Jet being one of the latest to be fined £180 million last year for a data breach, organizations simply can not go on without a robust data security governance and risk management framework. (more…)
Cybercriminals are always on the prowl for customers’ financial data in any organization. Pandemic-driven increase in cybercrimes means that organizations that process credit card payments must focus more on compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). However, many organizations consider the PCI DSS certification expensive and are seeking ways to minimize cost. (more…)
Busy executives know that juggling risk strategies, regulations, and governance can hinder a business’s ability to operate effectively. However, these elements are vital for an organization to conduct business in the information age. (more…)
The trend toward mobile, web and cloud-based solutions for online communications and other technologies predates the COVID-19 pandemic and the new, distanced normal. But this trend has only sped up in the past year, and it shows no signs of slowing down in the future. In this context, application security is critical to overall cybersecurity. (more…)
A SOC 2 audit aims to discover if an organization has secure and sufficient procedures and policies to protect vital corporate data. With the emphasis on data privacy these days, companies outsourcing their cloud infrastructure, colocation, data processing, and data hosting can generate a positive buzz if they can pass their SOC 2 audit with flying colors. (more…)
Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) is a coordinated approach in information technology that aims to align business objectives, risk mitigation, and compliance efforts. Without the synergy of GRC, an organization can accumulate financial losses, severe risks, and inefficiency problems. (more…)
PCI Compliance for credit card processing is the responsibility of all organizations in the payments industry. The primary objective of these regulations is to ensure the security of credit card transactions from cybercriminals. (more…)
When hackers and other cybercriminals target businesses, they’re typically searching for sensitive files. These files may include information they can use to steal resources from the company directly or seize operations until a ransom is paid. One way to ensure this doesn’t happen is to monitor for integrity across all files and file locations. File integrity monitoring (FIM) is a cybersecurity domain that includes various controls, some of which may be required for your business. Let’s take a closer look.
PCI vulnerability scan requirements are not difficult to understand with expert guidance. The primary focus of this government regulation is information security. It locates vulnerabilities and gaps within a company’s digital architecture. (more…)
When it comes to cybersecurity, there are few things more essential than flexibility. Companies must adapt to the growing threats of cybercrime with increasingly complex safeguards. In some cases, those best equipped for the job are those that supply protections from outside. (more…)