Today, expanding your technology stack comes with a hidden cost: increased risk. Each new system expands your attack surface, and before you know it, security teams are overwhelmed with alerts and vulnerabilities. But the real problem is not that they’re unaware of the risks. It’s the opposite. Every vulnerability scanner, compliance audit, and security assessment…
According to a recent study, 62% of data breaches are attributed to vulnerabilities in third-party relationships. This highlights the importance of robust third-party risk management (TPRM) tools. As business relationships grow more complex, TPRM solutions have emerged as pivotal shields in fortifying businesses against risks associated with third-party associations. In this blog, we will discuss…
SOC 2 and ISO 27001 have been the most common contenders in the compliance landscape, and many companies ask us which one they need. Is one better than the other? The answer depends on several factors and can vary depending on what you’re looking for. Read on to understand the differences and similarities between the…
As businesses grow, so does their investment in IT. This means areas like data analytics, cloud infrastructure, and cybersecurity need to expand quickly to meet rising demand. However, with all this growth there also comes a need for a strong framework to keep everything secure and compliant. That’s where Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) comes…
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In the cult movie Wall Street, Gordon Gekko unapologetically proclaims, “I don’t throw darts at a board. I bet on sure things.” Don’t worry. This isn’t an article in adoration of his shameless villainy. We want to direct your attention to what he was particularly good at – hedging his risks before making a play….
If your business touches even a byte of data from someone in the EU, congratulations, you’re now playing in the big leagues of privacy. The GDPR doesn’t care whether you’re a global enterprise or a two-person startup. The moment EU data enters your world, the rulebooks open; and it’s a long one. But beneath the…
HIPAA-compliant data storage is now a high-stakes pillar of healthcare security, even though on paper it can look like nothing more than ‘where the data lives.’ Why is this so critical? A recent analysis of dark‑web marketplaces found that an electronic health record can sell for up to $1,000—far more than a stolen credit card number….
SOC 2 is often the gateway to compliance for most SaaS companies. Teams quickly learn that implementing SOC 2 controls cannot be done by following a checklist. It requires transparent processes, defined ownership, and diligent evidence of controls. For many SMBs, the challenge is not intention but interpretation. Documentation can feel abstract, the terminology can…
Storing healthcare data is a legal obligation shaped by both HIPAA and a maze of state-specific retention rules. As we head into 2026, service providers, business associates, and compliance teams must navigate overlapping federal mandates, differing state timelines, and rising enforcement risks. This guide breaks down HIPAA’s data retention requirements, how they compare to medical…
In May 2023, Meta was fined €1.3 billion by the Irish Data Protection Commission for unlawfully transferring data to the United States. This remains the largest GDPR fine ever issued to date. However, while massive penalties like these dominate headlines, they represent only a fraction of the overall enforcement activity across Europe. Since the GDPR…
HIPAA violations continue to surge across the healthcare ecosystem, and the data tells a clear, yet troubling story. According to HIPAA Journal, 508 healthcare data breaches were reported as of August 2025, with 58 breaches impacting 3,789,869 individuals happening in August alone. A huge chunk of these issues came down to compromised user or administrative accounts,…
The payment card industry is among the top targets of breaches. According to CreditDonkey, approximately47%of Americans have experienced credit card fraud in the past five years. The same report states that card data theft incidents occur every two seconds. PCI DSS, a set of security standards, helps prevent financial loss from card data theft for…
GRC teams are at very different stages of their AI journey. Some have already begun experimenting with AI but are now looking for ways to measure success, strengthen workflows, or fine-tune the quality of outputs. Others have run into early hurdles and need guidance on guardrails, oversight, or change management. Many teams are still figuring…
If your business touches even a byte of data from someone in the EU, congratulations, you’re now playing in the big leagues of privacy. The GDPR doesn’t care whether you’re a global enterprise or a two-person startup. The moment EU data enters your world, the rulebooks open; and it’s a long one. But beneath the…
In May 2023, Meta was fined €1.3 billion by the Irish Data Protection Commission for unlawfully transferring data to the United States. This remains the largest GDPR fine ever issued to date. However, while massive penalties like these dominate headlines, they represent only a fraction of the overall enforcement activity across Europe. Since the GDPR…
Companies processing, collecting, storing, and accessing personal data are mandated to be GDPR compliant to work with European clientele. Given that it is one of the most challenging data regulatory protocols, using a GDPR compliance software can significantly simplify processes and reduce manual workload. In this article, we’ll go into more detail about some of…
GDPR compliance is vital for organizations operating within the EU. Non-compliance can lead to severe legal and financial consequences, as seen in Austria’s recent ban on Google Analytics. Specifically, Article 44 of the GDPR states that data is not allowed to be transferred beyond the EU or the EEA unless the recipient nation is able…
GDPR is the gatekeeper to one of the world’s largest markets. If you want to do business in Europe or work with European customers and their data, GDPR is not optional. It is the price of admission. And the scale of its impact is unmistakable. Ever since the GDPR took effect, over half a million…
TL;DR Patient trust in healthcare is rooted in privacy. Unfortunately, not every healthcare provider preaches this. I’ve watched teams struggle to navigate consent forms, email attachments, and rogue spreadsheets. Worst of all, I’ve seen entire organizations ruined due to the repercussions of healthcare data leaks. GDPR was designed to put an end to all of…
Compliance leaders in SaaS companies are under pressure—enterprise clients demand SOC 2 reports, while GDPR regulators require strict privacy controls. But here’s the challenge: understanding the difference between SOC 2 and GDPR is tricky—they overlap just enough to create confusion, and differ just enough to cause duplication. And if you’re scaling fast, the cost of…
“Startups are focused on acquiring customers and getting investment, and whilst they probably “should” care about data protection, they always have other priorities which are more pressing and urgent.” – Anthony Rose, CEO, SeedLegals It’s true that, as a startup, your main focus should be on your customers and funding. Compliance is not one of…
Have you come across consent prompts for cookie collection while surfing the internet? That results from tightening data privacy regulations like Article 9 of GDPR, which push businesses to take privacy more seriously. These regulations mandate businesses to offer more control to users over how their data gets used and make it easier for them…
HIPAA-compliant data storage is now a high-stakes pillar of healthcare security, even though on paper it can look like nothing more than ‘where the data lives.’ Why is this so critical? A recent analysis of dark‑web marketplaces found that an electronic health record can sell for up to $1,000—far more than a stolen credit card number….
Storing healthcare data is a legal obligation shaped by both HIPAA and a maze of state-specific retention rules. As we head into 2026, service providers, business associates, and compliance teams must navigate overlapping federal mandates, differing state timelines, and rising enforcement risks. This guide breaks down HIPAA’s data retention requirements, how they compare to medical…
HIPAA violations continue to surge across the healthcare ecosystem, and the data tells a clear, yet troubling story. According to HIPAA Journal, 508 healthcare data breaches were reported as of August 2025, with 58 breaches impacting 3,789,869 individuals happening in August alone. A huge chunk of these issues came down to compromised user or administrative accounts,…
HIPAA is an incredibly complex framework. For most healthcare teams, HIPAA’s rules can seem scattered, overly technical, and difficult to decode. Yet understanding it is essential for compliance, protecting patient data, and avoiding costly penalties. Knowing exactly what each HIPAA component covers, how they work together, and where your specific compliance responsibilities begin is a…
HIPAA compliance can become increasingly complex as a healthcare organization grows. With more patient data, tools, and vendors to manage, meeting regulatory requirements takes a significant amount of time and effort. HIPAA compliance software helps reduce this workload by organizing your security tasks, automating evidence collection, and keeping your documentation up to date. In this…
Hospitals and healthcare providers, on a daily basis, see vast volumes of patients. Naturally, they spend a significant amount of time optimizing in-patient and outpatient experiences. But beyond coordinating appointments, there’s an equally critical concern they need to worry about—protecting patient privacy and safeguarding sensitive health records. This is where HIPAA-compliant scheduling software becomes indispensable. No matter…
HITRUST (Health Information Trust Alliance) Certification serves as a key benchmark for data protection in healthcare. According to the 2025 HITRUST Trust Report, organizations with HITRUST certifications reported an incident rate of only 0.59% in 2024, meaning 99.41% remained breach-free. Given the massive volume of sensitive data healthcare organizations handle, robust safeguards are critical. To address this,…
In 2024, the healthcare sector experienced a staggering 566 data breaches, exposing over 170 million patient records—a dramatic rise from just 6 million in 2010. While the numbers for 2025 aren’t yet fully known, the trend is clear: patient data is increasingly at risk, and the stakes for healthcare organizations have never been higher. For companies…
Whether you are a covered entity or a business associate, receiving a communique from the Office of Civil Rights can be stressful. Hearing from the enforcing authority of HIPAA, one of the most stringent healthcare regulations in the world, sure isn’t what your dreams are made of. But on the off chance you do get…
Most ISO 27001 audit failures aren’t about bad security. They are about misaligned auditors. You’ve invested months mapping controls, collecting evidence, and keeping up with the ISO 27001 requirements. But the success of your audit hinges on one critical factor: your auditor. Choose the wrong one, and you may face unnecessary delays or even risk…
SaaS businesses need to inspire confidence and trust about how they manage and establish data security to clock continued growth. And the best way to build such trust is by gaining independent and internationally-recognized accreditations for your security controls. The ISO 2700 certification is one of the most recognized international security standards. It demonstrates your…
The ISO 27001 certification process typically requires gaining familiarity with the standard, diligent planning, committed implementation, and ongoing maintenance. The readiness and existing processes of the organization determine the complexity of each of these steps. For first-time certification seekers becoming audit-ready and dealing with the back and forth with the auditor after the initial audit…
Getting an ISO 27001 certification largely depends on how effective your internal audits are. An ISO 27001 internal audit tells you if your ISMS is actually working as intended, whether your controls are in place, and if there are any gaps you need to fix before you meet the external auditor. And here’s the part…
SOC 2 and ISO 27001 have been the most common contenders in the compliance landscape, and many companies ask us which one they need. Is one better than the other? The answer depends on several factors and can vary depending on what you’re looking for. Read on to understand the differences and similarities between the…
You’ve invested in firewalls, encryption, and endpoint protection, but what happens if someone sneaks into your server room or a power surge takes everything offline? Physical security gaps such as these can cost organizations millions every year, yet they’re often treated as an afterthought until a disaster strikes. A single preventable outage can run over $100,000,…
Malware protection is a core requirement for ISO 27001 compliance, but many security and compliance teams underestimate the depth of what’s needed. It’s easy to install antivirus software across endpoints. What’s harder is proving that protection is consistently active, up to date, monitored, and backed by evidence that auditors will accept. For SMBs with lean…
If you’re pushing code to production every week and juggling compliance at the same time, the idea of a “Secure Development Policy” might sound like bureaucratic red tape. But if you’re aiming for ISO 27001 certification, it’s non-negotiable. Auditors expect not just secure code, but proof that your development practices are standardized, enforced, and continuously…
A survey of small and medium-sized businesses indicates that 94% reported experiencing a cyberattack in 2024, making structured security frameworks like ISO 27001 highly relevant, even outside the enterprise segment. Having a certification is rapidly shifting from “nice-to-have” to table stakes. Whether driven by customer and regulator demands or simply the reality of today’s threat…
The payment card industry is among the top targets of breaches. According to CreditDonkey, approximately47%of Americans have experienced credit card fraud in the past five years. The same report states that card data theft incidents occur every two seconds. PCI DSS, a set of security standards, helps prevent financial loss from card data theft for…
Companies handling sensitive customer data and payment information are under pressure to comply with not just one, but multiple security frameworks. It’s no longer a question of if you’ll need to prove compliance, but how many certifications you’ll be asked to show. One framework wants proof that your entire business manages information risk; the other…
Credit card and payment information is one of the most sensitive pieces of information that some organizations handle. So, it goes without saying that there are standards and rules in place to protect such sensitive data. Violating the rules has severe consequences. Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) are guidelines rolled out by…
There is no fixed price on the costs involved with becoming PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards) compliant. Instead, the costs largely depend on the size of your business, the volume of transactions your company conducts annually, and the transmission and storage methods you use. PCI DSS is designed to ensure the security…
PCI DSS is for payment card data. It is seen as the gold standard for protecting sensitive authentication data and with PCI DSS 4.0 in effect the requirements have only become more stringent. The newer and stronger version was built after much input from the PCI Community, including 6,000+ comments from 200 companies and many…
The payment card industry faces constant threats of breaches. CreditDonkey reports that credit card fraud affected 47% of Americans in the past five years. Malicious actors steal card data every two seconds, highlighting the urgency of strong security measures. If you are a merchant who processes or accepts payment cards, you have to store card…
As an organization processing card data via online portals, you should be PCI DSS compliant to avoid penalties and reputational damage. But the process is exhaustive, time-consuming, and expensive. This article aims to simplify and demystify the PCI compliance framework, help you identify the PCI levels, learn about the 12 PCI DSS requirements checklist, and…
Key Points Introduction The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) was created by the PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) to protect sensitive transaction data and keep it secure from cybersecurity threats. The PCI SSC is an independent organization founded in 2006 by major payment card companies like American Express, MasterCard, Visa, JCB International,…
Getting your PCI DSS ducks in a row requires a good understanding of the compliance requirements, their relevance in your business environment, and the controls that can help you bolster the protection of cardholder data. The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is designed to protect the entire payment card value chain and,…
In the cult movie Wall Street, Gordon Gekko unapologetically proclaims, “I don’t throw darts at a board. I bet on sure things.” Don’t worry. This isn’t an article in adoration of his shameless villainy. We want to direct your attention to what he was particularly good at – hedging his risks before making a play….
SOC 2 is often the gateway to compliance for most SaaS companies. Teams quickly learn that implementing SOC 2 controls cannot be done by following a checklist. It requires transparent processes, defined ownership, and diligent evidence of controls. For many SMBs, the challenge is not intention but interpretation. Documentation can feel abstract, the terminology can…
SOC 2 reports are point-in-time assessments. They’re valid for a year, but don’t automatically account for what happens after the reporting period ends. That gap between the expiration of your last SOC 2 report and the issuance of the next creates a window of uncertainty for customers, auditors, and procurement teams. How do you assure…
SOC 2 compliance costs can be substantial, especially if you are a small or growing business that’s bootstrapped. However, that doesn’t make it any less worthwhile – in fact, you should view it as an investment that could bring you invaluable business in the future. With cloud-hosted applications proliferating, SOC 2 Compliance is a sure-fire…
SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 are independent attestation reports that help organizations prove they have reliable security, privacy, and internal controls in place. Although they originate from the same AICPA framework, each report serves a distinct purpose: SOC 1 focuses on financial reporting controls, SOC 2 evaluates security and trust principles, and SOC…
A big ticket deal seems to be progressing well. The final demo went smoothly. The prospect seems eager to sign the deal, even giving you a verbal thumbs-up pending last-minute approvals. And then, out of left field, comes an email asking you to send over your SOC 2 report. Panic sets in. Slack threads light…
SOC 2 and ISO 27001 have been the most common contenders in the compliance landscape, and many companies ask us which one they need. Is one better than the other? The answer depends on several factors and can vary depending on what you’re looking for. Read on to understand the differences and similarities between the…
Prospects starting with SOC 2 often rely on guesswork when choosing the TSCs that apply to their organization. It’s one of the first decisions in the SOC 2 journey, and it directly shapes your audit scope, cost, and timelines. Choosing correctly ensures you meet customer expectations without overextending your team.This guide breaks down what each…
Compliance leaders in SaaS companies are under pressure—enterprise clients demand SOC 2 reports, while GDPR regulators require strict privacy controls. But here’s the challenge: understanding the difference between SOC 2 and GDPR is tricky—they overlap just enough to create confusion, and differ just enough to cause duplication. And if you’re scaling fast, the cost of…
If your business touches even a byte of data from someone in the EU, congratulations, you’re now playing in the big leagues of privacy. The GDPR doesn’t care whether you’re a global enterprise or a two-person startup. The moment EU data enters your world, the rulebooks open; and it’s a long one. But beneath the…
A recent US Chamber of Commerce report found that as many as 51 percent of US-based businesses struggle to meet their regulatory requirements, which, in turn, has stunted their growth. While the numbers are concerning, the data suggests these businesses are vulnerable to regulatory fines, data breaches, and operational disruptions. This is where a compliance-focused…
Regulatory expectations have tightened, making compliance management software a practical necessity. Public companies must disclose material cyber incidents within four business days of determining their materiality, while multiple state privacy laws have turned the audit season into a year-round demand for provable controls, policies, training, and vendor diligence. With the average global data‑breach cost at…
SOC 1, SOC 2, and SOC 3 are independent attestation reports that help organizations prove they have reliable security, privacy, and internal controls in place. Although they originate from the same AICPA framework, each report serves a distinct purpose: SOC 1 focuses on financial reporting controls, SOC 2 evaluates security and trust principles, and SOC…
In 2025, the cumulative total of GDPR fines reached €5.88 billion, underscoring how even small compliance failures can carry outsized consequences. These issues rarely start with dramatic events; they begin with missed controls, outdated documentation, or overlooked risks that quietly escalate into regulatory action and reputational damage. Understanding these consequences is essential to preventing minor…
The Compliance maturity research published in 2025 shows that enterprises now juggle an average of seven overlapping regulatory frameworks. Organizations can’t afford to wait for annual audits to discover gaps. They need continuous visibility, real-time alerts, and automated controls that prove they’re compliant every day, not just on audit day. Compliance monitoring tools achieve the…
The continuing menace of cyber threats has drawn critical attention to data privacy for all kinds of organizations, big and small. companies should ensure that their data and customers’ data are secure by acting before the occurrence of the problem. Here, privacy protection, which can withstand cyber attacks like the NIST privacy framework, comes forth…
There’s a fallout from poorly governed Artificial Intelligence (AI) that is multiplying risks: From biased algorithms and opaque decision-making to regulatory crackdowns and customer distrust. We’re talking about copyright lawsuits, governments rolling out binding AI regulations (like the EU AI Act), and enterprises scrambling to explain how their models work and why they can be…
GRC training exists to prevent expensive mistakes that often stem from teams simply not understanding the regulations they must follow. In November 2025, a Spanish court ordered Meta to pay $550 million for GDPR violations. Between 2018 and 2023, the company relied on an inadequate legal basis to process user data for behavioral advertising. We…
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