Understanding VAPT: Audit Types, Process, and Benefits
In late 2019, US government agencies were grappling with what unfolded to be one of the most sophisticated hacking campaigns – Russian intelligence injected a trojan virus into their network management system provided by a third party. The exploiters briefly managed to gain remote access to sensitive data because the US agencies trusted untested software….
Sep 19, 2024
Difference Between SOC 2 and SOC 3 Compliance
As business owners of SaaS firms, navigating the world of SOC compliances and regulations can be challenging with its legal speak, audits and what not. Nonetheless, data security is paramount; therefore, it pays to explore this landscape with a good understanding of SOC (Service Organization Control) reporting framework. In this article, we dwell on SOC…
Sep 19, 2024
IT Risk Management Frameworks (Types and Preparation Steps)
All organizations, irrespective of their size, face risk. Failure to address these risks could result in heavy monetary and reputational risks. Risk management allows organizations to have a system in place to counter external threats while keeping business continuity. Effective risk management adds value to any organization and provides clients and customers with a sense…
Sep 19, 2024
Understanding Information Security Policies: Importance & Key Elements
One of the inevitable outcomes of growth that doesn’t get the attention it deserves is security risk. As the organization grows, technologies and third-party systems become mainstay. This directly increases the probability of risk. Information security policy is the glue that holds everything together in a way that nothing falls apart. Let us understand what…
Sep 19, 2024
ISO 27001 Controls: A Guide to Implementing Annex A Controls
ISO 27001 is an international standard that outlines various clauses and controls that organizations can implement for effectively building an Information Security Management System (ISMS). The ISO 27001 clauses and controls are utilized by organizations to manage security risks and achieve ISMS certification. The controls are detailed in Annex A, and organizations should choose and…
Sep 19, 2024
GDPR Requirements: How to Stay Compliant with Data Privacy Laws
In 2017, 83000 data protection officers (DPOs) were appointed; now, there are over half a million! This 700% increase in the demand for DPOs has been majorly attributed to GDPR implementation requirements. Intrigued by this surge in demand for data protection expertise? GDPR is said to be one of the most rigorous data protection laws…
Sep 19, 2024