A Breakdown of the Most Common Types of Cybersecurity Attacks
According to a report by business insurer Hiscox, organizations suffered a loss of $1.8 billion because of cybersecurity attacks in 2019. This statistic, along with the fact that many companies moved their assets to the cloud, makes it evident that the need for a better cybersecurity posture for companies is at an all-time high. Cybersecurity…
Sep 19, 2024
Compliance as a Service: How to Implement it
There was a time when organizations rarely considered compliance as a function that required outsourcing. However, when compliance began to emerge as a more prominent component in business negotiations and contracts, not being compliant became a business impediment. As a result compliance garnered more attention and became an essential part of growth. Fast forward to…
Sep 18, 2024
Security Questionnaires: Why You Received One and How to Respond
In the present day, sensitive information, intellectual property, and vital infrastructure can all be compromised by a breach in a vendor’s system, resulting in significant financial loss and damage to an organization’s reputation. According to a survey conducted by Ponemon Institute in 2022, about 56% of respondents claimed that they suffered some form of a…
Sep 18, 2024
What is Information Security Compliance and why is it important
We all benefit from living in a connected world, from people using social media to remain in touch with distant family members to corporations reaping the benefits of remote working. Although connectivity is excellent and has many benefits, it also brings in vulnerabilities. Most businesses that handle sensitive data become the subject of cyberattacks. Organizations…
Sep 18, 2024
GDPR Data Processor vs Data Controller (Main Differences)
Key Points Introduction Is your cloud-hosted company a data processor or controller? It’s important to understand the main differences because it defines your responsibilities under the GDPR. Trying to obtain GDPR compliance can be confusing and frustrating if there is confusion about the different roles. When comparing GDPR data processor vs controller, there are some…
Sep 18, 2024
Cyber Essentials: A Key Cybersecurity Certification for Organizations
Amid the rapid strides into the digital realm, the accompanying risks loom large. The emergence of Cyber Essentials stands as a pivotal response to these challenges within contemporary cybersecurity. Crafted by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), this nationally recognized certification acts as a cornerstone, erecting a robust defense against prevalent online threats. Its implementation…
Sep 18, 2024