Sprinto vs. Tugboat: Which Compliance Automation Platform is Right for You?
If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve faced the daunting task of handling complex regulations like SOC 2, GDPR, or ISO 27001. You know, the late nights, the endless spreadsheets, and the constant worry that you might have missed something crucial. It’s enough to make even the most seasoned tech leader want to scratch their…
Oct 09, 2024
What is Cloud Security Audit [Complete Checklist]
Malicious actors target sections where the bulk of data reside. As more processes, applications, and information sit on the cloud, it inevitably attracts cybercriminals. A cloud security audit can help to accelerate response and mitigation capabilities. This article covers what cloud security audit means, its objective, what to ensure to be audit ready, its challenges,…
Oct 09, 2024
HIPAA-Compliant Data Storage Requirements
Healthcare data storage requires stringent rules and protocols given the sensitivity of the patient health information they deal with. The United States Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), therefore, defines the general guidelines on best practices for storing and protecting protected health information. HIPAA’s Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification rules give a fluid overview…
Oct 09, 2024
12 Types of Network Security Measures
In the early days of the internet, Trojans were used to breach networks, and effective security solutions to prevent Trojans were developed. Today, trojans are a thing of the past. Bad actors now rely on phishing, spear phishing, and other social engineering-based attack vectors. Network security measures for these vectors are now in shape; organizations…
Oct 09, 2024
A Quick Guide to PHI Disclosure
If you work in a healthcare-related field, you’re familiar with safeguarding patient privacy under HIPAA. But let’s face it—putting those concepts into action can be overwhelming, especially when new challenges arise while identifying protected health information (PHI) and understanding covered entities. Staying up-to-date with evolving regulations and technology is a challenging task. Fear not, though!…
Oct 09, 2024
PCI Vulnerability Scan 101: All You Need to Know
All small business owners and merchants need to accept credit card payments when performing transactions regularly. However, there are inherent data security risks to manage and mitigate if you handle customer credit card information. The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) must be followed by all companies that take credit cards. To protect…
Oct 09, 2024