HITRUST vs SOC 2 – Core Differences & Similarities
Information security is becoming a growing concern for cloud-hosted companies and the organizations are under constant pressure to meet the standard regulatory requirements. Understanding the differences between HITRUST vs SOC 2, although both HITRUST and SOC 2 compliance are industry-recognized certifications, will help cloud-hosted companies demonstrate privacy, security, and quality practices. TL;DR: The HITRUST certifications…
Oct 16, 2024
What includes in the Scope of GDPR ?
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) aims to protect the privacy and rights of data subjects (individuals) in the European Union by regulating data processing activities conducted by businesses. Controllers or Processors outside the European Union often doubt whether they are required to comply, given that they do not have offices operating in the EU…
Oct 15, 2024
Continuous Control Monitoring (CCM) Guide – Examples & Benefits
Gone are the days of Excel and Spreadsheet-driven control monitoring that shackled risk management efficiency and left businesses vulnerable. Today, it’s possible to get a real-time view of all the checks and controls, how they perform against criteria, and pinpoint where they fail — 24×7, 365 days a year. But what does it mean for…
Oct 15, 2024
What Should a Cybersecurity Stack Look Like?
According to a report by Accenture, 43% of cyberattacks were aimed at SMBs, but only 14% were prepared to defend them. This is a direct indication of how important it is to have the right technological infrastructure. And so, what comprises of a good cybersecurity stack? Businesses are asking themselves this question more frequently with…
Oct 15, 2024
List of Evidence Collection for Compliance
You know it’s audit season when there’s an influx of requests for evidence. Feelings of apprehension are in the air. Having all your evidence organized and readily available is the only thing separating you from a stress-free audit. Given that data is scattered across multiple systems and sources, it becomes imperative to have a well-structured…
Oct 15, 2024
CCPA Fines: What are the Penalties for Violating CCPA
The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) was passed in 2020 as a comprehensive data privacy regulation and is now one of the most stringent frameworks in the United States. Failure to adhere to CCPA guidelines can lead to substantial fines. Such penalties are like roadblocks in any organization’s growth path, as they can significantly impact…
Oct 14, 2024