Author: Anwita

Anwita is a cybersecurity enthusiast and veteran blogger all rolled into one. Her love for everything cybersecurity started her journey into the world compliance. With multiple certifications on cybersecurity under her belt, she aims to simplify complex security related topics for all audiences. She loves to read nonfiction, listen to progressive rock, and watches sitcoms on the weekends.
iso 27001 2013

ISO 27001:2013 – A Guide to Information Security Management

In response to growing security concerns and breaches, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) published ISO 27001 in 2005.  It was revised in 2013 to keep the document to sync with global changes in technology and processes, and most recently in 2022. The 2013 version is not significantly different…
Nov 05, 2024

What is PCI Compliance in the Cloud – Detailed Guide

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…
Nov 05, 2024
Corporate Compliance Program

Corporate Compliance Program 101: How to Build One

If you’re considering building a corporate compliance program, it’s likely driven by a few key factors. Perhaps a prospect has requested proof of your company’s ethics and security standards. Maybe regulatory requirements apply based on the services you provide, or you simply want to elevate your organization’s culture, ethics, and security practices. Whatever the motivation,…
Nov 04, 2024
Data Privacy Frameworks

Top 3 Data Privacy Frameworks Explained

Navigating data privacy regulations can indeed be daunting for most organizations. Government authorities are now imposing more fines for privacy law violations as tech giants increasingly misuse their monopoly status to their advantage. The recent congressional hearings where Meta, TikTok, X, Snap on privacy policy and data security are a sign of things to come….
Nov 01, 2024
SOC 2 Compliance Checklist

SOC 2 Compliance Checklist: A Detailed Guide for 2025

With cloud-hosted applications becoming a mainstay in today’s world of IT, staying compliant with industry standards and benchmarks like SOC 2 is becoming a necessity for SaaS firms. Therefore, getting SOC 2 compliance isn’t a question of ‘why’ as much as it is a ‘when’. With that in mind, here’s a handy SOC 2 compliance…
Nov 01, 2024
HIPAA encryption

HIPAA Encryption Requirements: The Key to Protecting Patient Privacy

In the digital age, we are constantly juggling data privacy concerns. Emergence of new technologies and regulations like the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), means healthcare organizations must be vigilant in protecting patient information from unauthorized access or use. Encryption is a powerful tool that protects patient data at rest and in transit. …
Oct 24, 2024