CIS vs. NIST: Which Framework is Right For Your Business?
Designing and managing security architecture is a multifaceted task, and doing so without proper guidance can be challenging. Thankfully, numerous security frameworks are available to provide direction for your business. Two primary models in cyber security that are generally recognized internationally are CIS (Center for Internet Security) and NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology)….
Oct 17, 2024
What Includes in Compliance Automation Tools ? How to Choose
Financial penalties for security breaches are fairly common these days. Organizations acknowledge that the root cause of compliance violations is due to lack of visibility in their compliance posture. And, automating the business compliance process is the need of the hour. This article aims to give you an overview of what a compliance automation tool…
Oct 16, 2024
NIST Asset Management Beginners Guide
The biggest challenge that large organizations face is the handling of resources. This can include everything from computers, mobile devices, and other endpoint devices to operating systems, applications, data, and networks. Not knowing where each asset is or knowing how they function can prove problematic. Even more so when all of this is handled with…
Oct 16, 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 are HITRUST Controls List & Requirements?
HITRUST is widely recognized as a go-to framework by experts. It’s known to be one of the most comprehensive frameworks in structure, comprising 14 Control Categories, 19 Domains, 49 Control Objectives, 156 Control References, and 3 Implementation Levels. With such complexity, achieving compliance with HITRUST is no small feat. In this article, we’ll explore the…
Oct 14, 2024
Audit Readiness Assessment: All You Need to Know
In the year 2022 alone, data breaches cost businesses $4.35 million. Now, that’s a huge amount. We know that you don’t want your business to be on that list, and that’s why preparing to defend and protect against cybersecurity threats is paramount. But how do you ensure a reliable cybersecurity program is in place? By…
Oct 10, 2024