Author: Pansy

Pansy is an ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity content marketer with a background in Computer Science engineering. Lately, she has been exploring the world of marketing through the lens of GRC (Governance, risk & compliance) with Sprinto. When she’s not working, she’s either deeply engrossed in political fiction or honing her culinary skills. You may also find her sunbathing on a beach or hiking through a dense forest.

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Understanding Risk Avoidance in Business

TL,DR: Risk avoidance is the practice of eliminating high-impact risks entirely by choosing not to engage in activities that expose the organization to financial loss, non-compliance, or reputational damage NIST SP 800-39 defines risk avoidance as the appropriate response when identified risk exceeds the organization’s risk tolerance level Risk avoidance differs from risk reduction: avoidance…

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GRC Capability Model 3.5: Everything You Need To Know

TL;DR The GRC Capability Model 3.5, developed by OCEG, provides a clear, adaptable framework to guide organizations in integrating governance, risk management, and compliance. The OCEG Red Book focuses on four key components—Learn, Align, Perform, and Review. The model emphasizes ‘Principled Performance,’ helping organizations achieve objectives while managing risks, staying compliant, and maintaining ethical standards….

Blogs, Cloud compliance

A Guide to Cloud Security Controls and Frameworks

Cloud security controls are anything and everything that protects your cloud infrastructure from cyber threats and attacks. It ranges from identity and access management (IAM) to network security, encryption, and compliance monitoring. There are some basic cloud security examples that you must be aware of and some complex ones that may be needed in a…

Blogs, Cybersecurity

What Is Security Posture and Why It Matters?

According to data by SpaceLift, over 96% of businesses are using public cloud systems rather than on-premise systems. While this is no surprise due to the massive adoption of cloud infrastructure, the problem begins when providers and customers are not aware of the vulnerabilities in their security posture, which can lead to data breaches, account…

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Cyber Threat Intelligence Feed: Real-Time Threat Detection and Response

In an unexpected turn of events, Taylor Swift’s record-breaking tour faced a challenge off-stage. While fans celebrated the musical spectacle, cybercriminals were orchestrating their own performance behind the scenes. Reports emerged of a massive data breach affecting millions of customers, with sensitive information potentially exposed on illicit online marketplaces. This incident highlights a growing concern:…

Blogs, Risk Management

A Complete Guide to Third-Party Risk Management

No CTO in their right mind trusts their vendors and contractors completely. Irrespective of their relationship, vendors will need to fulfill a due diligence baseline to qualify as a good fit and a safe choice. But what separates your company from being a secure one from a vulnerable one is the depth of your due…