What are the Top Three Cyber Security Goals?
If you’ve ever wondered about the magnitude of power cyber threats hold, this one’s for you. May 8, 2022. The Costa Rican president had to declare a national emergency because of cyber attacks by the Conti Ransomware Group. The world was caught unaware. Cyber crimes can put an individual, organization, or a whole country at…
Sep 14, 2024
GRC Requirements 101: A Complete Checklist for Success
GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) has existed for over a decade, and we have collectively witnessed the transition from siloed, disconnected processes to integrated GRC frameworks. Yet, new professionals entering the GRC domain still struggle with a common challenge—a daunting feeling of being unable to comprehend the breadth of the field, feeling intimidated by knowledge…
Sep 13, 2024
SOC 2 vs ISO 27001: Which Security Standard is Right for You?
SOC 2 and ISO 27001 have been the most common contenders in the compliance landscape, and many companies ask us which one they need. Is one better than the other? The answer depends on a number of aspects and can vary depending on what you’re looking for. Read on to understand the differences and similarities…
Sep 12, 2024
Building Resilience: 5 Components of a Risk Management Framework
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission recently mandated that public companies disclose cybersecurity incidents and include details such as the board’s cyber risk oversight. This enables investors to assess the organization’s cybersecurity governance and long-term stability. Similarly, even private companies must demonstrate a commitment to security and risk management to secure contracts and build client…
Sep 12, 2024
Mastering Internal Control Risk Assessment: Key steps to strengthen your business
As forward-thinking businesses focus on maximizing value, they recognize that risk must inform every decision, as it can enhance, maintain, or compromise value. However, instead of trying to eliminate or avoid risks entirely, they manage risk exposure to strike the right balance. Such an approach stems from the understanding that risk is a part of…
Sep 12, 2024
11 Best Cyber Threat Intelligence Tools in 2025
Years ago, security teams heavily relied on manually sourced intelligence to detect threats. They also employed traditional and largely manual techniques such as blacklisting a URL to eliminate known threats. However, the lack of real-time data meant there was no effective strategy in place to deal with upcoming potential risks. Therefore, as advanced threats and…
Sep 12, 2024