Quantum computing & Post-quantum Cryptography: GRC’s Y2K Moment?
Imagine a world where your personal messages, health records, banking transactions, and confidential information are exposed in seconds because someone could break the encryption methods you trust. A decade ago, this would have seemed like a sci-fi plot, but today, it has the potential to become a very real possibility. As we look toward 2025,…
Dec 06, 2024
5 Steps Compliance Risk Management Process
Compliance risk is similar to being completely lost in a maze of rules and regulations. One misstep, and bam! You’re in trouble, dealing with legal issues and financial difficulties. This risk sneaks up on organizations for a variety of reasons. Imagine inexperienced staff members baffled by obscure regulations or unclear policies that perplex everyone. A…
Nov 27, 2024
Top 6 Third Party Risk Management Certifications – Eligibility & Exam Costs
According to the EY 2023 Third-party risk management (TRPM) Survey, 9 out of 10 respondents report having invested in a robust TRPM program. They are transitioning from risk identification to actively managing and mitigating them. This shift is driven by the increased dependency on vendors and rising third-party breaches. The research underscores that there is…
Nov 14, 2024
Cloud Compliance Overview: How To Achieve it ?
Cloud computing undoubtedly provides agility and flexibility to businesses. But with all the benefits it affords, it also introduces inherent security risks. Each cloud infrastructure type has its inherent vulnerabilities and this makes it essential to ensure that the provider upholds the highest standards of security and meets regulatory requirements. Without understanding these risks and…
Nov 07, 2024
NIST Cybersecurity Best Practices
The NIST cybersecurity framework holds a reputable name in the world of cybersecurity. It is mandatory for companies within the US federal network but companies from other industries like SaaS and tech can also adopt it should they have clients within the network. Unlike many other frameworks, NIST has a non-typical approach to implementation and…
Nov 06, 2024
What is FISMA Compliance – 7 FISMA Compliance Checklist
FISMA, or the Federal Information Security Management Act, was introduced in 2002 (and updated in 2014) to improve the cybersecurity of federal systems. It requires all US federal agencies to create security plans to protect their networks. In simple terms, it makes cybersecurity a must-have for government agencies, ensuring their IT systems are secure and…
Nov 05, 2024