6 Functions of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
More than half of Americans, 61%, have been impacted by a cyber security incident such as a data breach. 44% of those individuals have had it happen more than once. As a result, and understandably, many folks are concerned about the safety of the data they share with organizations and […]
7 Lessons Learned from the Dish TV Ransomware Attack
This high-profile incident has not only shed light on the sophisticated tactics employed by malicious actors but also offers invaluable lessons that can empower businesses and individuals to bolster their defenses against such threats.
Cybersecurity Consulting: Five Considerations for AI and Privacy Issues
In an era of technological advancements reshaping industries and daily lives, artificial intelligence (AI) stands out as an innovation powerhouse.
Developing a National Cybersecurity Strategy: The Latest Updates
Security Compliance Associates is poised to help both government and commercial entities r prepare to meet the forthcoming guidelines of the new national cybersecurity policy.
DFARS Compliance: Intro Guide for DoD Contractors
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is meant to help protect controlled unclassified information (CUI) from being compromised by hackers. CUI refers to information that is not explicitly classified but could compromise national security if accessed by malicious parties.
Top 5 Cybersecurity Threats in 2022 (And How to Protect Your Business)
This article looks at the top trends in cybersecurity to watch out for in the new year. The sector is fast-moving, and hackers are constantly improving their abilities on pace with cybersecurity providers. Here are some of the major attacks that have happened this year and what to look out […]
Cybersecurity Awareness: 7 Factors for Your Employees to Consider
Prepare your employees to identify and manage potential cyber security threats. Would your employees recognize a social engineering scam such as CEO fraud? Do they even know what their information security responsibilities are? Even if your organization has invested in advanced security solutions to protect sensitive business data, they won’t […]
The Importance of Supply Chain Cybersecurity
Supply Chain Cybersecurity – Everything You Need to Know When most organizations think about cybersecurity, they most often think about network and data protection. They think of firewalls, intrusion detection, secure and trained workforce, social engineering, secure network design, and other cyber defenses. The weak link in your company’s cybersecurity […]
New Executive Order on Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity?
How does the new national cybersecurity executive order affect organizations like yours? In an ambitious leap towards improving the national cybersecurity posture, President Joe Biden issued an Executive Order on improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity on May 12, 2021. The EO outlines a coherent plan for heightening efforts and increasing resources […]
Understanding the Relationship Between DFARS and CMMC
The role of DFARS in CMMC for defense contractors. In 2016, the (DOD) Department of Defense launched the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), a set of cybersecurity requirements that contractors and subcontractors in the DIB (Defense Industrial Base) had to follow. It was designed to protect (CUI) Controlled Unclassified […]
