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 […]
Why Supply Chain Cybersecurity Matters
There’s an old proverb that says “A chain is only as strong as its weakest link.” Supply chain attacks count on this. Unfortunately, when that one link goes, so does the rest of the chain. As we’ve seen in recent attacks, like Crowdstrike and Change Healthcare, the impact then spreads […]
NIST Third Party Risk Management: Managing Supply Chain Risk
Among the influential frameworks, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards are pivotal.
Understanding CMMC Compliance: What You Should Know
CMMC is designed to ensure that defense contractors are in full compliance with current security requirements aimed at safeguarding sensitive defense information. This certification is poised to become an integral part of DoD contracts, impacting organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Federal Contract Information (FCI).
Selecting the Right HITRUST Assessment for Your Organization
You may or may not be familiar with HITRUST, so we wanted to share some helpful information about the organization and help you decide the best option for selecting the correct HITRUST assessment for your organization. First, you should understand a little more about what HITRUST is and how HITRUST […]
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 […]
Super Bowl’s Coinbase Commercial Glosses Over Risks of QR Codes
Coinbase’s commercial during the Super Bowl involved a QR code that millions scanned; while this is effective marketing, it’s also an important reminder of the potential risks of QR codes.
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 […]
