What is a Vulnerability Assessment (and Why You Need One)
We may not always know who is responsible for a cyber attack but the one thing we can be sure of is their desire to stay one step ahead of cyber defense. Unfortunately, that means as soon as we’ve discovered one exploitable weakness, they’ve moved on to the next. Increasingly, […]
2024 Home Care and Hospice Conference and Expo
SCA is thrilled to share its participation at the 2024 Home Care and Hospice Conference
Understanding the Risks and Mitigation of Phishing Attacks
Phishing attacks have evolved into one of the most pervasive threats in the cybersecurity landscape, targeting businesses of all sizes. In 2022, phishing attacks jumped by a massive 61%, impacting over 80% of businesses which reported at least one phishing attack attempt. Understanding the nuances of these attacks is crucial […]
SCA is leading the way in Artificial Intelligence (AI) Risk Management Services
Clearwater, FL – October 1, 2024 – Security Compliance Associates (SCA) is thrilled to announce a significant achievement as a leader in managing AI and AI risk. Kevin Hogg, an esteemed Senior Cybersecurity Analyst at SCA with over 20 years of Information Security experience, has become one of the first […]
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 […]
Implementing AI Risk Management Strategies and Frameworks
As AI continues to transform and revolutionize our lives, its integration into business operations brings not only immense potential but also significant security challenges. As IT leaders and security officers, the imperative to harness AI’s benefits while mitigating its risks has never been more critical. The complexity and dynamic nature […]
Key Healthcare Cybersecurity Strategies and Tips to Keep You Safe
Over the last five years, the healthcare sector has seen an unprecedented rise in cyber attacks, including a 256% spike in data breaches and 265% spike in ransomware. Numbers like this, under other circumstances, would constitute a healthcare emergency, yet some aren’t treating it that way. As the Hippocratic Oath […]
Identifying Cloud Security Tools for Current Challenges
It’s hard to believe that nearly 20 years ago, cloud computing first appeared on the scene with Amazon World Service (AWS). Though it’s been around conceptually for over 50 years, the early adopters would boast of the flexibility, visibility, scalability, and other significant benefits of working in “the cloud.” And […]
SCA to Provide Axxess Clients with Healthcare Cybersecurity Services
SCA is pleased to announce a new partnership with Axxess, a home healthcare technology company. Through this collaboration, Axxess clients will have access to a robust suite of cybersecurity services offered by SCA, including penetration testing, risk assessments and cyber regulatory compliance. These services are specifically designed to address the unique […]
