Adhering to cybersecurity frameworks like Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) and the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) is essential for organizations working with federal agencies. FISMA provides a broad security framework for federal agencies and their contractors, while FedRAMP focuses on standardizing cloud service security. Understanding their similarities and differences enables organizations […]
Sophisticated cybercriminals target small to midsize businesses (SMBs) with ransomware, phishing, malware, insider threats, and other emerging threats. These can lead to severe disruptions to service clients and customers, financial losses, and reputational damages. Active protective measures such as regular professional risk assessments, awareness training, and dynamic cybersecurity strategies help to maintain business continuity and […]
The CrowdStrike-Microsoft outages on July 19, 2024, were primarily caused by a faulty update to CrowdStrike’s Falcon sensor for Windows. This update inadvertently triggered widespread “blue screen of death” errors on Windows systems, leading to significant disruptions across various sectors, including airlines, banking, media, emergency services, etc. Microsoft’s Azure cloud platform was also impacted due […]
Penetration Testing is a critical component of an organization’s cybersecurity strategy. It aims to identify vulnerabilities, assess the effectiveness of security measures, and provide actionable insights for improvement. By understanding and addressing these vulnerabilities, businesses can better protect their systems and data from cyber threats. Penetration testing is a proactive, point-in-time service. First and foremost, […]
The escalating complexity of cyber threats and our increasing dependence on digital technologies have made cybersecurity a top priority for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Cybercriminals are now using advanced tools and tactics, including AI and machine learning capabilities, to execute targeted attacks, making it more urgent than ever for SMBs to address cybersecurity. Recent […]
Summary The amended Regulation S-P requires financial institutions to implement comprehensive cybersecurity measures, including incident response readiness, customer notifications, oversight of service providers, expanded safeguards, new recordkeeping standards, and exceptions to annual privacy notices. Compliance deadlines vary based on entity size, with larger entities having 18 months and smaller entities having 24 months to meet […]
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