Category: Governance, Risk, and Compliance
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Information Security Frameworks
In today’s digital age, cybersecurity has become a critical aspect of every organization. With the increasing number of cyber threats and data breaches, it’s important for businesses to have a robust cybersecurity framework in place. A cybersecurity framework is a set of guidelines, best practices, and standards that organizations can use to manage their cybersecurity…
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When and Why To Report Cybersecurity Incidents
As businesses and organizations become increasingly reliant on digital technology to carry out their operations, cybersecurity threats are becoming more prevalent and sophisticated. From ransomware attacks to data breaches, the impact of these incidents can be significant and far-reaching. In such cases, it is essential for organizations to report cybersecurity incidents as quickly as possible.…
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NIST 800-53 – Audit & Accountability Family of Controls
it is essential for organizations to implement robust security measures to safeguard sensitive information and critical assets. One such measure is the Audit and Accountability family of controls outlined in the NIST 800-53 framework. The Audit and Accountability controls focus on ensuring that an organization’s security policies and procedures are effectively implemented and that any…
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NIST 800-53 – Awareness & Training Family of Controls
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-53 Revision 5 (SP 800-53 Rev. 5) is a comprehensive security and privacy control guideline for federal information systems and organizations. One of the key families of controls within this guideline is the Awareness and Training Family. The primary objective of this family of controls…
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NIST 800-53 – Access Control Family of Controls
Enterprise organizations face a daunting task of protecting their sensitive data and assets from unauthorized access, theft, and misuse. As the number of cybersecurity threats continues to rise, organizations must implement effective security controls to mitigate the risks. Access Control is one of the essential security controls that organizations must implement to control access to…
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NIST 800-53 – Program Management Family of Controls
Organizations are becoming increasingly reliant on technology to store, process, and transmit sensitive information. With the increasing dependence on technology comes the risk of cyber threats and attacks, which can compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive information. To address this issue, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has developed a comprehensive…
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NIST 800-53 – Introduction
Cybersecurity has become a critical component for all organizations. With the increasing number of cyber threats, companies are struggling to protect their IT assets and information resources. To combat these threats, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) developed a framework known as NIST 800-53. NIST 800-53 is a comprehensive security control catalog designed…
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The Importance of a System Development Lifecycle
System Development Lifecycle (SDLC) is a process of developing software or a system from the initial stage of planning to the final stage of implementation. It encompasses all the necessary steps required to create a system that meets the requirements and objectives of the stakeholders. The purpose of SDLC is to provide a structured approach…
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Incident Response and Disaster Recovery – Best Practices
Incident response and disaster recovery are critical processes that organizations need to have in place to minimize the impact of unexpected events such as cyber attacks, natural disasters, or system failures. Incident response is the immediate action taken by an organization to contain, mitigate, and recover from a security breach or any other incident that…
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Cybersecurity Regulations and Their Industries
In the digital age, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for businesses, governments, and individuals alike. Cyberattacks can cause significant harm, including data breaches, financial loss, and reputational damage. As a result, many governments around the world have enacted cybersecurity regulations to help protect individuals and organizations from these risks. In this article, we will…