The popular phrase “compliance doesn’t equal security” reflects real shortcomings in the cybersecurity industry’s reliance on frameworks that are often outdated, static, and misaligned with modern software development practices. Many compliance programs remain rooted in document-based assessments and point-in-time audits, even as threat actors evolve rapidly and software … [Read more...] about Compliance Does Equal Security – Just Not The Elimination of Risk
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MITRE releases enhanced EMB3D Threat Model
MITRE has publicly released the enhanced EMB3D Threat Model, a comprehensive framework for identifying, understanding, and mitigating threats to embedded devices used in critical infrastructure, industrial systems, IoT, automotive, and healthcare. A major advancement of this release is the inclusion of tiered mitigation guidance—categorized as Foundational, Intermediate, and … [Read more...] about MITRE releases enhanced EMB3D Threat Model
“Where Are We On Cyber?” – A Qualitative Study On Boards’ Cybersecurity Risk Decision Making
This qualitative study explored how cybersecurity risk is perceived and handled at the board level in some of the UK’s largest organizations. Through interviews with 18 C-level executives, CISOs, non-executive directors (NEDs), and consultants, researchers found that while cybersecurity is increasingly present on board agendas, it is commonly reduced to financial … [Read more...] about “Where Are We On Cyber?” – A Qualitative Study On Boards’ Cybersecurity Risk Decision Making
All Things Internal Audit Tech: Identity & Access Management
In this podcast, host Bill Truett speaks with cybersecurity expert Nick Lasenko to explore the vital role of Identity and Access Management (IAM) in today’s threat landscape. Lasenko emphasizes that nearly all cyber incidents—including costly data breaches—stem from unauthorized access, making IAM not just a technical necessity but a business-critical function. Drawing on … [Read more...] about All Things Internal Audit Tech: Identity & Access Management
What is Continuous Threat Exposure Management?
As cyber threats become more sophisticated and attack surfaces expand, traditional periodic vulnerability scans and reactive responses no longer suffice. Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) and broader exposure management offer a unified, proactive strategy for identifying and reducing organizational risk in real time. Developed from Gartner’s CTEM framework, this … [Read more...] about What is Continuous Threat Exposure Management?
How Unified Cybersecurity Platforms Add Business Value
As cyberattacks grow more sophisticated and enterprise IT becomes more complex, organizations are finding that traditional, piecemeal security strategies no longer suffice. According to a global study by IBM and Palo Alto Networks, the average enterprise juggles 83 different security tools from 29 vendors, creating a fragmented environment where integration gaps and … [Read more...] about How Unified Cybersecurity Platforms Add Business Value
Examples of NIST CSF 2.0 Implementation
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 provides a comprehensive roadmap for translating cybersecurity principles into real-world practices across diverse sectors. These examples span core governance elements—like aligning cybersecurity strategies with an organization’s mission and risk tolerance—and extend into detailed areas such as asset management, identity and access … [Read more...] about Examples of NIST CSF 2.0 Implementation
Top 5 Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Tools and Solutions for 2025
The demand for Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) tools has surged as businesses face mounting regulatory pressures, cybersecurity threats, and stakeholder expectations for ethical conduct. GRC platforms help companies centralize and automate their risk assessments, compliance reporting, and internal controls, transforming what were once disjointed manual processes into … [Read more...] about Top 5 Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Tools and Solutions for 2025
Deepfake Deception in Digital Identity
Deepfake deception has rapidly emerged as a critical cybersecurity and identity verification threat, with AI-generated content capable of replicating human likenesses to an alarming degree. Powered by machine learning models like GANs and autoencoders, deepfakes can convincingly mimic voices, faces, and gestures, enabling cybercriminals to deceive targets through manipulated … [Read more...] about Deepfake Deception in Digital Identity
NIST Whitepaper: Considerations for Achieving Crypto Agility
The NIST white paper Considerations for Achieving Crypto Agility outlines a strategic approach for transitioning cryptographic systems in response to evolving threats, such as vulnerabilities or the emergence of quantum computers. Crypto agility refers to the ability to seamlessly update or replace cryptographic algorithms in applications, protocols, and infrastructure without … [Read more...] about NIST Whitepaper: Considerations for Achieving Crypto Agility
Book Review: “NIST CSF 2.0: Your essential introduction to managing cybersecurity risks”
Andrew Pattison’s A Concise Introduction to the NIST CSF 2.0 delivers exactly what the title promises: a focused, readable guide to understanding and applying the new version of the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Cybersecurity Framework. As digital threats grow more sophisticated and public expectations around data protection rise, the importance of scalable, … [Read more...] about Book Review: “NIST CSF 2.0: Your essential introduction to managing cybersecurity risks”
Navigating GenAI Ethics: A Review of Its Regulatory Landscape and a Proposed Framework
This paper presents a structured framework to guide the ethical governance of Generative AI systems, acknowledging that GenAI’s creative capacity introduces risks and complexities not adequately addressed by traditional AI standards. Aboitiz Data Innovation (ADI) argues for a lifecycle-based approach that integrates ethical principles at every phase—from problem definition and … [Read more...] about Navigating GenAI Ethics: A Review of Its Regulatory Landscape and a Proposed Framework
Which industry has the worst cybersecurity practices?
Across hundreds of Reddit comments from cybersecurity professionals, healthcare emerges as the most frequently cited industry with the worst cybersecurity practices. Stories range from hospitals storing patient data on unencrypted personal laptops to X-ray machines operated through unsecured remote access points. Many healthcare professionals—especially doctors—are described as … [Read more...] about Which industry has the worst cybersecurity practices?
Achieving Cross-Sector Cybersecurity Performance Goals
In response to growing cyber threats across the U.S. critical infrastructure landscape, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) introduced the Cross-Sector Cybersecurity Performance Goals (CPGs). These goals are a practical, risk-based subset of both IT and operational technology (OT) cybersecurity practices developed in collaboration with industry and … [Read more...] about Achieving Cross-Sector Cybersecurity Performance Goals
2025 Cybersecurity Salary Guide for Professionals
The 2025 Cybersecurity Salary Guide from the United States Cybersecurity Institute (USCSI®) vividly describes a booming, high-stakes job market shaped by global instability, AI-driven cyberattacks, and escalating digital adoption. Geopolitical conflicts, sophisticated ransomware, and persistent data breaches are fueling an unprecedented demand for cybersecurity professionals … [Read more...] about 2025 Cybersecurity Salary Guide for Professionals
A Complete Guide to Third-Party Risk Management
Third-party relationships are vital to business operations, but they also pose significant security risks. Outsourcing to vendors and other external entities exposes organizations to potential data breaches, with third-party vulnerabilities ranking among the top causes of security incidents. The 2022 IBM and Ponemon Institute report highlights that third-party software … [Read more...] about A Complete Guide to Third-Party Risk Management
How to Perform a Successful IT Risk Assessment
Conducting an IT risk assessment is essential for organizations facing increasing cyber threats, with cyberattacks occurring every 40 seconds and ransomware attacks rising rapidly. An IT risk assessment identifies vulnerabilities within an organization’s information systems, networks, and data, helping leaders understand potential financial and operational impacts. Such … [Read more...] about How to Perform a Successful IT Risk Assessment
Regulating AI: Expert Insights on Compliance, Risk, and Security
AI regulations are developing globally as governments strive to ensure artificial intelligence's safe and ethical use across industries. Frameworks such as the OECD AI Principles and the EU AI Act address issues like transparency, accountability, and risk management. However, navigating compliance presents complexities, especially for organizations integrating AI into their … [Read more...] about Regulating AI: Expert Insights on Compliance, Risk, and Security
10 Best Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) Tools in 2025
Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) tools are essential for organizations aiming to strengthen their cybersecurity defenses. Vulnerability assessments identify potential weaknesses in systems, while penetration testing simulates attacks to determine if these vulnerabilities are exploitable. Together, they provide a comprehensive security evaluation that … [Read more...] about 10 Best Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) Tools in 2025
SOC 2 vs ISO 27001: What’s the Difference and Which Standard Do You Need?
SOC 2 and ISO 27001 are the most recognized frameworks for information security compliance. SOC 2, developed by the AICPA, focuses on protecting customer data through five Trust Services Criteria: Security, Availability, Confidentiality, Privacy, and Processing Integrity. It is particularly popular among US-based companies, offering flexibility in selecting applicable criteria. … [Read more...] about SOC 2 vs ISO 27001: What’s the Difference and Which Standard Do You Need?