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Trustwave

$500,000 HHS Fine Underscores the Need for Security and Compliance in Healthcare

Nov 1, 2024 By Trustwave In Trustwave
With the rise in cyberattacks and ransomware incidents, healthcare organizations face an increasing risk of data breaches that threaten patient privacy and HIPAA compliance. The recent $500,000 settlement between the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Office for Civil Rights (OCR), and Plastic Surgery Associates of South Dakota highlights the critical importance of robust cybersecurity defenses in healthcare.
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riscosity

Taking the Pain Out Of Compliance for Legal and GRC Teams

Oct 31, 2024 By Jackson Harrower In Riscosity
The legal department plays a crucial role in enhancing enterprise security profiles. Historically, legal and cybersecurity departments have been siloed from one another in organizations both large and small. With security now a concern at the Board level, legal’s role in enterprise risk management – advising on threats and potential liability – must include the impact of data security threats.
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kroll

DORA vs. NIS2 vs. PSD2: Navigating the Evolving Regulatory Landscape

Oct 30, 2024 By Kroll In Kroll
The legal and regulatory landscape is constantly evolving, continually intensifying the demands placed on organizations. As well as meeting the requirements of existing regulations such as the Payment Services Directive 2 (PSD2), companies must contend with the upcoming introduction of the Network and Information Security Directive or NIS2 (Directive (EU) 2022/2555) and the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA).
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protegrity

Healthcare, Finance, and Utility Security: Meeting Data Compliance Standards Across Industries

Oct 30, 2024 By Protegrity In Protegrity
Organizations across different industries are subject to diverse regulatory compliance frameworks, each with stringent requirements. In the healthcare, finance, and utility sectors, these standards are particularly critical due to the high sensitivity of data and the potential consequences of breaches or non-compliance. Protegrity’s data compliance platform simplifies meeting regulatory requirements by employing encryption, tokenization, and data masking.
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tripwire

Understanding SOX Requirements for IT and Cybersecurity Auditors

Oct 30, 2024 By John Salmi In Tripwire
The Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) is a United States federal law that aims to enhance corporate transparency and accountability. Signed into law on July 30th, 2002, the Act came in response to a slew of major corporate accounting scandals, including those involving Enron and WorldCom, that came to light in the early 2000s. Its primary aim is to enhance corporate transparency and accountability, ensuring companies adhere to strict financial reporting standards and maintain effective internal controls.
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keeper

How Keeper Helps Businesses Comply With the New CMMC Ruling

Oct 30, 2024 By Chase Cunningham In Keeper
With the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) 2.0 now finalized by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), contractors and suppliers across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) must ensure they meet stricter cybersecurity standards to maintain eligibility for DoD contracts. Achieving and maintaining CMMC compliance is no small task — it requires robust security protocols, continuous monitoring and strict control over access to sensitive information.
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securitysenses

Best Practices for Protecting Drone Data in Commercial Applications

Oct 30, 2024 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
Hey there, tech enthusiasts and masters of the skies! With the soaring ascent of drones in commercial applications, it's not just about nailing the perfect aerial shot anymore-it's also about locking down that precious data. Drones are busy bees, collecting loads of info that need protection just as much as any ground-based data trove. We've all heard the horror stories of data breaches resulting in hefty fines and reputational damage. That's why I'm here to guide you through the labyrinth of drone data security, helping your business keep its digital treasures under a virtual lock and key.
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persona

Global age verification laws: how to maintain compliance and keep friction low

Oct 29, 2024 By Kerwell Liao In Persona
New age verification laws are popping up around the world. Learn what these laws are and how to stay compliant. Kerwell is a product marketing manager focused on Persona’s identity verification solutions. He enjoys watching basketball and exploring the world with his German Shepherd. Kerwell is a product marketing manager focused on Persona’s identity verification solutions. He enjoys watching basketball and exploring the world with his German Shepherd.
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protegrity

Starting a Cybersecurity Compliance Program

Oct 28, 2024 By Protegrity In Protegrity
Launching a successful cybersecurity compliance program requires careful planning, a dedicated team, and a commitment to achieving industry certifications. Protegrity’s platform streamlines this process by providing centralized data protection tools, ensuring that organizations meet security compliance standards while simplifying risk management and audit preparation.
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