Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

‍Security questionnaires are a standard part of almost every due diligence process before companies sign on to work with a new third party. ‍ By asking detailed questions via questionnaires, organizations learn about a seller’s security controls and compliance with relevant standards. With that information, they determine how and if a partnership with that third party will expand their attack surface and increase risk—and ultimately decide if the increased risk is acceptable.

Today, I am thrilled to announce the official closing of Bitsight’s acquisition of Cybersixgill, a leading provider of cyber threat intelligence solutions. This is not only a pivotal step in our long-term vision—it’s a reinforcement of our promise to help each and every one of our customers to make smarter, faster risk decisions. Bitsight was founded on the belief that cyber risk is not binary.

Vulnerability identification is a key part of application security (AppSec). This process entails tracking and reporting the number of vulnerabilities found and fixed to give stakeholders clear insight into the organization’s security posture. However, identifying and monitoring vulnerabilities using traditional methods can make risk evaluation more difficult.

While Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) is a powerful approach for discovering, monitoring, and managing sensitive data across complex systems, it is not without its challenges. These hurdles often stem from the complexity of modern data environments, evolving threats, and operational constraints. Below are the primary challenges associated with DSPM.

Malware, short for malicious software, refers to any software specifically designed to harm, exploit, or otherwise compromise a device, network, or user data. In today’s digital age, malware attacks have become a persistent threat, targeting individuals, businesses, and even governments.

Enterprise security is a job that is never truly done. Success comes down to prioritizing high-impact activities, executing them efficiently, and adapting as new information emerges. Bitsight Security Performance Management (SPM) is the centerpiece of this lifecycle for many organizations. It helps security teams understand their external attack surface in detail and make data-driven decisions about how to apply their limited resources most effectively.

Today marks an exciting milestone for Nucleus as we unveil our refreshed brand and new website. This update isn’t just about a new look; it’s a reflection of our journey, growth, and unwavering commitment to you—our customers and partners.

SOC 2 compliance is no longer optional—it’s essential to a robust cybersecurity posture and cyber risk management strategy. It’s a key indicator of an organization’s commitment to securing data and maintaining operational resilience. In this blog, we’ll offer insights and recommendations to help your organization stay ahead as part of your overarching cybersecurity compliance strategy.

Thousands of organizations globally rely on the Bitsight Security Rating to prioritize their internal security efforts and ensure that third-party vendors meet their security commitments. While this is a highly strategic activity, progress is often measured in incremental steps as individual security findings are remediated over time.