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The 5 Biggest DORA Compliance Mistakes Financial Institutions Make

Are these common DORA compliance mistakes putting your financial organization at risk? The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) requires financial entities to take a structured approach to ICT risk management and digital operational resilience. But organizations can still encounter gaps when translating regulatory requirements into day-to-day controls. In this video, we break down 5 common DORA compliance mistakes financial institutions should avoid, including.

CRA 24-Hour Reporting Rule: What Happens If You Miss It?

The EU Cyber Resilience Act's 24-hour reporting deadline is already in force. Is your organisation prepared? Since 11 September 2026, manufacturers of covered software, IoT devices and connected products must report certain cybersecurity vulnerabilities and incidents within strict deadlines. Under the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), manufacturers must submit: Within 24 hours: An early warning after becoming aware of an actively exploited vulnerability or severe incident affecting product security.

CRA 24-Hour Reporting Rule: What Happens If You Miss It?

The EU Cyber Resilience Act's 24-hour reporting deadline is already in force. Is your organisation prepared? Since 11 September 2026, manufacturers of covered software, IoT devices and connected products must report certain cybersecurity vulnerabilities and incidents within strict deadlines. Under the EU Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), manufacturers must submit: **Within 24 hours:** An early warning after becoming aware of an actively exploited vulnerability or severe incident affecting product security.

CRA vs NIS2: Does Your Business Need to Comply With Both?

CRA vs NIS2: Which EU cybersecurity regulation applies to your business? Could your company face obligations under the Cyber Resilience Act, NIS2 Directive, or both? If your organisation develops software, manufactures connected products, or operates in a regulated European sector, understanding the difference between CRA and NIS2 is essential for identifying your cybersecurity compliance responsibilities.

What Should a DORA Gap Assessment Include? Explained in 60 Seconds

Is your financial organisation prepared for the EU Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)? A DORA gap assessment helps financial entities identify weaknesses in their ICT risk management framework and understand what needs to be improved to meet applicable regulatory requirements. In this 60-second YouTube Short, VISTA InfoSec explains 5 essential areas to evaluate: ICT Risk Management – Governance, security controls, ICT assets and business continuity.

Can Your ICT Vendors Put Your DORA Compliance at Risk?

Can your ICT vendors put your DORA compliance at risk? Even with strong internal cybersecurity controls, third-party ICT providers can introduce operational resilience risks that financial institutions cannot afford to overlook. Under the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) financial entities must establish effective ICT third-party risk management practices, including vendor oversight, due diligence, contractual arrangements, ongoing monitoring and appropriate contingency planning.

Which EU Regulations Apply to Your Business EU AI Act, DORA, NIS2 & CRA

Which European regulations could affect your organisation? Depending on your business activities, products, customers and operations, you may need to consider regulations such as the EU AI Act, DORA, NIS2 Directive, Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and other European regulatory requirements. The VISTA Regulatory Exposure Check is designed to help organisations get an initial indication of which regulatory areas may deserve further investigation.

ISO 42001 Gap Analysis: What to Check Before Starting Certification

An ISO 42001 gap analysis compares how you govern AI today with what ISO/IEC 42001:2023 requires. Do it before you commit to audit dates. You’ll learn what’s missing, what you can’t yet prove and what to fix first. Quick answer What it is: a structured review of your AI management system (AIMS) against ISO/IEC 42001:2023 clauses 4–10 and the applicable Annex A controls. Is it mandatory? No. The standard requires an internal audit and management review, not a gap analysis.

ISO 42001 vs ISO 27001: What Can You Reuse for AI Management?

If your organization already operates a mature ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System (ISMS), you are not starting ISO/IEC 42001 from zero. Governance routines, document control, competence management, internal audit, management review, corrective action and parts of your risk and supplier processes may provide a useful foundation. But ISO/IEC 42001 is not an AI extension to ISO/IEC 27001.

ISO 42001 Readiness Checklist: 15 Questions to Ask Before Certification

Getting an AI policy approved is not the same as being ready for ISO/IEC 42001 certification. Your organization may already have risk registers, information security controls, model documentation, supplier assessments and responsible AI principles. The more important question is whether these elements operate together as an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) — and whether you can demonstrate that with evidence. Before asking: “How quickly can we get ISO 42001 certified?”