The ISF (Information Security Forum) Standard of Good Practice (SoGP) is a comprehensive set of best practices designed to help organizations effectively manage their information security risks. Covering various topics, including governance, risk management, compliance, incident management, and technical security controls, it helps establish and maintain a robust information security program tailored to an organization's specific needs and risks.

Social engineering scams can come through any communications channel (e.g., email, web, social media, SMS, phone call, etc.). They can even come in the mail as the Nextdoor warning below shares. Source: Nextdoor They can even come in person and on the television.

What and where is our most critical data or system(s)?

More than a quarter (26%) of organizations around the world provide no security awareness training for their employees, according to a survey by Hornetsecurity. The researchers found that smaller companies in particular tend to lack security training programs. “This significant oversight in cybersecurity education highlights a critical vulnerability within the corporate world, particularly in smaller companies,” the researchers write.

ADC vendor landscape is experiencing a significant change as a result of acquisitions and shifting portfolio priorities among the two largest ADC vendors. That is bringing about uncertainty with customers who have relied on these vendors for their mission-critical application infrastructures. Businesses are built on applications, and for digital-first businesses, they are critical for driving revenue and delivering a positive customer experience.

Digital compliance has become a significant focus for any organisation providing or consuming digital products and services in Europe. With the continuous evolution of digital technology, businesses increasingly struggle to stay on the right side of the law and operate resiliently. So, strategic navigation is crucial.

In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the tools designed to protect us can sometimes become our greatest vulnerabilities. This paradox is becoming evident as attackers increasingly target Check Point VPNs, exploiting them to gain initial access to corporate networks. Recent findings highlight a growing trend where cybercriminals are leveraging vulnerabilities in remote access VPNs, posing a significant risk to organizational security.