Risk assessments, metrics and frameworks
Get the help you need with your security risk assessments with this resource guide. Get the latest news, advice and analysis on risk assessment frameworks and metrics for enterprise security programs and discover which ones are right for your business.
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Risk assessments, metrics and frameworks News
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August 22, 2019
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New Everbridge CEO talks education, NC4 acquisition
Every company needs to be ready to respond in the event of a crisis. Everbridge's new CEO details why that's important and what a proper platform entails.
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August 13, 2019
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Intraprise Health platform strengthens healthcare security
Intraprise Health introduced new software designed to prevent healthcare security breaches by monitoring third-party risks across the enterprise and improving security management processes.
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August 12, 2019
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Why cyber insurance policies are so 'ridiculously cheap'
The cyber insurance market is growing rapidly and policies are incredibly inexpensive -- but experts at Black Hat 2019 had concerns about those low prices.
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February 26, 2019
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CERT/CC's Art Manion says CVSS scoring needs to be replaced
Security expert Art Manion discusses what he calls major problems within the Common Vulnerability Scoring System and explains why CVSS needs to be replaced.
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Cybersecurity frameworks hold key to solid security strategy
Cybersecurity frameworks take work, but they help organizations clarify their security strategies. If you don't have one, here's what to consider, even for emerging perimeterless security options. Continue Reading
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What are the benefits and challenges of cloud penetration testing?
Cloud penetration testing presents new challenges for information security teams. Here's how a playbook from the Cloud Security Alliance can help inform cloud pen test strategies. Continue Reading
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Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is a certification issued by ISACA to people in charge of ensuring that an organization's IT and business systems are monitored, managed and protected; the certification is presented after completion of a... Continue Reading
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How to identify and evaluate cybersecurity frameworks
Not all frameworks for cybersecurity are equal. ESG's Jon Oltsik explains what attributes make a cybersecurity framework and how to go about choosing and using one. Continue Reading
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Do I need to adopt a cybersecurity framework?
A comprehensive cybersecurity framework can help businesses avoid costly attacks. But there are other advantages. Continue Reading
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Who needs security orchestration, automation and response?
Who needs SOAR? Only those companies with understaffed, overworked IT security teams. Learn how SOAR tools free up security pros to tackle the more demanding projects. Continue Reading
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Your third-party risk management best practices need updating
Organizations must modernize third-party risk management best practices to adapt to the changing technology landscape. Diversify risk assessments with these expert tips. Continue Reading
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Build an agile cybersecurity program with Scrum
Scrum's core principles translate well into an agile cybersecurity program setting. Learn how this framework bolsters communication and collaboration within infosec teams. Continue Reading
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How to shore up your third-party risk management program
A third-party risk management program has to go beyond questionnaires and poorly designed policies. Learn what you should do to protect yourself against vendor security flaws and core risks. Continue Reading
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How to use Metasploit commands and exploits for penetration tests
These step-by-step instructions demonstrate how to use Metasploit for enterprise vulnerability and penetration testing. Continue Reading
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Top 7 IT security frameworks and standards explained
Several IT security frameworks and cybersecurity standards are available to help protect company data. Here's advice for choosing the right one for your organization. Continue Reading
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Building a cybersecurity awareness training program
Cybersecurity awareness training programs are sometimes perceived as an extraneous waste of time and energy, but are essential to building a strong security culture. Continue Reading