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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October 22, 2019
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Oct'19
Bugcrowd launches Attack Surface Management platform
The new platform provides an extra layer of testing by sending its findings to Bugcrowd's crowdsourced security testing tools.
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August 22, 2019
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Aug'19
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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Aug'19
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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Do you have the right set of penetration tester skills?
Pen testing is more than just the fun of breaking into systems. Learn about the critical penetration tester skills potential candidates must master to become proficient in their career path. Continue Reading
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CompTIA PenTest+ practice test questions to assess your knowledge
Think you're ready to take the CompTIA PenTest+ certification exam? Test your skill set with some of the sample multiple-choice questions you may be facing. Continue Reading
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On a penetration tester career path, flexibility and curiosity are key
Becoming a pen tester takes more than passing an exam. Learn the qualities ethical hackers should embrace to achieve success on their penetration tester career path. Continue Reading
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Essential instruments for a pen test toolkit
Does your penetration testing toolkit have the proper contents? Learn the must-have tool for any pen tester, as well as specific tools for wireless, network and web app pen testing. 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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Zero trust is IT security's best hope for effective defense
The material collected here provides not just an explanation of why you need to adopt the zero-trust model, it serves as detailed guide on moving from adoption to implementation. 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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Rise in ransomware attacks prompts new prevention priorities
Officials predict that already widespread ransomware attacks will only grow in scale and influence, while urging organizations to act now to guard against them. 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