Security audit, compliance and standards
Get tips from the experts on security audits, compliance and standards. Advice is offered on data privacy and theft, audit planning and management, how to work with auditors, and compliance with standards, regulations and guidelines such as PCI DSS, GLBA, HIPPA, SOX, FISMA, ISO 17799 and COBIT.
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3 Ways SOAR Can Combat the Cybersecurity Skills Shortage
What are some of the strategies that your organization has implemented to help combat the cybersecurity skills gap? Mike Chapple, senior director of IT at University of Notre Dame explains how log processing, threat intelligence and account lifecycle management can help alleviate the shortage of qualified pros and have teams work smarter, not harder.
Security audit, compliance and standards News
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June 06, 2019
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Jun'19
Why larger GDPR fines could be on the horizon
There haven't been many fines under the General Data Protection Regulation since the EU data privacy law went into effect a year ago. But experts warn that will likely change.
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May 08, 2019
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May'19
Google I/O 2019 keynote brings focus on security and privacy
After being a no-show at last year's conference, security and privacy improvements were big themes at Google I/O's first day, including discussion on federated learning.
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April 30, 2019
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Apr'19
A recent history of Facebook security and privacy issues
Since the start of 2018, Facebook has had a seemingly constant cascade of security issues and privacy scandals. Here's a look back at the social media giant's most serious issues.
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March 13, 2019
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Mar'19
Election security threats loom as presidential campaigns begin
Fragile electronic voting systems and the weaponization of social media continue to menace U.S. election systems as presidential candidates ramp up their 2020 campaigns.
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single sign-on (SSO)
Single sign-on (SSO) is a session and user authentication service that permits an end user to enter one set of login credentials (such as a name and password) and be able to access multiple applications. Google, LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook offer ... 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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EU GDPR terms to know
Compliance regulations can be complicated to follow, particularly in the new age of data privacy. Here's a breakdown of the must-know terms for companies who are subject to GDPR. Continue Reading
Evaluate Security audit, compliance and standards Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Explore this NGFW comparison of leading vendors on the market
Explore some of the top NGFWs currently on the market -- based on features and user reviews -- to help you make a buying decision Continue Reading
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How to select and implement a next-gen firewall
This buyer's guide examines next-generation firewalls and how to select the correct one for your organization based on comparison of product features. Continue Reading
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6 firewall selection criteria to purchase NGFWs
These six key factors will help your company determine the best NGFW product for your organization's needs. Continue Reading
Manage Security audit, compliance and standards
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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GDPR and backup: What have we learned in one year?
A customer's deletion request continues to be a sticking point regarding backup and GDPR compliance. Learn guidance about this issue and others, following GDPR's first birthday. Continue Reading
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Compliance rules usher in new era for personal data privacy policy
With the rollout of data privacy regulations, individual data rights and the right to be forgotten are forcing organizations to re-examine how they handle customer information. Continue Reading
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Putting cybersecurity for healthcare on solid footing
CISO Kevin Charest talks security threats he sees in the healthcare field and the means his company is using to thwart them, including HCSC's Cyber Fusion Center. Continue Reading
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Dark data raises challenges, opportunities for cybersecurity
Dark data is the data enterprises didn't know they had. Splunk CTO Tim Tully explains where this data is hiding, why it's important and how to use and secure it. Continue Reading
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Health information management professionals aid cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is an ongoing priority -- and challenge -- for healthcare organizations. A health information management team can help keep data secure and protected. Continue Reading
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Q&A: Why data security controls are a hard problem to solve
Feeling less friendly after Facebook? "There is a great deal of power in being able to combine data-sources," says Jay Jacobs, security data scientist. Continue Reading