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Policy debate: the pros and cons of cybersecurity insurance

BH Consulting

Organisations are coming under increasing pressure to take out cybersecurity insurance cover. Also known as cyber risk insurance, it’s now a prerequisite in some public sector tenders. Are there policies and procedures in place to ensure good governance of information security?

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How Do You Quantify Risk? Best Techniques

Centraleyes

Categorizing risks as high, medium, or low has been the go-to method for organizations seeking to prioritize their cybersecurity efforts. Ten Risks in a Bed Remember the nursery rhyme? Enter the need for a more precise and actionable approach — Cyber Risk Quantification. What is Cyber Risk Quantification?

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9 Ways to Prevent Third-Party Data Breaches

CyberSecurity Insiders

These third parties aren’t typically under your organization’s control and its unlikely that they provide complete transparency into their information security controls. Some vendors can have robust security standards and good risk management practices, while others may not.

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NYDFS Cybersecurity Regulations: Will You Be Ready?

NopSec

When new cybersecurity regulations from the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) take effect on March 1, 2017, financial institutions will have 180 days to implement them. Area #1: Establishment of a Cybersecurity Program If your organization is wondering what to do first, this is an area to prioritize.

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Understanding the Different Types of Audit Evidence

Centraleyes

Audit evidence lies at the heart of cybersecurity audits and assessments, providing tangible proof of an organization’s adherence to cybersecurity measures. Being secure is not merely about having a secure infrastructure; it’s about ensuring that every aspect of that security is verifiable and transparent.

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Cyber Security Awareness and Risk Management

Spinone

In this article we will learn how to address and effectively respond to major enterprise cybersecurity threats and provide tips to mitigate IT security risk. Today, c yber security incidents lead to significant damage, alarming organizations of all types and sizes in different geographic locations.

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HITRUST vs. HIPAA: Ensuring Data Security and Compliance

Centraleyes

These assessors can identify strengths and weaknesses in your information security program and offer recommendations. Penalties for Breaches/Non-Compliance: HIPAA imposes defined penalties for security breaches, including fines and potential criminal consequences, depending on the violation. HITRUST to Release CSF Version 11.0