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How to Prevent Data Breaches in 2024
The ramifications of a data breach can be catastrophic, resulting in financial loss, damage to reputation, and legal repercussions. Therefore, implementing robust data breach prevention strategies is not just advisable—it's essential for the survival and success of your business.
SOC for Cybersecurity vs. SOC 2: What’s the Difference?
Cybersecurity breaches are an ever-present threat to organizations of all sizes. A Clark School study at the University of Maryland is one of the first to quantify the near-constant rate of hacker attacks of computers with Internet access— every 39 seconds on average, affecting one in three Americans every year.
Information Security Audits: An Overview of Different Types
Information security audits are a critical component of any successful security program. They help to identify potential risks, compliance issues, and vulnerabilities that can impact an organization's ability to protect its data and operations.
Understanding HIPAA Compliance Reports: A Comprehensive Guide
In the ever-changing healthcare field, where protecting patient data and following rules are vital, HIPAA compliance reports are essential for maintaining a robust data protection system.
HIPAA vs. HITRUST: What You Need to Know
When it comes to safeguarding personal digital information, data privacy is crucial, especially in the context of digital health records. Healthcare organizations have a responsibility to protect sensitive data using strong frameworks like HIPAA and HITRUST.
Why You Need a Cybersecurity Risk Management Policy, How to Write One—and Who Can Help
With new technologies emerging every day to make transactions and processes smoother and faster, comes an increased risk of cyber attacks. Cybercriminals adapt quickly to changes in technology and exploit all new platforms.
IT Audit Checks: What You Need To Know
An IT audit is an assessment of your company's current IT infrastructure. It provides a clear picture of your company's IT system and where its potential risks lie.
Conducting an audit allows you to identify any gaps that exist as well as identify areas for improvement.
The History of SOC 2 Compliance
The focus on data protection and security has led organizations operating under SOC 2 compliance requirements to implement new technologies that help them protect sensitive data while meeting regulatory standards such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and GDPR.
SOC 2 Controls: What they are and how they help you stay compliant
Customers, employees, and stakeholders are focused on the security of their data, information, and personal identity when considering partnering or doing business with your company. SOC 2 audit reports that certify compliance with these standards will put them— and you— at ease.
How Your Customer Success Manager fits into your journey to SOC 2 compliance
For many companies trying to achieve SOC 2 compliance, keeping up with both the work necessary to get their controls in place along with actually running their business can be quite the juggling act. Luckily, you have a Customer Success Manager (CSM) to help!