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ComplianceData ProtectionISO 27001Personal Data Protection BillUncategorized

Moving Beyond Misconceptions: The True Value of Security Compliances for Business Success

In the digital age, where the intricacies of cybersecurity weave a complex tapestry, the necessity of robust security measures cannot be overstated. Amid the clamor for regulatory compliance, a common misconception thrives—security compliances are perceived as mere bureaucratic hoops, navigated solely to meet legal demands. However, peeling back the layers reveals a deeper truth: the intrinsic value of security compliances goes far beyond regulatory checkboxes. In this discourse, we unravel the enigma and explore real-world scenarios that underscore the importance of security compliance for businesses. The Regulatory Mirage A recent conversation with a client exemplified the common sentiment. They expressed…
September 1, 2023Read more

Cloud Security

The Myth of Cloud Security: Separating Fact from Fiction

Introduction Cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses and individuals store, access, and manage data. The scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness of cloud services have made them increasingly popular. However, concerns surrounding cloud security have often hindered widespread adoption. In this blog post, we will debunk the myth of cloud security by examining the realities, challenges, and advancements in cloud security measures. The Shared Responsibility Model One common misconception about cloud security is that it is entirely the responsibility of the cloud service provider (CSP). However, the reality is that cloud security operates on a shared responsibility model. CSPs are responsible…
August 12, 2023Read more

ComplianceData ProtectionPersonal Data Protection BillUncategorized

Changing Data Privacy Landscape: Understanding Gravity of the Shifts

The data privacy landscape has been witnessing major shifts lately. With regulations becoming stricter and new bills like Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) being imposed, companies have become greatly accountable for their data processing facilities. While consumers enjoy greater freedom on keeping tabs on the processing of their data, companies now require levelling up the security posture of their data processing infrastructure. That leads us to a pressing question- What does it take for companies to be at par with data privacy regulations? The answer to this question goes way beyond a defined set of rules. Regulatory bodies have been…
July 15, 2023Read more

Data Protection

How to Convince Leadership of Cyber Risk

Cybersecurity is a critical concern for any organization, and it’s essential that the board, C-level executives, and risk owners understand the risks and take appropriate measures to mitigate them. However, communicating cyber risk can be a challenging task, as it often involves technical jargon and a level of uncertainty that can be difficult to convey. In this blog post, we will discuss some tips for communicating cyber risk confidently to the board, C-level, and risk owners. Start with High-Level RisksRather than diving into the nitty gritty details of every potential threat, begin by outlining the high-level risks that your organization…
February 18, 2023Read more

ComplianceHuman IntelligenceISMSISO 27001Social Engineering

Is Training the Best Way to Combat Social Engineering?

As COVID-19 evolves, the priorities of cyberattackers and cybercriminals have completely changed, yes, and now they are forming some innovative ways to attack the weakest link in the security chain. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, cyberattackers were more focused on targeting the technical elements such as firewalls, applications, the cloud, and the internal network; now the entire focus has shifted to the humans or the individual assets belonging to an organization. Did you know that cybercriminals have more than 15 innovative social engineering approaches and tactics, including phishing, vishing, SMiShing, spear phishing, pretexting, scareware, baiting, malicious attachments, malware, and various other…
June 8, 2020Read more

Application SecurityAppsec

CORS Misconfiguration Lead To Steal Sensitive Information Disclosure

Cross-origin resource sharing (CORS) is a security feature implemented by web browsers to prevent websites from making requests to a different domain than the one that served the web page. This is done to prevent malicious websites from accessing sensitive information on other websites. CORS allows a server to specify which origins (websites) are allowed to access its resources by adding specific headers to the HTTP response. When a browser receives a request from a website, it checks the headers to see if the origin of the request is allowed to access the resource. If the origin is not allowed,…
June 7, 2020Read more

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