It's time to embrace OSCAL automation for effective risk management

It's time to embrace OSCAL automation for effective risk management

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) put forward the Open Security Controls Assessment Language (OSCAL) standard in 2021, creating a standardized machine readable language. The goal of the standard is to enable automation and facilitate interoperability between different security assessment tools. It also aims to enable real-time machine to machine data exchange, improving automation and interoperability across various compliance frameworks. There are a multitude of regulatory standards and frameworks that organizations must adhere…

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SaaS governance is improving, but AI presents new challenges

SaaS governance is improving, but AI presents new challenges

Despite hitting a high in 2022, apps identified as “shadow IT” dropped from 53% to 48% in 2023. This drop signals an increase in SaaS governance actions: we’re getting better within enterprises at knowing what apps employees are using, and better at enforcing policies around SaaS use. Anecdotally, I’m seeing that the creation of SaaS governance councils is becoming the norm; businesses are responding to a need for repeatable processes that allow teams to cross-functionally…

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6 months of SEC cybersecurity disclosure rules: An updated view

6 months of SEC cybersecurity disclosure rules: An updated view

As we reach the six-month mark of the SEC’s new cybersecurity disclosure regulations going into effect, it seems a good time to reflect on the requirements.  With the average cost of a security breach nearing $4.5 million and the increased frequency and sophistication of attacks showing no signs of letting up, it seems these requirements are necessary; self-regulation proved insufficient, and the stakes are higher than many people in leadership positions recognize. It’s not just…

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The future of data privacy and compliance (and how to stop it)

The future of data privacy and compliance (and how to stop it)

With 2024 upon us, experts are once again sharing best practices for adapting your business’ data strategy to the times. From ensuring compliance with state-by-state privacy laws to preparing for the inevitable removal of third-party cookies over the course of the year, organizations face ever-increasing pressure to adapt to new realities. Still, mere compliance isn’t enough: the winners will be those who can follow the rules without sacrificing their ability to glean valuable insights or…

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How to mitigate employee risk in remote work environments

How to mitigate employee risk in remote work environments

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Virginia active shooter guidelines spark security concerns

Virginia active shooter guidelines spark security concerns

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