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vanta

The best risk management software for 2026

Feb 12, 2026 By Vanta In Vanta
For many organizations, risk management is still stuck in the past—reliant on spreadsheets, manual reviews, and static registers that go stale shortly after they’re created. Without clear ownership or automation, treatment plans linger, and accountability slips. Risks remain fragmented across departments, disconnected from business impact and board visibility. ‍ At the same time, emerging threats are evolving faster than ever.
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nucleus

CISA BOD 26-02 and the Next Phase of Vulnerability Management

Feb 12, 2026 By Scott Kuffer In Nucleus
CISA recently published BOD 26-02, the latest Binding Operational Directive shaping how federal agencies manage cyber risk. While attention often gravitates toward highly visible directives like KEV, this one matters for a different reason: it raises the standard for how lifecycle risk must be tracked and sustained over time. BOD 26-02 is described as guidance on unsupported edge devices, which is accurate but incomplete.
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astra

What are SOC 2 Penetration Testing Requirements?

Feb 10, 2026 By Ananda Krishna In Astra
A SOC 2 Penetration Testing (pentest) is often highly recommended by the auditors to demonstrate the effectiveness of the controls implemented during the SOC 2 audit. Developed by the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA), SOC 2 establishes a comprehensive framework based on 5 key pillars for managing data and strengthening relationships with all stakeholders.
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Feroot

PCI DSS Requirements for Gaming & iGaming: When 6.4.3 and 11.6.1 Apply to Your Payment Flows

Feb 9, 2026 By Feroot In Feroot
Ask five compliance leads in the gaming industry how 6.4.3 applies to their payment flows, and you’ll get five different answers. Ever since PCI v4.0.1 has come into effect, gaming and iGaming operators have been struggling to identify where they fall in scope, which SAQ paths apply to their specific architecture, and if Requirement 6.4.3 and 11.6.1 apply to them or their payment processors.
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vanta

The best TPRM software for 2026

Feb 9, 2026 By Vanta In Vanta
Vendor risk programs often scale faster than the teams that run them. Every new third-party relationship adds security questionnaires, evidence requests, and hours of manual follow-up. When a single vendor review can take 50+ hours, backlogs grow, reviews slow, and critical risks slip through. ‍ At the same time, vendor security postures change constantly.
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7 Data Safeguards for Alternative Asset Firms

7 Data Safeguards for Alternative Asset Firms

Feb 9, 2026 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
Alternative asset managers are handling more sensitive data than they used to, and regulators are watching closely. With evolving SEC disclosure rules and rising NYDFS expectations, firms need practical safeguards that align with how funds actually operate. Here's an overview of how managers stay afloat in this context and of the seven controls that help protect investor information while keeping your operations running smoothly.
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trustcloud

Backup policy template guide: essential, safe & simple

Feb 6, 2026 By Shweta Dhole In TrustCloud
Most teams only realize they need a backup policy after something goes wrong and by then, it’s too late. A clear, practical backup policy doesn’t just tick a compliance box; it keeps your business running when systems fail, ransomware hits, or someone accidentally deletes production data. This guide walks you through a ready-to-use backup policy template so you can define what to back up, how often, where it lives, and who is accountable, without starting from a blank page.
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ignyte Team

How to Test Your ISO 27001 Business Continuity Plan

Feb 6, 2026 By Max Aulakh In Ignyte
What happens when there’s an unexpected interruption to your business? Certainly, it depends on the kind of interruption. The way your business handles something like a power outage can be quite different from how you handle a wildfire, which will be different from how you handle a cyberattack. The core principles are the same. You want to have ways to defend your business, to restore services, and to ensure continuity as much as possible.
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APC Battery Recycling: A Complete Guide to Responsible UPS Battery Disposal

APC Battery Recycling: A Complete Guide to Responsible UPS Battery Disposal

Feb 6, 2026 By SecuritySenses In SecuritySenses
APC battery recycling is the most responsible and environmentally sound way to manage used or expired UPS batteries from APC systems. As uninterruptible power supplies become essential in homes, offices, and data centers, APC battery recycling has moved from being a niche concern to a critical sustainability practice. Proper APC battery recycling protects the environment, ensures regulatory compliance, and helps businesses and individuals avoid unnecessary risks associated with improper battery disposal.
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