Ending security obstructionism with human-centric security
Traditional cybersecurity practices often work to obstruct users rather than help them. In this article, we explore this phenomenon and ways to refocus on user-centered security.
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SIEM vs Antivirus What are the Differences?
Your antivirus protects your workstation from malware, but how do you protect your business from Advanced Persistent Threats?
Prescribing Strong API Security: A Lifeline for Healthcare Data
In 2024, healthcare organizations face heightened security challenges, mainly as they increasingly rely on Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) to support critical functions. APIs have become indispensable in driving digital transformation and improving operational efficiencies across healthcare systems. However, the rising complexity and volume of APIs, alongside insufficient security practices, have created a vulnerable environment ripe for exploitation.
Beyond Burnout: Key Takeaways from SOC Analyst Appreciation Day 2024
Feeling overwhelmed by alerts? You’re not alone. At SOC Analyst Appreciation Day (SAAD) 2024, we heard from countless analysts facing the same challenges of burnout, perfectionism, and the need for mentorship. With a fantastic line-up of speakers, including John Hammond, Ron Eddings, Peter Coroneos from Cybermindz, and other security leaders, this year’s event provided valuable insights and sparked engaging discussions.
Why SIEM Is Not Right for SaaS Security
When security information and event management (SIEM) tools came to the market over a decade ago, many practitioners considered the combination of information management and event management groundbreaking. Since then, the technology has gone through iterations to improve and enhance its capabilities, including the incorporation of user and entity behavior analytics (UEBA), machine learning and AI capabilities, and “out-of-the-box” configurations for smaller organizations to rely on.
The Key Benefits of SOC 2 Compliance
You can secure high-ticket enterprise deals and build customer trust faster than you think - all while safeguarding your business from costly data breaches. We've helped countless SaaS, finance, and healthcare startups achieve SOC 2 compliance and unlock new growth opportunities in record time. If you're a fast-growing company handling sensitive customer data, this is for you. You're missing out on major deals because your security standards aren't aligned with what big clients expect.
Common Pitfalls in SOC 2 Compliance and How to Avoid Them
I'm going to show you how to avoid the most common pitfalls in SOC 2 compliance. You'll be able to streamline your compliance process, ...without the stress of failed audits, endless documentation revisions, or expensive delays that could jeopardize key contracts. Mastering these strategies gives you a competitive edge, allowing you to breeze through the SOC 2 audit while others struggle with costly mistakes and missed deadlines.
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What Security Teams Need to Know About the EU's NIS 2 Directive
The deadline to get compliant with the EU's NIS 2 Directive is here. And this isn't just a minor update from its NIS 1 predecessor-it's a major expansion that carries with it new challenges and obligations. The directive now covers a whopping 300,000 organizations, up from just 20,000 under NIS 1. Sectors like aerospace, public administration, digital services, postal and courier services, and food production are now included. Organizations are classified into "essential" or "important" entities based on size and criticality to the economy.
Vanta Introduces EU AI Act Support for the Ethical Development and Use of AI in Europe
Providing European companies with support for local regulations and security best practices including the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and NIS 2. Accelerating European momentum with product enhancements and London office.
Introducing the integration of PAM360 and Network Configuration Manager
According to the 2024 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report, 83% of breaches involved external actors, with 49% utilizing stolen credentials. This stat highlights the critical need for businesses to effectively manage and secure credentials, particularly those used for network configurations, which form the backbone of any enterprise’s IT infrastructure.