Policies are an essential part of every administrator’s digital toolbox. They let you tailor 1Password to your organization’s needs, strengthening security where necessary and making it easier for team members to follow company guidelines and procedures. Don’t worry if you haven’t rolled out any policies yet. Out of the box, 1Password improves your organization’s security by helping everyone use strong passwords and securely share company secrets.

Over 80% of businesses use at least one Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) application in their operations, per a report by SaaS Academy. It’s easy to see why SaaS applications are the fulcrum of many businesses today. From collaboration tools to CRMs, SaaS platforms enable flexibility, scalability, and operational efficiency. However, this convenience also comes with several security risks.

The Tripwire Enterprise Change Audit rules provide customers with the ability to monitor for change events that could have an impact on a system. Monitoring for change events can help administrators identify malicious and/or unexpected changes within their environment.

The following is a guest blog by Lisel Newton, Executive Director, Information Security, Risk & Compliance at Gossamer Bio. When it comes to cybersecurity, too many companies treat offensive security measures, such as Red Team exercises and penetration testing, as mere compliance checkboxes. Gossamer Bio, however, prioritizes offensive security as an integral component of our proactive defense strategy rather than just a regulatory requirement.

With its immense power and versatility, PowerShell has become a modern Windows administration, scripting, and automation standard. Developed by Microsoft, it is a powerful automation and configuration tool/framework that integrates seamlessly with other Microsoft technologies. However, this power also brings potential risks, and to mitigate them, PowerShell introduces execution policies—a set of rules that determine the conditions under which PowerShell scripts can run.

In the context of the HITRUST CSF, the PRISMA Maturity Levels are designed to help organizations assess their cybersecurity posture and maturity in relation to security controls and practices. The PRISMA maturity levels are structured to reflect different stages of an organization’s ability to effectively implement and manage cybersecurity controls. Two of the PRISMA levels are Implementation and Measured.

Effective risk management is crucial for organizational success in the business environment. Central to this process is the designation of risk owners—individuals accountable for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks within their domains. Assigning the right risk owners not only enhances risk management but also fosters a culture of accountability and proactive problem-solving.

Patrick Orzechowski (also known as “PO”) is Torq’s Field CISO, bringing his years of experience and expertise as a SOC leader to our customers. PO is a seasoned security veteran with a deep understanding of the modern security landscape. You can find him talking to SOC leaders and CISOs from major brands at cybersecurity events around the world. Why AI-driven Hyperautomation is the answer to your SOC pain.