Reviewing the Proposed CMMC Regulations: Key Takeaways and Recommendations

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) delivered a timely Christmas gift to government contractors and subcontractors last month – the proposed regulations for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. After over two years in development, the proposed rule, released on December 26, 2023, aims to enhance cybersecurity compliance across the defense industrial base.

Choosing the Best Cybersecurity Compliance Software

Digital threats have led to new cybersecurity regulations that organizations from various industries must follow. Staying compliant with cybersecurity regulations can be legally required, depending on the type of regulation, and organizations face steep penalties if they are non-compliant. With so many different regulations to adhere to, organizations often utilize cybersecurity compliance solutions to help them track compliance over time.

Shadow IT, Hidden Risk, and the insights that drive action to reduce exposure

The annual doctor wellness check always interests me. It’s generally the same routine every year: The doctor and I exchange pleasantries. She asks about any noticeable health changes while looking in my ears with that cool little penlight. If I’m lucky, she uses the mini-hammer to see how high my leg kicks after a gentle knee tap (I just love that for some reason). But it’s all a bit of a show, isn’t it?

PowerShell Security Best Practices

Windows PowerShell is a powerful scripting language and a command-line executor developed by Microsoft to provide a better interface for system administrators to simplify managing and automating administrative tasks. PowerShell was launched in 2006 and has been a standard feature of the Windows operating system (OS) since Windows 7, enabling system administrators to simplify and automate administrative tasks while following essential security best practices.

TrustCloud Named Security Innovation of the Year (SMB) by the Cloud Awards

TrustCloud announces it has been recognized with the Security Innovation of the Year (SMB) award in the 2023-2024 Cloud Awards program. The Cloud Awards has honored innovation in cloud computing since 2011, spanning diverse industry sectors and welcoming submissions from organizations across the globe.

Data Security and Privacy in Dental Technology

In the fast-evolving landscape of dental technology, prioritizing data security and privacy is paramount. As dental practices, like Elm Family Dentistry, increasingly embrace digital solutions, safeguarding sensitive information becomes a cornerstone for ensuring trust and compliance.

The Role of Penetration Testing in Cybersecurity Services

Cybersecurity is one of the most important aspects of business. With so many companies relying on computers to run their operations, cybersecurity threats can quickly become devastating if they go unaddressed. Penetration testing (also known as pen testing) is a method that can be used to find vulnerabilities in your company's IT infrastructure and then help you fix them before an attacker takes advantage of them.

Key Manager Plus' feature highlights from 2023

Happy New Year from Key Manager Plus! Though years may pass, one thing that never changes is our commitment towards providing hassle-free certificate life cycle management for every enterprise. To stay true to this goal, over the years, our team has constantly improved its offerings to match user requisites and market needs, and 2023 was no different, with updates that redefined the administrative experience and enhanced product security.

PCI DSS Requirement 1 - Changes from v3.2.1 to v4.0 Explained

As we all know, data security is a constantly evolving field, and it’s essential to keep up with the latest standards and requirements. And mark your calendars, because the current PCI DSS v3.2.1 is set to retire on March 31st, 2024. That’s right, the PCI Security Standards Council (SSC) has announced the release of the new and improved PCI DSS v4.0, and compliance with this updated version is mandatory for organizations to maintain data security.