EO 14028 is bringing a lot of new security documentation requirements with it. Here's how SCA can help with creating that documentation.

The growth of Internet of Things (IoT) devices is reshaping our digital landscape. From smart thermostats to industrial sensors to IP cameras to smart toilets, these devices drive efficiency through innovation. But they aren’t secure by nature. A new UK law aims to make IoT products much more secure. On April 29, the UK’s Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI) Act became official and is now enforcing compliance across IoT assets.

As 99% of UK adults now own at least one smart device, and the average UK household enjoys the benefits of nine connected devices, the timing of new laws designed to protect consumers from hacking and cyber-attacks while using internet-connected smart devices couldn't be more timely.

On March 13, 2024, the European Parliament marked a significant milestone by adopting the Artificial Intelligence Act (AI Act), setting a precedent with the world’s first extensive horizontal legal regulation dedicated to AI.

The Connecticut State Government signed the Connecticut Data Privacy Act (CTDPA) into law on May 10, 2022, and the law became effective on July 1, 2023. The CTDPA joins the ranks of other US state privacy laws, like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the Colorado Privacy Act, providing Connecticut consumers with robust data privacy rights and protections.

The Oregon State Government passed Senate Bill 619, also known as the Oregon Consumer Privacy Act (OCPA), in July 2023. The OCPA will become effective on July 1, 2024, the same day the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act will also impose obligations on data controllers and processors. Oregon’s privacy legislation follows the structure of several other US data privacy laws, including the Colorado Privacy Act, the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act, and the Montana Consumer Privacy Act.

In the increasing digitisation of essential services, governments worldwide have been enacting legislation to ensure the protection of vital systems. Australia is like no other, and as we in cybersecurity are all aware, the Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (SOCI Act) stands as a crucial piece of legislation aimed at safeguarding our nation.

Alexandre Dumas's timeless novel "The Three Musketeers" immortalized the ideal of unyielding solidarity, the enduring motto "All for one and one for all." In the face of ever-evolving threats in the digital realm, the European Union echoes this spirit with its landmark Cyber Solidarity Act.

In today’s digital age, the exchange and storage of information has become very common in all sectors of the world, healthcare being no exception. But with this transmission and storage comes the dangers of security and unauthorized access. The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted with stringent regulations to safeguard this data and its violations can be severe.