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NIST vs. ISO: Understanding the Difference

NIST vs. ISO: Understanding the Difference

As a business, you need to have benchmarks to work against in all facets of your work. That's especially true when it comes to cybersecurity. In this area, there are two main groups that offer guidelines: The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). What's the difference between the two, and which one should you follow? Here's what you need to know.
ISO 27001 Audit: Everything You Need to Know

ISO 27001 Audit: Everything You Need to Know

In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about conducting ISO/IEC 27001 audits to receive and maintain your ISO 27001 certification. You’ll learn about ISO 27001 audit requirements, why an ISO 27001 audit is important, how long it takes to conduct audits, and who can conduct audits that prove your company follows up-to-date information security management best practices.
11 Common Authentication Vulnerabilities You Need to Know

11 Common Authentication Vulnerabilities You Need to Know

In this article, we’ll take a look at what authentication vulnerabilities are, how they emerge, and how these issues can affect your organization. Also, you’ll learn about the most common authentication-based vulnerabilities and their implications. By the end of this article, you’ll know the best practices to prevent these authentication issues and keep sensitive data safe.
How to Avert Authentication Bypass Vulnerabilities for Self-hosted Web Infrastructure

How to Avert Authentication Bypass Vulnerabilities for Self-hosted Web Infrastructure

When it comes to self-hosting critical web infrastructure, modern security requires more than simply siloing an appliance to a local network. In this article, we will discuss new methods for authentication bypass vulnerabilities, simplify end-user experiences, and satisfy compliance requirements—without the need for legacy VPN solutions. Here’s how.
ISO 27001 Certification Process: A Definitive Guide

ISO 27001 Certification Process: A Definitive Guide

In this article, you’ll learn about what the ISO 27001 certification process is and how it can be used to lay the foundation for a secure organization. By the end of this article, you’ll have a good understanding of why an ISO 27001 certification is a signal of an organization’s commitment to data protection and risk mitigation.
ISO 27001 vs. 27002 vs. 27003: What’s the Difference?

ISO 27001 vs. 27002 vs. 27003: What’s the Difference?

Organizations around the world rely on the standards set in the ISO 27000 series for information security management best practices. In this article, we’ll compare the first three standards in the ISO/IEC 27000 family: ISO 27001 vs. 27002 vs. 27003. By the end, you’ll have a better understanding of what each standard covers, how they differ from one another, and when to use them.
ISO 27001 Checklist: Easy-to-Follow Implementation Guide

ISO 27001 Checklist: Easy-to-Follow Implementation Guide

In this article, we’ll walk you through the ISO 27001 checklist you’ll use en route to your cybersecurity certification. From assigning roles to implementing controls, assessing risks, and documenting your processes for future audits, you can use the ISO 27001 compliance checklist to ensure you’re on the right track for your official audit.
How Much Does ISO 27001 Certification Cost in 2024?

How Much Does ISO 27001 Certification Cost in 2024?

In this article, we’ll look at the overall price tag for one International Standards Organization certification (ISO 27001), along with some of the factors that impact costs and why they vary across organizations. You’ll learn about different ISO 27001 certification costs, from the audit, with its ISO 27001 exam cost, to implementation and maintenance. By the end of this article, you’ll get a sense of the factors involved in ISO 27001 certification and be able to compare quotes to decide your
ISO 27001 vs. SOC 2: Understanding the Difference

ISO 27001 vs. SOC 2: Understanding the Difference

SOC 2 and ISO 27001 both provide companies with strategic frameworks and standards to measure their security controls and systems against. But what’s the difference between SOC 2 vs. ISO 27001? In this article, we’ll provide an ISO 27001 and SOC 2 comparison, including what they are, what they have in common, which one is right for you, and how you can use these certifications to improve your overall cybersecurity posture.
Data Loss Prevention Best Practices

Data Loss Prevention Best Practices

Data loss prevention (DLP) can save organizations millions of dollars on data breaches every year. In this article, we will take a big-picture look at data loss prevention and discover how DLP tools and processes strengthen an enterprise’s security posture.
SOC 2 Type 2 Guide | Everything You Need To Know

SOC 2 Type 2 Guide | Everything You Need To Know

There are several different levels of SOC (Service Organization Control) reports and types, so it is easy to get them confused. This post will focus on outlining the path to SOC 2 Type 2.
How To Speed Up A SOC 2 Audit by Narrowing Your SOC 2 Scope

How To Speed Up A SOC 2 Audit by Narrowing Your SOC 2 Scope

Ways to narrow your SOC 2 audit scope to save your company time and money so you receive your SOC 2 report with fewer migraines.
SOC 2 Type 1 Guide | Everything You Need To Know

SOC 2 Type 1 Guide | Everything You Need To Know

SOC 2 Type 1 report assesses the design of security processes at a specific point in time, while a Type 2 report assesses how effective those controls are over time by observing operations for six months.
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