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Unlocking Enhanced Security: What Egnyte's FedRAMP Moderate Equivalency Means for You

You may have read our recent blog about the EgnyteGov platform achieving FedRAMP Moderate Equivalency, and why it’s a significant milestone. In this latest blog, I’ll explain how Egnyte’s FedRAMP Moderate Equivalency benefits our current and prospective customers in managing their critical data.

SOC 2 for healthcare organizations: Benefits and compliance steps

Healthcare organizations operate under an extension of regulations, HIPAA being amongst the top, leaving little room to prioritize voluntary frameworks like SOC 2. ‍ However, overlooking SOC 2 is a missed strategic opportunity as it offers structured, actionable security guidance that not only strengthens security and privacy posture but also facilitates HIPAA compliance. ‍ In this guide, you’ll learn why that’s the case and discover: ‍

How to build a unified control framework for multi-standard compliance

In this article Businesses face an increasingly complex environment when it comes to compliance. With multiple standards emerging from different jurisdictions and regulatory bodies, achieving operational efficiency while ensuring regulatory adherence can be challenging. A Unified Control Framework (UCF) designed to handle multi-standard compliance is not just a technical solution; it is a leadership imperative that demands vision, collaboration, and robust strategies.

DORA Compliance: What It Means for Global Institutions

As cyber threats grow in complexity and financial systems become increasingly reliant on interconnected digital infrastructure, the European Union’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is redefining the technical and governance requirements for how financial entities and their Information and Communication Technology (ICT) service providers manage, withstand, and recover from operational disruptions.

110 security and compliance statistics for tech leaders to know in 2025

Staying compliant has never been more complex or more critical. With evolving regulations, expanding tech stacks, and increasing third-party exposure, today’s security and compliance teams are under constant pressure to reduce risk while upholding trust. Understanding the latest trends is key to staying ahead. ‍ This roundup of security and compliance statistics brings together the most up-to-date data on regulatory readiness, breach impact, automation, vendor risk, and more.

GDPR, CCPA, and ISO 27701: Harmonizing global data privacy compliance

In this article Data has become one of the most valuable assets for organizations. The increased flow of personal information across borders has compelled regulatory bodies and industry standards to introduce robust data privacy frameworks. Three prominent instruments that have emerged on the global stage are the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and the International Organization for Standardization’s ISO 27701 standard.

Third-party risk is everyone's problem: What CISOs need to know now

In this article The alarm wasn’t a breach. It was an invoice. A mid-sized enterprise onboarding a new analytics vendor found themselves tangled in a post-implementation scramble: customer data had been shared without encryption, the vendor’s security posture was based on trust alone, and legal had skipped the SLA review because “they’d worked with them before.” What followed wasn’t a data loss, but something quieter and more corrosive, an erosion of confidence.

Big News for the CMMC Program: Companion DFARS Rule Reaches OMB Review

The Department of Defense’s (DOD) has at long last submitted its’ final rule to the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) for final review, “Assessing Contractor Implementation of Cybersecurity Requirements (DFARS Case 2019-D041).” The submission is a game changer for the defense sector, as it marks a critical milestone for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program, indicating an estimated Q4 start to the rollout and enforceability.

What Happened to The FedRAMP JAB Process?

The government doesn’t often move quickly, but when it moves, the changes it makes tend to have long-term and far-reaching ripple effects throughout business and industry. That’s true whether it’s a policy decision, a financial decision, or a restructuring of an organization, and it will always be true at the scale the federal government operates. One recent change in the world of government cybersecurity is a change to how FedRAMP operates.

IT Security Audit in 2025: Stay Compliant, Secure and Ahead

Today, where the world changes every second, IT security audits might not make up just a best practice anymore, they can rather be considered a basic requirement. Every type of organization from small enterprises to multinational companies needs to conduct a thorough cyber security audit to best protect themselves from ever-rising risks such as data breaches, ransomware, and insider threats.

ISO 27001 for healthcare companies: Benefits and implementation steps

ISO 27001 is a widely used standard for protecting the security of organizations across sectors and their data through comprehensive controls. While it’s beneficial for virtually any industry, organizations in the healthcare sector often find it especially valuable. ‍ This is because they’re often subject to extensive but vaguely defined regulations, and ISO 27001 provides the structured approach to compliance they need.

How to Manage Digital Gifting in B2B With a Compliant Gift Card API

Modern businesses face mounting pressure to strengthen relationships with employees, clients, and partners through meaningful rewards. Traditional gifting methods create logistical nightmares, compliance headaches, and budget overruns that drain resources. Companies need solutions that streamline reward distribution while meeting strict regulatory requirements. Digital gifting platforms offer the answer, but only when backed by robust API infrastructure that ensures security, compliance, and seamless integration with existing business systems.

Helping businesses earn and prove trust: Announcing Vanta's $150 million Series D

Vanta has raised a $150M Series D and is now valued at $4.15 billion. ‍ Financing mile markers are exciting validation of what we’re building and also serve as a rare moment to reflect on the company and hone in more sharply on our mission. ‍ Vanta’s mission is to help businesses earn and prove trust. ‍ We believe trust is the critical ingredient to growth.

Leveraging AI to reduce cybersecurity costs and risks: A CISO's guide

In this article Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) face a dual imperative in the digital landscape of today: safeguarding their organizations from an ever-evolving threat landscape while managing escalating security costs. Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers transformative potential in meeting these challenges by automating threat detection, streamlining compliance, and optimizing resource allocation.

How CISOs are using AI to automate risk assessments in 2025

In this article In 2025, the role of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and compliance leadership has become even more critical in ensuring that risk assessments are not only comprehensive but also agile and adaptive. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in cybersecurity, enabling risk assessments to be automated, more accurate, and proactive.

Why Most Businesses Fail at GDPR & How you can win

60% of companies think they’re GDPR-compliant… but they’re not. And when the audits or complaints hit, it’s already too late. The average GDPR fine so far has exceeded €1.5 million for large corporations, with smaller businesses also facing substantial penalties. Nearly 70% of companies lack a comprehensive data inventory, leaving them vulnerable. Only 50% of organizations have a formal breach response plan in place.

How Software Modernization Can Strengthen Your Cybersecurity

Computer systems, platforms, and programs need regular updates. If your corporate software has not been updated for some time, it may be not compatible with newer versions of operating systems and modern devices. Legacy systems developed around a decade or more ago, often run on outdated protocols or utilize unsupported libraries which makes them exposed to modern security threats. Thus, some sensitive data - personal, financial information, intellectual property - may leak or be corrupted due to outdated solutions being exploited in the company.

Your complete guide to compliance management software

The regulatory landscape is constantly evolving to address new technologies and risks. As a result, organizations must navigate an increasing number of frameworks to protect their systems and data. ‍ Manually managing complex compliance workflows, such as control effectiveness monitoring, can lead to inconsistent documentation, human error, and costly audit failures.

Egnyte and FedRAMP Compliance: Unlocking New Opportunities for the Public Sector

Federal agencies and contractors today are disproportionately targeted by cyber attackers as they store and manage sensitive public and government data. As a result, their data security standards need to be the most stringent, and software providers who partner with them must attest to the highest standards.

How to implement CPS 234: A 7-step compliance guide

In 2024, Vanta’s State of Trust Report found that cybersecurity threats were the number one concern for Australian organisations. To mitigate such threats, the Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority (APRA) developed CPS 234—a robust security framework that all APRA-regulated entities must implement. ‍ CPS 234 addresses virtually all aspects of an entity’s security infrastructure, so implementation can be challenging without guidance.

Third-party risk management: What's next | TrustTalks - Ep 35 | Security and GRC Podcast

Akshay sits down with Paola to discuss Third-party risk management. Third-party risk isn’t just a security checkbox anymore, it’s becoming one of the most dynamic and high-stakes areas of enterprise risk. In this episode, we unpack where third-party risk management is headed: from static spreadsheets to real-time monitoring, from annual audits to AI-driven insights, and from compliance pressure to competitive advantage.

Third-party risk management: Trends, tech, and what's next

In this article There’s a silent shift happening in boardrooms, risk teams, and procurement departments across counters, and it’s reshaping how companies think about their vendors. Third-party risk used to be a compliance afterthought, reduced to a stack of spreadsheets and annual checklists. But not anymore.

How NIST, EO 14028, and CRA Are Shaping IoT Cybersecurity Compliance

In 2025, the regulatory environment for connected devices is shifting rapidly, with the regulatory landscape evolving due to new policies like the EU NIS2 Directive and related frameworks. As the risk of cyberattacks on critical infrastructure and IoT ecosystems increases, organizations face significant security challenges in this evolving environment.

CPS 234 vs. ISO 27001: Differences and overlaps

CPS 234 and ISO 27001 are two industry-accepted standards that help protect organisations from cyber attacks—one of the biggest threats and concerns Australian organisations experienced in 2024. The standards can be said to share the same end goal—increasing cyber resilience while helping manage information security more effectively. ‍ Despite this shared goal, CPS 234 and ISO 27001 come with notable differences.

Vanta Acquires Riskey to Transform Vendor Risk with Continuous, AI-Powered Monitoring

Vanta announces the acquisition of Riskey, a pioneer in real-time third- and fourth-party risk monitoring. The addition of Riskey's technology into Vanta Vendor Risk Management (VRM) significantly advances Vanta's capabilities in supporting security teams with an automated approach to VRM - replacing static point-in-time assessments with continuous, AI-driven risk intelligence.

Supercharging Vendor Risk Management: Vanta acquires Riskey

Today, we're taking a big step toward making trust management even easier for our customers: Vanta has acquired Riskey, a company leading the way in real-time third-party risk monitoring. Their continuous vendor monitoring and alerting will soon be part of Vanta’s Vendor Risk Management product. ‍ Managing vendor risk is more important than ever.

Ensuring Compliance with DORA: How Trustwave Secures Your Databases and Meets Regulatory Standards

The EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) establishes a unified regulatory framework to ensure financial institutions can withstand and recover from IT disruptions. As a cornerstone of operational resilience, secure and compliant database environments are critical to safeguarding sensitive financial data and maintaining regulatory alignment.

Understanding AI compliance and its importance for organizations

As AI capabilities grow, organizations are adopting it for compliance monitoring, risk analysis, and data processing. However, increased use also introduces new risks, making strict regulation essential, especially in sectors where sensitive data is involved—like finance, insurance, and healthcare. Mishandling this information can lead to reputational damage, legal action, or hefty fines.

ISO 42001 & NIST AI RMF: Practical steps for responsible AI governance

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries, responsible governance has emerged as a business necessity. Organizations deploying AI face the challenge of maintaining innovation while mitigating risks related to bias, data privacy, security, and transparency. Two major frameworks – ISO 42001 and NIST AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF)—have been developed to help businesses navigate this balance.

Bret Taylor of Sierra: How to sell to Enterprise Companies as an AI Startup | Frameworks for Growth

In this episode of Frameworks for Growth, Vanta CEO Christina Cacioppo sits down with Bret Taylor, Co-founder and CEO of Sierra, to discuss the evolution of technology, from the early days of cloud at Salesforce, to enterprise-ready AI companies—plus cultural lessons from companies like Google and Facebook, and what it takes to launch successful AI startups today. Bret shares insights from decades at the forefront of tech innovation—including his time as co-CEO of Salesforce and CTO of Facebook—offering advice for founders navigating today’s market and tomorrow’s challenges.

Why measuring your security maturity matters (And how we do it at Vanta)

Security maturity means different things to different organizations, but the one constant is that it needs to be structured. By consistently assessing where you stand and where you need to go against a solid framework, you're able to take what seems like an impossible goal and break it down into achievable and actionable checkpoints that actually move the needle. ‍ The key to making this work isn't just having the right framework but making sure the right stakeholders are involved in the process.

HIPAA violations in 2025: Staff mistakes and vendor blind spots

HIPAA violations don’t always come from malicious attacks or headline-making data breaches. More often, they stem from everyday mistakes, like misdirected emails and vendors that aren’t as secure as they seem. Even small slip-ups can expose protected health information (PHI) and invite major consequences. ‍ In today’s complex compliance landscape, those mistakes are alarmingly common.

HIPAA 2.0, Minimum Viable Hospitals, and Strategies for Cyber Resilience within Healthcare

Welcome to the Data Security Decoded podcast, brought to you by Rubrik Zero Labs. In each episode, we discuss cybersecurity with thought leaders and industry experts, getting their take on trends, themes, and how they see data security evolving. This is a must-listen for security and IT leaders looking to better understand trends shaping data security and how they can achieve cyber resilience.

What's the Cheapest Way to Comply with HIPAA Online Tracking Technology Rules?

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) clarified in 2022 and again in 2023 that tracking technologies like Meta Pixel and GA4 can expose Protected Health Information (PHI). This applies even if PHI isn’t explicitly shared—contextual data such as appointment searches or logged-in status on a patient portal can qualify.

Ransomware Strikes : The Final Conclusion (Part 4)

Moving into the Final Chapter of Our Ransomware Series! You've made it through the critical first hour—great job! Now, the real work begins. In this video, we go into the after effects and solutions to what happens after the initial containment, including the importance of a solid Incident Response Plan, whether to pay the ransom, engaging experts, and the crucial steps to recover and harden your defenses.

Continuous audit readiness: Multi-frame compliance for strategic advantage

Navigating the business environment calls for a proactive approach to risk management—particularly through continuous audit readiness. This strategy not only assures compliance across multiple frameworks, but it also drives operational efficiency, protects brand reputation, and supports strategic decision-making initiatives.

Who Owns CMMC Evidence Collection in a Small Business?

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, CMMC, is a critical part of ensuring robust and equal information security from top to bottom throughout the Department of Defense’s supply chain. A common misconception about CMMC, stemming from previous pre-CMMC security, is that it primarily applies to prime contractors and big businesses.

Streamline audit workflows with the Vanta + Fieldguide integration

Audits are hard enough. Chasing down duplicate evidence across systems shouldn’t be part of the process. We’re excited to announce we’ve joined Fieldguide’s open ecosystem, the industry-leading AI-powered platform built for top global CPA firms and enterprise-focused audit providers. ‍ This integration is designed to reduce friction, eliminate redundant work, and help both companies and auditors complete reviews more efficiently with streamlined communications.

Essential Eight framework: A comprehensive guide to compliance

In 2010, the Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) developed a set of prioritised threat mitigation strategies to provide cybersecurity guidance to government agencies and organisations. Over time, eight of those strategies proved to be the most effective and were formalised into the Essential Eight (E8) framework, officially published in 2017.

DORA and NIS 2: Regulatory Compliance as a Competitive Advantage for MSPs

The evolution and growing impact of cyberthreats are increasingly impacting the economic and social fabric. From attacks on business infrastructures to political disinformation campaigns and ransomware targeting critical environments such as hospitals or transportation networks, the impact is no longer just technical; it’s systemic.

The Superior Long-Term Investment for Municipal Planners: Solar Street Lights or Traditional Systems?

Smart, green infrastructure is becoming the norm for municipalities across the globe, and public lighting is one of its critical components. Solar street light systems are becoming increasingly popular as a cost-effective and sustainable solution compared to traditional street lighting systems. For municipal planners, the decision of choosing between both technologies is extremely important in terms of long-term returns on investments.

DORA Non-Compliance Could Cost Your Business

Prompted by a new era of cyber-attacks surging downtime and data breaches, the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) regulation came into force on 17th of January to reshape how organisations approach security, privacy and cybersecurity. Cybercriminals are becoming increasingly daring and creative, with an expected rise in the exploitation of new vulnerabilities in 2025.

Cybersecurity Compliance in Finance: Why It's Your First Line of Trust, Not Just a Checkbox

In financial services, trust is everything. Clients trust you with their data, their money, and their future. But that trust can vanish overnight—especially when a cybersecurity incident exposes weak governance or regulatory non-compliance. In today’s threat landscape, financial institutions are more than just attractive targets for cybercriminals—they’re often the most regulated, most scrutinized, and most unforgiving places for a security slip.

A 7-step Essential Eight compliance checklist

Implementing Essential Eight (E8) is mandatory for in-scope organisations, such as government agencies, critical infrastructure providers, and other non-corporate Commonwealth entities (NCEs). ‍ Even if your organisation isn’t scoped by the framework, aligning with E8 is recommended because it outlines the baseline requirements for defending against cyber threats.

Data Control at the Edge Cloudflare & FedRAMP in Action

This exclusive webinar discovers how Cloudflare helps agencies stay secure and compliant. Cloudflare Data Localization Suite allows customers to leverage the resiliency, security and performance of the Cloudflare global anycast network while maintaining appropriate data residency controls. This session explores Cloudflare’s unique approach to FedRAMP compliance. Learn how FedRAMP authorized services from Cloudflare can help agencies and contractors enhance, secure and monitor both public and private applications whether hosted on-prem or in the cloud.

How to get HITRUST certified

How to get HITRUST certified has become a strategic move for organizations handling sensitive health and financial data. It demonstrates a serious commitment to information security, privacy, and regulatory compliance. However, the path to certification is often viewed as daunting – requiring time, budget, internal effort, and cross-functional coordination. Many organizations struggle with cost concerns, internal resource limitations, and uncertainty about the actual return on investment.

SOC 2 complete guide

SOC 2 compliance is no longer a “nice to have” – it’s an essential requirement for SaaS providers and service organizations handling sensitive client data. Whether you’re a startup looking to build credibility or an established firm entering enterprise deals, SOC 2 offers a structured framework to demonstrate your commitment to security, privacy, and operational integrity.

Automating evidence collection for regulatory compliance: Tools & best practices

With mounting pressures from regulatory bodies, leaders face the dual challenge of maintaining audit readiness while streamlining processes to combat increasing administrative overhead. Automation is emerging as a strategic solution that not only addresses existing pain points but also transforms the enforcement of compliance into a proactive business function.

Introducing Vanta Trust Maturity Report: Benchmark your security maturity against 11,000+ programs

Security is no longer just part of running a business—it’s the backbone of building customer trust. But there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to building a reliable and scalable security program. Every organization—regardless of size, industry, or region—faces unique challenges that shape its security needs and investments. ‍ Customers often tell us they want more tools to benchmark their programs against industry peers and best practices.

Vanta is a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Governance, Risk, and Compliance Software Vendor Assessment, 2025

Vanta's AI-powered trust management platform centralizes key program areas, reduces manual efforts with automation, and continuously monitors your GRC program to drive measurable business impact. Recently, Vanta was named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Governance, Risk, and Compliance Software Vendor Assessment 2025 (Doc # US53615325, June 2025). ‍ The IDC MarketScape assesses the competitive landscape, analyzing qualitative and quantitative criteria to evaluate GRC vendors.

Ransomware Strikes : Actionable steps Minute 20-60 (Part 3)

In Part 3 of our Ransomware Strikes series, We are going to cover the important steps that one should take within the first 20 minutes to the interval of 60 minutes of a ransomware attack to preserve vital evidence and ensure an effective response. Global ransomware damage costs are projected to reach $20 billion annually by 2025, up from $5 billion in 2021. Organizations of all sizes are vulnerable; in 2023 alone, over 60% of organizations reported experiencing a ransomware incident.

Understanding AI governance: Why most organizations feel overwhelmed by regulations

As AI adoption accelerates across industries, the pressure to ensure responsible and compliant use is growing just as fast. Conversations around AI governance, once niche, are now central to boardroom strategy, legal risk assessments, and day-to-day operations. ‍ While organizations widely acknowledge the need for clear oversight, many of them are struggling to keep up. In our latest survey of industry leaders, half of the respondents said they feel overwhelmed by AI regulations.

How much does Essential Eight cost? A complete breakdown

The Australian Essential Eight is a cybersecurity framework that helps organisations protect their systems against common cyber threats. Although compliance isn’t mandatory for non-government entities, the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) strongly encourages organisations to implement it due to its broad coverage. ‍ Depending on your organisation’s size and tech environment, implementing the Essential Eight can require a significant investment.

How Feroot Helps Security Teams Meet NIST SP 800-53 Controls for Web Application Protection

NIST Special Publication 800-53 is a cybersecurity and privacy framework developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). It provides a standardized set of security controls for federal information systems, covering everything from access control and incident response to system monitoring and supply chain risk management.

Compliance Isn't Security: Why Businesses Must Think Beyond the Basics

Industry compliance frameworks like GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS have become the go-to benchmarks for cybersecurity. But here's the hard truth: meeting compliance standards doesn't guarantee your data is secure. While these frameworks set essential guardrails, they often fail to address fast-evolving cyber threats that target businesses every day. For modern enterprises, staying secure requires going beyond checkbox compliance.

Customer assurance portals: Enhancing trust and accelerating sales cycles

Effective leadership demands innovative strategies that address customer concerns while streamlining business processes. One such strategy involves the use of customer assurance portals to build trust and accelerate sales cycles. As business leaders explore new avenues to stay ahead, understanding the power and potential of these portals is imperative.

What is a SOC 2 Report?

You’re facing a SOC 2 audit, and you don’t quite know what to expect or how to prepare for it. Although an independent auditor will inspect your company’s IT security program, you’re not entirely sure what information the resulting report may contain. To get fully prepared, it can be helpful to look at some real-life SOC 2 audit report examples. In the following article, we’ll look at a few sample SOC 2 reports, but first, let’s address the obvious question.

What Are the Biggest HIPAA Compliance Risks in Retargeting and Digital Marketing for Healthcare Organizations?

Digital marketing relies on user behavior data — but for healthcare organizations, that data often includes protected health information (PHI). If ad platforms or third-party scripts collect PHI without consent or encryption, your organization could face HIPAA violations.

Episode 23: The truth about compliance, audits, and privacy ft. Kudiyarasan Balakrishnan

What does compliance really mean and why does it matter? In this episode of Server Room, we’re joined by Kudiyarasan Balakrishnan, Manager of Compliance at Zoho Corp., to demystify compliance, audits, privacy frameworks like ISO, GDPR, and more. Learn how compliance can drive innovation instead of slowing you down. It enables a business to operate confidently, securely, and responsibly while still moving fast.

FedRAMP Penetration Testing Compliance in 2025: A Guide

Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) penetration testing compliance is a formal and systematic assessment that all Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) must conduct before providing their services to the U.S. government to meet stringent security criteria. The hands-on test allows security professionals to emulate the techniques of malicious actors to determine whether they can bypass the system’s security measures.

ISO 27017 Cloud Controls: List of Tasks for Providers

Most of the time on the Ignyte blog, we talk about overarching security frameworks like FedRAMP, CMMC, and ISO 27001. Sometimes, though, it’s worth digging deeper into smaller-scale elements of these frameworks. Today’s target is ISO 27017, the ISO/IEC publication focusing on cloud service security. What does this document entail, who needs to use it, and what does compliance involve? Let’s discuss.

Achieving PCI DSS Level 1 Compliance: A Comprehensive Guide

Purpose: Help payment service providers achieve PCI DSS Level 1 compliance with enterprise-grade security. Scope: Technical requirements across network, data, access, physical, and cloud environments. Outcome: A compliant, breach-resistant system that builds trust and streamlines audits. Methodology: Real-world pentesting, layered defenses, and compliance-driven implementation. In 2023 alone, the payments industry handled north of 3.4 trillion transactions worth >$1.8 quadrillion.

Why Tank Liners Are Essential for Long-Term Water Storage in Industrial Facilities

Water storage is a critical component in industrial operations across sectors such as manufacturing, mining, energy, and agriculture. However, maintaining the integrity of these storage systems over time is a growing challenge - especially when tanks are exposed to harsh chemicals, abrasive materials, or fluctuating temperatures. One proven solution is the installation of high-quality tank liners.

Qantas airways 2025 Data Breach of 6 million customers | Cybersecurity

On 30th June 2025, Qantas Airlines suffered a massive data breach affecting over 6 million customers. Personal information like names, emails, phone numbers, and frequent flyer details were exposed in a cyber-attack targeting third-party vendor systems. In this video, we break down exactly what happened, how cybercriminal groups like Scattered Spider are exploiting vulnerabilities, and what this means for you as a customer and for the airline industry.

Hiding in the Shadows: How Threats Exploit the Unprepared

Every 39 seconds, a cyberattack strikes – and most victims don’t see it coming. In today’s hyperconnected world, attackers no longer need to break in. They wait patiently in the dark corners of your network—undetected, automated, and already inside. NeoSystems’ recent webinar, “Hiding in the Shadows,” exposes this chilling reality and what it takes to shine a light on modern threats before they take hold.

The ROI of automated third-party risk management: A leadership perspective

As organizations become increasingly reliant on third-party vendors and external partners, leaders must ensure that risk management practices are both robust and efficient. Automated third-party risk management (TPRM) offers a transformative opportunity to drive measurable returns on investment (ROI) while enhancing operational resilience.

Risk register template guide

A risk register is a structured document used to identify, track, and manage risks throughout a project or within an organization’s operations. It serves as a central repository for all known risks, helping teams stay aware of potential issues that could impact objectives. Each entry typically includes a risk description, the likelihood and impact of the risk, the person responsible, and planned mitigation or treatment actions.

Ransomware Strikes! What to Do in the First 60 Minutes: Understanding the Threat (Part 2)

Are you prepared for a ransomware attack? In this 2nd part of our "Ransomware Strikes! What to Do in the First 60 Minutes" series, we move forward on one of the most terrifying cyber threats facing businesses today. Join VISTA InfoSec, an officially empaneled organization with CREST, PCI Council, CSRO SG, SWIFT, and CERT-IN, as we dive deep into the reality of ransomware in 2024. We'll reveal staggering statistics and solutions that you ought to execute to escape the mess.

ISO 27001 certification: Cost, process, timelines and implementation in 2025

In this article Businesses looking for serious compliance street cred often turn first to ISO 27001. ISO 27001 is a globally recognized framework that outlines and defines information security management system (ISMS) requirements. Because being ISO 27001 certified demonstrates an organization meets best practices for information security, ISO certification can give businesses a significant competitive advantage. If you’re weighing ISO 27001 vs.

How we fixed a session race condition at Vanta

Vanta provides audit firms and managed service providers (MSPs) with a dedicated console that allows them to oversee their clients and deliver audit and management services effectively. Partners work with their customers within their Vanta instances, conducting audits or helping them set up and manage their security and compliance program.

Navigating SOC 2 automation: A modern approach to continuous compliance

We once had a mid-market fintech client come to us in the middle of a SOC 2 renewal panic. Their CTO described it as “death by screenshot” – a desperate scramble to gather Slack threads, access logs, and onboarding spreadsheets just to satisfy the auditor’s checklist. They had the right policies. They had the right intentions. What they didn’t have was time.

The AI advantage in first-party risk management

Risk management is evolving at a pace that compels organizations to adopt more advanced technologies. Among these, artificial intelligence is emerging as a leading force in transforming internal oversight practices, particularly in the realm of first-party risk management. The need to manage risks that originate within the organization has prompted leaders to reevaluate and innovate traditional strategies, making AI an indispensable component of modern risk frameworks.

5 Ways Regulatory Changes Are Shaping Data Security Strategies

Today's regulations and info edicts aren't just red tape-they're rewriting the rules of how you protect data, especially as you swim through the web. From breach reporting to global privacy laws, keeping up with compliance updates can help you walk through a smarter, faster security game for your personal and professional interests. This is why, if you're handling and managing sensitive info-or just want to avoid fines and fallout-here's how the latest legal shifts are reshaping how you can secure what matters most.