Privacy

Combined Risk Management for Security, Privacy and Compliance

Privacy regulations boil down to protecting information. In other words, privacy is about the security of data. The various privacy rights can be traced back to core security principles defined by NIST as Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA). The different privacy

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Security Program, Privacy

Three Essential Elements of an Adaptable Risk-Based Privacy Program

Given the complexity and cost of security, privacy and compliance efforts, a comprehensive risk management program is the best overall approach. A combined program helps reduce duplicate efforts and optimizes the ability to adapt to changes.

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Security Program, Privacy

Security is the Foundation for Building an Adaptable, Future-Proof Privacy Program

Privacy regulations boil down to protecting information. In other words, privacy is about the security of data. In today’s data-driven economy, your organization’s data is often its most valuable asset. You may be subject to multiple jurisdictions

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HIPAA, Privacy, CCPA, GDPR, CPRA

Privacy Law Confusion and The American Data Privacy Protection Act

The American Data Privacy Protection Act currently making its way to the House floor is not just another privacy bill destined for failure. On the contrary, unlike past attempts, today's political climate is ripe for action in the wake of the

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Privacy

Building a Privacy Program that Works Across Jurisdictions

Privacy and security were historically two separate disciplines. However, over the years, the two have grown closer together. Moreover, as the landscape of privacy regulations continues to evolve, the most recent comprehensive privacy laws close

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CISO, vCISO, Security Program, Privacy

Virtual Chief Privacy Officer – Outsource Your Privacy Program

The fact that each state in the U.S. seems to have specific privacy laws with no central comprehensive federal law makes it difficult to know what privacy regulations apply to your organization. Therefore, navigating the privacy legal waters

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Privacy, CCPA

Biometric Privacy in the Workplace – What You Need to Know

The complex legal landscape surrounding privacy, including biometrics, continues to evolve at the state level. Arduous legislation has led to lengthy privacy policies across the internet. Based on a study conducted by former chief technologist for

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PCI DSS, SOC2, CISO, vCISO, CIS Controls, Security Program, Privacy, Red Teaming

Why You Should Hire a Virtual Data Protection Officer (vDPO) Now

The Data Protection Officer (DPO) is a role required by the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). If your organization is subject to GDPR and meets the large-scale data handling factors, you need a DPO. What can you do if you don't have an

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PCI DSS, SOC2, CISO, vCISO, CIS Controls, Security Program, Privacy, Red Teaming

The Seven Essential Qualities of a vCISO

Not every business can internally support the staffing and resources necessary to independently develop robust cybersecurity and privacy programs. Fortunately, you can partially or fully outsource to trusted partners the jobs of CISO and IT security

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Privacy, CPRA

CPPA Reduces the CPRA Implementation Window for New Privacy Laws

During a public board meeting on February 17, 2022, the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) indicated it would likely miss the July 1, 2022 deadline for the finalized draft of the CPRA. The delay is due to more time and resources required to

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