In an increasingly digital world, cybersecurity has never been more critical for organizations of all sizes and industries. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, the potential impact of a security breach on an organization’s operations, reputation, and financial well-being can be devastating. As a result, integrating cybersecurity risk management into more comprehensive Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) practices (as opposed to localized technical or business processes) has become essential for building a resilient and secure business. 

This article explores the key considerations for incorporating CSRM into the ERM process, highlighting how organizations can protect their valuable assets and maintain a strong risk posture in the face of an ever-changing cyber threat landscape.

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In today’s interconnected world, IT system trustworthiness has become an essential cornerstone for critical infrastructure’s seamless and secure functioning. As governments, enterprises, and industrial organizations rely on complex digital systems, the trustworthiness of these systems must be measured and maintained. 

The need for trust in IT systems has been magnified by the rapid adoption of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and cloud computing, which have introduced new layers of complexity and vulnerability. 

Here, we discuss trustworthiness from the perspective of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), the challenges and strategies for achieving IT system trustworthiness, exploring the technologies, methodologies, and best practices that organizations can employ to safeguard their digital assets and instill confidence in their stakeholders.

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StateRAMP is now nearly two years old, and the small project is quickly becoming a mainstay in the security industry. State and local governments are looking for a solid cybersecurity framework that they can use to vet and certify cloud providers that they may work with. 

In this article, we’ll talk about the basics of StateRAMP, specifically the Security Assessment Framework, and the processes and documents required therein.

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