Security Compliance vs Certification: Understanding the Differences 06/04/2023 – Posted in: Information Security, Security Framework

Time needed to read: 4 minutes In today’s digital age, cybersecurity has become more important than ever before. As cyberattacks become more frequent and sophisticated, it’s crucial for organizations to implement effective security measures to protect their data and systems. Two terms that often come up in the context of cybersecurity are security compliance and certification. While they might seem similar, there are important differences between the two. In this blog post, we’ll explore what…

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NIST: An Overview of the National Institute of Standards and Technology 30/03/2023 – Posted in: Information Security

Time to Read: 3 minutes. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is a federal agency that develops and promotes standards, guidelines, and best practices for a variety of industries and technologies. NIST’s mission is to advance innovation and competitiveness by providing measurements, standards, and technology to support the needs of U.S. businesses, government agencies, and the public. What is NIST? NIST was founded in 1901 as the National Bureau of Standards, and it…

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