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Compliance in information security means following specific laws, standards, and regulations that govern how organizations protect sensitive data. These rules, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS, set requirements for data handling, access controls, encryption, and breach notification. Compliance frameworks often mandate regular audits and documented security practices to verify that organizations meet these requirements.

Meeting compliance obligations helps reduce risks like unauthorized data access, data leakage, and inadequate incident response. It also shapes security architecture by enforcing controls on data storage, transmission, and user privileges. For security teams, compliance drives the implementation of measurable safeguards and continuous monitoring, ensuring that security measures align with legal and industry expectations rather than relying solely on voluntary best practices.

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Data Security Posture Management Becomes Key to Cloud Visibility But Lacks ControlsThe rapid rise of DSPM has fueled deals by major security firms looking to enhance their platforms. Industry leaders see DSPM as crucial for cloud data visibility, security integration and regulatory compliance. But can standalone DSPM vendors survive, or will they be absorbed by larger platforms?

Data Security Posture Management Becomes Key to Cloud Visibility But Lacks ControlsThe rapid rise of DSPM has fueled deals by major security firms looking to enhance their platforms. Industry leaders see DSPM as crucial for cloud data visibility, security integration and regulatory compliance. But can standalone DSPM vendors survive, or will they be absorbed by larger platforms?

Bank Info Security 1 year, 5 months ago

Ex-HIPAA Officer: State Illegally Shared PHI for Research

Lawsuit Claims R.I. Health Information Exchange Retaliated Against 'Whistleblower'The former HIPAA compliance officer of Rhode Island's state health information exchange is suing the organization in a federal lawsuit claiming that she was terminated from her job after blowing the whistle on the HIE's alleged unlawful disclosures of patient information for research purposes.

Bank Info Security 1 year, 5 months ago

Reimagining KYC to Meet Regulatory Scrutiny

FIs Expected to Move from Periodic Reviews to Perpetual KYCBanks are struggling to keep up with evolving KYC expectations. Despite efforts to modernize, outdated processes continue to leave compliance gaps, leading to increased regulatory action. Penalties for financial institutions surged with KYC-related fines more than doubling to $51 million.