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NIST Security Standards

Organizations of all sizes are vulnerable to data theft and loss.  Vulnerability is regardless of the asset at risk – consumer information, intellectual property, or private corporate files.  The United…

Comparing Top 5 Security Regulations for Healthcare

The healthcare industry has been the target of countless hacking attempts despite adopting security protocols outlined in the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) since 1996. Hackers have found…

Cybersecurity Best Practices

Keeping yourself protected from cybercrime isn’t just about having the latest security solutions. Good IT security practices, including regular training for employees, are essential components of every single security setup.…

What is the difference between an Audit, Assessment and Certification?

Working on contracts for B2B, B2G, or B2C engagements can be daunting. The intense focus on proving the security and privacy of your systems is usually at the heart of…

What are the rules of HIPAA Compliance?

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a set of mandatory standards for all organizations that work with Protected Health Information (PHI) of US Residents. It…

What is Protected Health Information (PHI)?

HIPAA stands for the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. It is a set of mandatory standards to manage the use and disclosure of healthcare data, known as…

Who is covered under HIPAA?

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is applicable to all entities in the Healthcare Industry. It outlines the rules and regulations with regard to the use…

7 Benefits of HIPAA Compliance

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) outlines the rules and regulations with regard to the use and disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI) by all businesses…

What is HIPAA?

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) is a set of mandatory standards to manage the use and disclosure of Protected Health Information (PHI). It is mandatory…

databrackets is an Authorized C3PAO for CMMC

We are thrilled to announce that databrackets is an authorized Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO) — a milestone that reflects our deep commitment to cybersecurity excellence and integrity in the
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Understand Cyber Liability Insurance Coverage, Policy Language and How your Premium is Calculated

When a ransomware attack locks your systems, or a data breach exposes customer information, cyber liability insurance becomes the financial safety net between recovery and significant loss. Yet most organizations approach this
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How to Reduce your Cyber Liability Insurance Premium with a Security Risk Assessment

IBM reports that the average cost of a data breach in 2025 was $4.44 million globally. However, in the United States, the average cost was significantly higher at $10.22 million.
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NEN 7510: A Guide to Healthcare Information Security in the Netherlands

When a ransomware attack hit Maastricht University in December 2019, the entire digital infrastructure collapsed. Nineteen thousand students couldn’t access course materials, researchers faced looming grant deadlines with no access
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Understanding the CAIQ

Is CAIQ for You? Are you evaluating cloud service providers and drowning in security questionnaires? Do you need to prove your cloud vendor did their due diligence before the next
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NIST SP 800-53 – The Gold Standard for Cybersecurity

NIST Special Publication 800-53 is the backbone of federal cybersecurity that protects everything from your Social Security data to national defense systems. But what most people don’t realize is that
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Securing CUI with NIST SP 800-171 Revision 2

NIST SP 800-171 Revision 2 stands as the mandatory cybersecurity standard for any organization handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) under federal contracts. This isn’t voluntary guidance or a best-practice recommendation.
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Building a Practical Cybersecurity Program with NIST CSF

How do you build a cybersecurity program that’s both comprehensive and practical- without breaking the bank or overwhelming your team? The answer lies in a framework that strips away complexity
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Understanding the NIST AI Risk Management Framework

The question isn’t whether AI will transform your business—it’s whether you’ll manage the risks before they manage you. Every day, AI systems make thousands of decisions that affect real people:
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