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Penetration Testing FAQs

We outline the penetration testing process in detail and answer some of the most frequently asked questions related to this important security test.

HITRUST Assessment Basics

This blog answers common questions about HITRUST Assessments and why a HITRUST assessment might be a good choice for your organization.

Types of Penetration Testing: The What, The Why, and The How

Read this blog to help you determine what type of penetration test is best for your business.

How to Send a HIPAA Compliant Email

You can send ePHI via email, but you have to do it securely, according to HHS.

What is it like working with SecurityMetrics on PCI Compliance?

What is it like working with SecurityMetrics? SecurityMetrics’ central objective is to help companies secure their data, not just meet compliance standards. We love working with organizations who have that same vision for security.

Partner with SecurityMetrics for Data Security and Compliance

Why Partner with SecurityMetrics for Data Security and Compliance?

BlogEngine.NET XML External Entity Attacks

An Out-of-band XML External Entity attack, CVE-2019-10718, exists on BlogEngine.NET versions 3.3.7 and earlier through the /pingback.axd endpoint.

How to Start a Cybersecurity Program For Your Small Business

For many small business owners, cybersecurity budgets can be very limited. Finding a cybersecurity program can help you get the most value for your money.

The SecurityMetrics HIPAA Portal Helps Streamline Your Compliance

This blog discusses how the SecurityMetrics HIPAA Portal can help with your HIPAA requirements.

SecurityMetrics Podcast: Cybersecurity Podcast with Industry Tips, Trends, and CISO Communication

Host and Principal Security Analyst Jen Stone (MCIS, CISSP, CISA, QSA) brings on guests with unique viewpoints that are important to the entire security and payments ecosystem.

Ransomware Trends: Don't Panic, Prepare

This blog discusses ransomware trends and what to do about ransomware.

Responding to 5 Common PCI Questions from Franchisers and Franchisees

Here are the top 5 PCI questions we get from franchisers and franchisees about PCI compliance.

The DDoS Threat Landscape is Evolving, Are You Ready?

The DDoS Threat Landscape is evolving at a record pace. So how can you be prepared for this risk in your business?

How to Configure a Firewall in 5 Steps

The following guidance will help you understand the major steps involved in firewall configuration.

Ten Mistakes in HIPAA Security Rule Compliance

The HIPAA Security Rule requirements are vast. To help you prioritize your security, we’ve put together the ten mistakes that organizations make when it comes to HIPAA security compliance.

What is CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) Compliance?

Like other privacy laws, CCPA includes some basic tenets of data protection as well as provisions to notify data subjects about the uses of their data, like who is going to see their data and when.

2020 Data Breach Predictions and What We Learned in 2019

It’s important to note that the number of victims in each reported breach is not cumulative, these are each individual incidences, bringing the total between these three breaches to upwards of 1.4 billion victims.

Data Breach Statistics from 2018 and Predictions for 2019

Data Breach Statistics from 2018 and Predictions for 2019. How did our predictions from 2018 turn out and what you can do in 2019 to avoid a data breach.

Google Privacy Update - PII Can Now be Removed from Searches

Google Privacy Update - PII Can Now be Removed from Searches.

How to Know if an App is Secure

Heff and Forrest discuss how to know if an app is secure in this week's news.

Firewalls 101 - What is a Firewall?

Firewalls 101 - What is a Firewall? Tune in this week as Noah Pack and Kaden Payne give you the basics on all things firewalls .

Best Sites to Learn Cybersecurity

The vast field of Cybersecurity can be very intimidating for a newcomer. Tune in this week as Noah Pack gives the best sites to learn cybersecurity and tools to get you building your skills in infosec.

3 Projects to Get You Into InfoSec

The vast field of InfoSec can be very intimidating for a newcomer wanting to get into the trade. Tune in this week as Noah Pack gives his top 3 recommended projects to get your foot into cybersecurity.

Amazon Scams - Disney Hack - Drone Hack - Fake Cisco Tech - Honda Car Hack

Amazon Scams - Disney Hack - Drone Hack - Fake Cisco Tech - Honda Car Hack