MHA Consulting

JULY 20, 2023

Whether the company you work for has five employees or 5,000, it should have a risk governance program. Experience shows that there are five areas where risk governance policies and procedures are especially important: data retention, data access, device security, people security, and social media. Let’s look at them one by one.

Government 94

Government Media Risk Management Consulting 94

LAN Infotech

MARCH 20, 2025

Concentric) Security Vulnerabilities: Chatbots integrated into broader platforms can be manipulated by malicious actors. Utilize Privacy Controls: Platforms like Microsoft Purview provide tools to manage and mitigate risks associated with AI usage, allowing organizations to implement protection and governance controls.

Advertising 102

Advertising Vulnerability Mitigation Activation 102

Emergency Planning

AUGUST 31, 2021

Governments have not woken up to the fact that it is now a significantly more intense phenomenon than it was in previous decades. Governments tend to plan for past disasters, not future ones. By and large, governments do not want to know about disaster risk reduction. All vulnerability is contextual (see my writings on that).

Risk Reduction 171

Risk Reduction Government Vulnerability Emergency Planning 171

Bernstein Crisis Management

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The findings reveal an unprecedented lack of trust in governments, business leaders, and the media, with distrust tied to economic inequality and a pervasive sense of societal unfairness. For businesses, governments, and community leaders, these trends represent potential threats to operations, safety, and resilience.

Crisis Management 130

Crisis Management Vulnerability Audit Scenario Planning 130

LogisManager

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Change Healthcare, a leading provider of data analytics, revenue cycle management, and payment solutions, found itself vulnerable due to flaws in its data management practices. Insufficient Board and Leadership Oversight : The board of directors and executive team were not actively engaged in risk management, leading to a lack of governance.

Risk Management 52

Risk Management Healthcare Management Audit 52

Emergency Planning

MARCH 23, 2022

The increasing vulnerability and dwindling redundancy of life-support systems will aggravate the effect of proliferating failure among critical infrastructure networks. The central government must ensure that resources are adequate to respond to the kinds and levels of emergency that are envisaged in planning scenarios. Preamble 1.1

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Resilience All-Hazards Emergency Planning Hazard 244

Fusion Risk Management

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

From risk assessments to contingency planning, Fusion equips organizations to navigate operational vulnerabilities effectively. It uncovers previously unknown vulnerabilities and prioritizes by real business impact (not just size) to strengthen resilience programs in the most efficient way.

Resilience 59

Resilience Banking Vulnerability Crisis Management 59

Security Industry Association

JANUARY 6, 2025

Christa Decker of Whitman, Requardt & Associates and Amy Dunton of Ameristar will oversee the subcommittees efforts to support the protection of crowded spaces, critical infrastructure and government facilities. SILVER SPRING, Md.

Security 59

Security Government Education Vulnerability 59

NexusTek

MARCH 28, 2025

To compete for defense contracts, government contractors and subcontractors must now comply with the DoDs Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program , a set of strict cybersecurity requirements that ensures adequate protections for sensitive data have been implemented. The DoD has begun a phased rollout of its new CMMC 2.0

Security 66

Security Cybersecurity Government Vulnerability 66

everbridge

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

During disasters, distracted, weakened, and vulnerable businesses and individuals are easy targets for cyber criminals. Additionally, the vulnerability of critical infrastructure like power grids, communication networks, and transportation systems during times of crisis makes them prime targets for state-sponsored cyberattacks.

Malware 52

Malware All-Hazards Response Plan Cybersecurity 52

Recovery Diva

MAY 7, 2022

Book Review: The Invention of Disaster: Power of Knowledge in Discourses of Hazard and Vulnerability. The author posits that the attempt to reduce disaster losses by bridging the “nature/hazard versus culture/vulnerability binary” by the Western governments in the lesser developed parts of the world has only been partially effective.

Risk Reduction 113

Risk Reduction Hazard Natural Hazard Vulnerability 113

Disaster Zone Podcast

APRIL 12, 2022

Their vulnerability has been highlighted in many different ways during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Eric Holdeman is a professional emergency manager who is passionate about providing information that can help families, businesses & governments become better prepared for disasters of all types.

Command Center 130

Command Center Damage Assessment Security Emergency Response 130

LogisManager

JULY 11, 2024

Top Board Governance Models Last Updated: July 11, 2024 Good governance helps nonprofit organizations and for-profit companies navigate unexpected setbacks, economic uncertainties and disruptions. Certain types of governance models may be more appropriate depending on the purpose of your organization.

Government 52

Government Corporate Governance Risk Management Strategic 52

LogisManager

MAY 11, 2023

Complimentary Gartner® Report: How to Implement a Risk-Based Vulnerability Management Methodology‌ Vulnerabilities are not just a technical issue but are also a business risk that needs to be managed effectively. 1 Many companies still use a rearview approach of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC).

Vulnerability 52

Vulnerability Management Risk Management Government 52

LogisManager

MAY 11, 2023

Complimentary Gartner® Report: How to Implement a Risk-Based Vulnerability Management Methodology‌ Vulnerabilities are not just a technical issue but are also a business risk that needs to be managed effectively. 1 Many companies still use a rearview approach of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC).

Vulnerability 52

Vulnerability Management Risk Management Government 52

MHA Consulting

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Instead, they should be developed in coordination with the cybersecurity department to ensure that recovery measures do not inadvertently create vulnerabilities that can be exploited by hackers. The best way to do this is by making sure business continuity is integrated into a robust information security governance framework.

Security 103

Security Outage Vulnerability Cybersecurity 103

Pure Storage

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This form of cybercrime has surged as the digital landscape grows increasingly interconnected, with businesses, governments, and individuals becoming prime targets. Data breaches often exploit vulnerabilities in software, weak passwords, or insider threats to gain access to critical systems and exfiltrate data.

Security 52

Security Vulnerability Cybersecurity Cyber Resilience 52

Disaster Zone Podcast

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Still, it is primarily focused on manned passenger traffic, resulting in gaping vulnerabilities among U.S. Eric Holdeman is a professional emergency manager who is passionate about providing information that can help families, businesses & governments become better prepared for disasters of all types.

Mitigation 130

Mitigation Authorization Vulnerability Government 130

MHA Consulting

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

There’s no better way to achieve an ambitious, difficult goal such as moving an organization from a state of vulnerability to one of resilience than by breaking that journey down into steps, putting those steps into a sensible order, and tackling the steps one-by-one on a phased timetable. We think they’re essential.

BCM 105

BCM Resilience Vulnerability Business Continuity 105

BMC

DECEMBER 23, 2024

GRC as an acronym stands for governance , risk , and compliance , but the term GRC means much more than that. When broken down, the constituent elements can be defined from ITIL 4 and explained as follows: Governance The means by which an organization is directed and controlled. What is GRC? It supports proactive reporting.

Government 52

Government Audit Technology Outsourcing 52

Solutions Review

DECEMBER 12, 2024

MSPs without a thorough understanding of legal obligations may find themselves vulnerable to lawsuits and significant financial losses, emphasizing the need for legal expertise in their operations. Vulnerabilities, old and new, are continuously being leveraged to get through Internet of Things devices, firewalls and VPNs.

Vulnerability 52

Vulnerability Cybersecurity Malware Audit 52

PagerDuty

APRIL 1, 2025

In 2025, 71% of organizations are upping their security budgets to stay ahead of novel threats like AI-powered cyberattacks and third-party integration vulnerabilities. To do more with less, IT is turning to AI to help them identify vulnerabilities before attackers have the chance to exploit them. Weve just scratched the surface here.

Government 52

Government Vulnerability Resilience Mitigation 52

Reciprocity

DECEMBER 27, 2022

Managing all your governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) needs is no easy task. GRC is an integrated approach to managing the organization’s governance, IT and security risks, and regulatory compliance functions. The three pillars of a GRC program are governance, risk management, and compliance. Governance.

Government 52

Government Audit Risk Management Disaster Recovery 52

Pure Storage

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Governments in countries like the U.S. They dont secure your system or eliminate vulnerabilities that led to the attack. These experts can assess the scope of the attack, quarantine affected systems to prevent further spread, assist in safely restoring operations, and identify vulnerabilities.

Backup 52

Backup Cybersecurity Cyber Resilience Vulnerability 52

Emergency Planning

APRIL 24, 2022

The cascade is a result of the progression of a shock through different kinds of vulnerability. All of these problems have at their root a lack of foresight and an inability to create stable global governance, as well, of course, as simple bad behaviour by national leaders.

Natural Hazard 199

Natural Hazard All-Hazards Entertainment Transportation 199

Reciprocity

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) software has become an essential tool for organizations navigating this complex landscape. Achieving and maintaining FedRAMP compliance involves managing hundreds of security controls, extensive documentation, and continuous monitoring requirements.

Audit 52

Audit Risk Reduction Authorization Alert 52

everbridge

MARCH 9, 2023

These sectors are typically identified by governments and international organizations and are recognized as critical because they are vulnerable to physical and cyber threats and attacks that could cause significant harm or disruption to society. Fortunately, there are steps businesses can take to protect their operations from attack.

Vulnerability 105

Vulnerability Government Transportation Emergency Response 105

everbridge

MARCH 7, 2025

Security threats are evolving rapidly, shaped by a combination of cyber vulnerabilities, supply chain risks, geopolitical instability, and natural disasters. According to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), nearly 43% of cyberattacks in 2023 targeted vulnerabilities within third-party supply chains.

Resilience 52

Resilience Security Emergency Response Emergency Response 52

Security Industry Association

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

Any cybersecurity expert would tell you there is a cybersecurity vulnerability and threat anywhere there is an interface. There is a misconception that blockchain cannot be “hacked,” which is far from the truth; this technology is vulnerable to new higher levels of digital innovation that we will address as well.

Mitigation 105

Mitigation Vulnerability Technology Cybersecurity 105

Recovery Diva

APRIL 12, 2023

However, it is also constrained by the community’s resource availability, adaptability, and existing vulnerability among other things. and government (a critique of FEMA disaster assistance programs). and government (a critique of FEMA disaster assistance programs).

Disaster Recovery 188

Disaster Recovery All-Hazards Hazard Disaster Management 188

Pure Storage

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Ransomware Attackers Find Fresh Targets in Cultural Institutions by Pure Storage Blog Ransomware attacks are big news when they hit giant corporations, government services, and resources like gas pipelines. Then, prioritize and address any identified vulnerabilities. Often, penetration testers take a fairly siloed approach to testing.

Backup 116

Backup Response Plan Vulnerability Corporate Governance 116

Security Industry Association

JUNE 22, 2022

When other prevention efforts fail, measures that address security vulnerabilities can help deter, limit and enhance the response to school violence. In our view, the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act takes meaningful steps that address both threats and vulnerabilities in our nation’s schools and communities.

Education 111

Education Vulnerability Emergency Planning Security 111

The Rand Blog

JULY 28, 2022

government should consider offering a public cash bounty to anyone who can crack the new forms of encryption that are being rolled out to defend against quantum computers. If a bounty helps catch a vulnerability before it's deployed, then the modest cost of the bounty could prevent much higher costs down the line.

Vulnerability 79

Vulnerability Government 79

Pure Storage

DECEMBER 14, 2021

We have to assume they’ll use every tool, skill set, and vulnerability they can to keep their revenue streams healthy. Building access systems have already been in the sightlines of hackers, and security professionals have already pointed out serious vulnerabilities in smart building control systems that hackers could exploit.

Security 111

Security Hospitality Vulnerability Backup 111

Zerto

OCTOBER 13, 2022

On the preventive side, patch management helps to reduce the attack surface of an organization by fixing known vulnerabilities. Threat and vulnerability management. Regulatory compliance management to ensure requirements are in line with industry and government mandates in the aftermath of a breach. Govern and assure continuity.

Resilience 98

Resilience Cyber Resilience Cybersecurity Malware 98

Security Industry Association

JUNE 15, 2022

The Security Industry Association put together an excellent industry/government/researcher event in the form of the 2022 SIA GovSummit , held May 25-26 in Washington, D.C. Singer commented: ”I learned a great deal on so many topics and was able to have in-depth discussions with several industry experts during the Government Summit.

Security 104

Security Retail Marketing Government 104

Recovery Diva

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Helpful anecdotes are inserted throughout, balancing critical assessments where organizations and countries have not used available methods of risk assessment, and as a result, “…acting individually and through collective bodies, succeed neither in effective policy nor practice in reducing vulnerability of the built environment.” [p.

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