Financial services compliance governs how banks, investment firms, credit unions, insurance companies, and fintech platforms operate within regulatory boundaries. Compliance requirements exist to protect consumers, prevent financial crime, maintain market integrity, and reduce systemic risk across the financial system. This guide covers the fundamentals of financial compliance, major regulatory frameworks, core operational components, technology solutions, outsourced services, and recent trends…
Organizations face thousands of new security weaknesses each year. The challenge isn’t just finding these gaps, but also determining which pose the greatest risk and addressing them before attackers can exploit them. Attackers now exploit new vulnerabilities within hours of disclosure, making structured threat and vulnerability management essential for risk reduction. Threat and vulnerability management (TVM) provides a structured approach…
Identity and Access Management (IAM) is the framework of policies, processes, and technologies that ensures the right people have the right access to the right resources at the right time. IAM answers three questions: Who are you? Can you prove it? What are you allowed to do? As corporate resources spread across cloud providers, mobile devices, and hybrid environments, identity…
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) offers a structured, flexible approach to managing cybersecurity risks. Created by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the NIST CSF has become a globally recognized standard for cyber risk management across all industries. Organizations worldwide reference the NIST framework because it translates complex cybersecurity concepts into practical, actionable steps. Whether you’re building your first…
SOC 2 provides a framework for service organizations to show customers and stakeholders that they take data security seriously. Understanding SOC 2 can help you build trust, win more business, and strengthen your security posture. In this article will answer essential questions, including: What is SOC 2 compliance? What are the 5 SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria? How does the…
In September 2025, a cyberattack brought Jaguar Land Rover to a standstill for five weeks. Production facilities across the globe shut down. Workers stayed home. The ripple effects impacted 5,000 organizations — including parts suppliers, logistics providers, dealerships, and repair shops — across the UK automotive supply chain. And the costs were staggering; the Cyber Monitoring Centre now confirms this…
Ransomware. Insider risks. System failures. Data breaches. Your organization faces no shortage of threats, but without a clear method to identify and evaluate those risks, you’re making security decisions in the dark. ISO 27001 risk assessment provides you with a structured process. It forms the backbone of any Information Security Management System (ISMS), providing a systematic approach to identifying, analyzing,…
At the recent Association of Legal Administrators (ALA) AI Meeting, Larry Piazza of Lewis and Llewellyn joined Christian Kelly, Chief Technology Officer at Xantrion, to share real-world insights on implementing artificial intelligence in professional services firms. Their session focused on what many organizations are asking right now: How do we adopt AI safely, strategically, and with measurable business impact? Why…
“I’m too small to be targeted.” If you’ve ever thought this about your business, you’re in good company — and you’re wrong. Massive breaches affecting millions of customers may grab headlines, but hackers prefer going after small and medium-sized businesses. Why? Many operate under the dangerous assumption that their size makes them invisible to attackers, skipping basic security measures. It’s…
Your company requires more than just a hodgepodge of antivirus software and firewalls. You need a cybersecurity strategy, a security plan that protects your business while supporting growth. This guide walks you through what makes a strong strategy, how to build one, and how to measure whether it’s working. In it, we provide roadmap examples, sector-specific guidance, and templates you…
Enterprise cybersecurity employs coordinated strategies, technologies, and processes to safeguard large organizations against digital threats. Unlike small business security, enterprise cybersecurity tackles the unique challenges of scale — managing vast numbers of employees across dispersed locations, securing complex and interconnected technology environments, and meeting strict regulatory requirements that vary by industry and geography. Why Enterprise Cybersecurity Matters The scale and…
Imagine this: It’s a typical Wednesday morning when your systems suddenly go dark. Hackers have stolen your customer database, phones are ringing nonstop with panicked clients, and regulators are raising eyebrows. For many businesses, this nightmare is a reality. However, the good news is that most of these disasters are preventable through regular cybersecurity audits and regular checkups that identify…
Artificial intelligence (AI) dominates headlines, but for many law firms, the conversation feels stuck in extremes: either breathless predictions of AI replacing lawyers or cautious skepticism that it’s just another passing tech trend. The reality is somewhere in between. AI is already reshaping how firms operate, offering powerful opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen client service, and gain a competitive edge.…
Cybercrime is on the rise and getting more sophisticated. It’s no wonder organizations worldwide are making cybersecurity their top priority. It’s also why ISO 27001 has become a framework of choice for many businesses seeking to protect sensitive data. However, understanding the costs associated with ISO 27001 certification can be challenging. The price tag varies significantly based on your company’s…
Every data breach starts the same way: “We thought we were secure.” The difference between organizations that quickly recover and those that don’t often comes down to whether they had robust cybersecurity compliance programs in place before disaster struck. Compliance isn’t only about avoiding fines or passing audits. It’s about building a security approach that effectively stops attackers and demonstrates…
The ISO 27001 certification isn’t actually a regulatory requirement. But that doesn’t mean you can safely ignore it. That’s because it is quickly becoming a vital operational standard in many industries. What Is ISO 27001 and Who Uses It? ISO 27001, jointly authored by the ISO and IEC organizations, is an international standard for establishing, maintaining, and continually improving information…
