Welcome to the February 2024 edition of the RightCue Assurance Newsletter. We appreciate the enthusiastic support for our new monthly newsletter initiative.
Amidst the evolving cybersecurity landscape, our monthly newsletter provides industry insights and guidance.
In this month's edition discover the latest developments and critical updates shaping the cybersecurity arena, from ground-breaking advancements to regulatory shifts.
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Discover some of the latest cybersecurity highlights from around the globe in this month's news roundup:
- Last month, the world was taken aback when a finance employee of an HK-based global corporation mistakenly transferred $25m during a video call with an artificial intelligence-created CFO, a prime example of deepfake technology misuse. Alongside this, the growing sophistication of phishing, smishing, and other similar attacks continues to be a cause for concern. This month, we also witnessed damaging cyber-attacks on hospitals in Europe and US, leading UK universities, banks, and manufacturing companies. Read more >
- On 17th February 2024, the EU’s Digital Services Act became applicable to all online platforms. This legislation aims to strike a balance between user protection, innovation, and fair practices in the digital landscape within the EU. Talk to us if you are concerned about compliance. Read more >?
- On a brighter note, cybersecurity professionals and regulatory bodies worldwide are working relentlessly to make compliance easier. Some notable releases this month include:
? Security checklist by OWASP for Generative AI Deployment. Read more >
? NIST Cyber Security Framework v2.0 released this week. Read more >
To our clients certified to the Cyber Essentials scheme, please be aware that the fees will rise from 1st April 2024. Further details available here >
We want to bring to our clients' attention that the following deadlines are fast approaching:
- Transition from ISO 27001:2013 to ISO 27001:2022. Read our guide to find out more > We have successfully completed our own transition audit this month and are eager to share our experiences.
- The EU Digital Operational Resilience Act comes into effect on 17th January 2025. Please get in touch with us to learn how we have assisted our clients in achieving compliance. This applies to organisations operating in the financial services and insurance sectors. Similarly, we are aiding clients in demonstrating compliance with the new EU regulatory standards released in the context of DORA, but equally applicable to organisations governed by the NIS directive.
New notable client projects included:
- DORA gap assessment and roadmap to compliance – – for a client in the insurance and software development sector
- NIST CSF gap assessment – for a client in the professional services sector
- NHS Data Security Protection Toolkit audit – for a client in the healthcare services sector
If you'd like help with your cyber security strategy, achieving certifications or regulatory compliance, contact us to speak to one of our knowledgeable experts.
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