UK Gov Cyber Assessment Framework 4.0: Key Changes and Compliance Requirements

DORA Ready Tip #5 – Certified Education for Key Roles Under Article 13 of DORA, financial entities must ensure that staff in relevant roles possess the knowledge and skills necessary to meet regulatory expectations. This is not optional — it’s a legal requirement. With CyberPrism, your designated point of contact gains full access to the EU Cyber Academy, including: The DORA Certified Compliance Specialist (DCCS) course. CPE-accredited training aligned to DORA’s technical and governance requirements. This ensures your key personnel are not only trained, but certified — providing demonstrable evidence to regulators that your organisation meets DORA’s competence obligations. In today’s compliance landscape, training isn’t a checkbox. It’s a cornerstone of operational resilience. 🔗 Learn more https://lnkd.in/eH_R9NFP #DORA #DigitalResilience #Compliance #CyberPrism #OperationalResilience #FinServ #Training #Governance Cyber Risk International ICTTF - Cyber Security Community, Academy and Events Rhonda Reihill

PCI DSS 4.0 isn’t just an update — it’s a mindset shift. Version 4.0 pushes organizations from a “once-a-year audit” approach to continuous, adaptable compliance. Key changes include: • Control Flexibility: Customized controls if justified & effective. • Risk-Based Frequency: Testing aligned with real-world risk, not rigid timelines. • MFA Everywhere: Multi-factor authentication for all access into the CDE. • Stronger Encryption & Monitoring: Ongoing vigilance, not point-in-time checks. At Wiseman CyberSec, we help you turn compliance into confidence — building security practices that last year-round, not just at audit time. 👉 Which PCI DSS 4.0 change do you think will create the biggest impact in your organization? 🌐 www.wisemancybersec.com 📲 Join our Cybersecurity Community: https://lnkd.in/ggVw3y6c

🚨 New NIST Guidance Just for SMBs NIST SP 1318 is here—and it's a big deal for smaller orgs. 📘 Clear, beginner-friendly CUI protection guidance 🔐 Simplifies 800-171 Rev. 3 expectations 💡 Built for businesses with limited resources but real risk ➡️ Whether you're in healthcare, manufacturing, tech, or supporting federal contracts—this is your starting point. Why care? Because data doesn’t care how big you are—and neither do attackers. How NAVEX helps: ✔️ Map controls ✔️ Automate tasks ✔️ Scale without complexity Let’s make compliance possible—not painful. #SMB #Cybersecurity #NIST #CUI #RiskAndCompliance NAVEX #BusinessResilience #800171 #GRC

[NEW BLOG] Frameworks vs Regulations: Cyber compliance deep dive “Frameworks tend to be designed with a CISO in mind, and are structured in a way that that makes sense for how security operates.… regulations are written to define expectations in a legal setting.” – Dr. Leila Powell, Head of Data at Panaseer In our latest blog, we unpack the key differences between frameworks and regulations, and why that matters when comparing DORA and NIS2. 👉 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gNfmcnAR

A thoughtful and practical piece from our Head of Data Dr. Leila Powell, breaking down the differences between cybersecurity frameworks and regulations - two terms often used interchangeably, but serving very different purposes. With frameworks guiding how we structure security programs, and regulations like DORA and NIS2 setting the legal baseline, it’s vital for leaders to understand how they connect and the challenges this creates for compliance. Highly recommend giving this a read.

Why did the MOVEit Transfer breach become one of 2023’s most impactful cyberattacks? In this mini case study, we unpack two key lessons every GRC pro should know. In May 2023, Clop exploited a zero-day vulnerability in MOVEit Transfer, compromising sensitive data across government agencies, universities, and global enterprises. Key Lesson 1: Continuous Threat Monitoring Real-time detection tools could have flagged the anomalous SQL injection exploit sooner, reducing dwell time and data loss. Key Lesson 2: Vendor Risk Management Stronger contractual SLAs and routine security assessments of third-party software would have mitigated supply-chain exposure. Cyber risk is only as strong as your weakest link. Are you investing enough in proactive monitoring and vendor due diligence? How will you apply these lessons to your GRC strategy? #GRC #Cybersecurity

Lineal is pleased to support the launch of the Secure Innovation Security Review Scheme as an approved Security Reviewer. In partnership with the NPSA, NCSC, Innovate UK, DBT and DSIT, this government part-funded scheme offers up to 500 early-stage tech organisations a comprehensive £3,000 security review for just £500. These reviews help founders and leaders protect their IP, competitive advantage, and reputation, by assessing: 🔹 Cyber Security 🔹 Protective Security Governance 🔹 Security Culture 🔹 Risk & Incident Management 🔹 Secure Supply Chains & Partnerships We’ll be working with organisations to identify risks – including threats from state actors – and guide them to embed protective security into their broader strategy, boosting both resilience and investor confidence. 📌 Learn more & apply here: https://lnkd.in/eExVU_4V *Scheme only available to qualifying sectors.

CAF v4.0 Key Takeaway - The shift from ticking boxes ✅ to proving real-world resilience against evolving threats. The updated Cyber Assessment Framework now puts greater weight on: 🔍 Threat intelligence – actively understanding and modelling specific risks. Move beyond generic risk management and adopt an intelligence-led defense. Understand attacker behaviors, motivations, tactics, and model potential attack scenarios. 💻 Secure software development – building security in from day one for software developed in-house and by third parties. 🛡 Enhanced Security monitoring – blending automation with expert analysis. A proactive and structured approach to threat detection rather than a reactive one. 🤖 AI governance – managing risks from automation and machine learning. Specifically manage the governance and security of automated decision-support systems. https://lnkd.in/dMNdHr95 #CyberSecurity #CAF4 #Resilience #ThreatIntelligence #Governance #Compliance #regulations #OTSecurity #ICSSecurity #CPNI

🚨 Big News: 48 CFR Final Rule Clears Review! The long-awaited 48 CFR Final Rule has officially cleared regulatory review and is headed for publication in the Federal Register. This milestone marks the start of the Department of Defense’s CMMC program entering its final implementation phase. For contractors handling Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), the message is clear: ➡️ Compliance expectations are about to shift from preparation to enforcement. ➡️ Contract eligibility will increasingly depend on CMMC certification, not self-attestation. ➡️ The window to prepare is closing fast. What’s next? Stay tuned for the official release and how it will impact your contracts, competitiveness, and cybersecurity posture. 📞 CMMC is going live, don’t wait to react. Captiva Solutions helps contractors prepare, get certified, and stay ahead. Talk to our experts today and start building your readiness - https://buff.ly/to8lKbi #CMMC #Cybersecurity #CMMCCertification #CyberDefense #Compliance

BACL is now accredited to deliver an even broader range of cybersecurity compliance services — helping you get your products approved faster and with greater global recognition.  ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Test Technology: Cybersecurity accreditation for: EN 18031-1 EN 18031-2 EN 18031-3 ETSI-TS-103-701 ISO/IEC 17065:2012 Product Certification Cybersecurity Scheme for: RED Article 3.3(d) – Protection of the Network RED Article 3.3(e) – Protection of Personal Data & Privacy RED Article 3.3(f) – Protection from Financial Fraud What this means for you: With these new accreditations, BACL can now provide end-to-end cybersecurity testing and product certification — giving you: Faster compliance turnaround Trusted, internationally recognized results Smooth path to EU RED approval (via NIST MRA Program) BACL — If you have a challenge, we are the solution.