Navigating IRDAI Cyber Security Guidelines: A Guide for Insurers and Intermediaries
Introduction The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) introduced comprehensive Cyber Security Guidelines in 2023 to bolster the cyber resilience […]
The Cyber GRC Automation Paradox and the Audit Manager: A Modern-Day Kalidasa’s Tale
In today’s fast-evolving business environment, organizations are constantly pressured to adopt new technologies to stay competitive. One area undergoing rapid transformation is […]
Understanding SEBI’s Guidelines on Outsourcing for Intermediaries
Introduction: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) provides guidelines for outsourcing of activities by intermediaries. SEBI’s Guidelines on Outsourcing are […]
Third-Party Risk Management: A Key Pillar for de-risking your business
In today’s interconnected business landscape, organizations rely heavily on third-party vendors for operational efficiency, specialized expertise, and services. While these partnerships drive […]
Demystifying the Zoo of Cyber Risks
In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber risks and threats, understanding the different types of risks can feel like navigating a zoo of […]
Understanding Service Level Agreements in Cybersecurity
Service Level Agreements in Cybersecurity play a pivotal role in defining expectations, timelines, and responsibilities between stakeholders. SLAs traditionally establish a formalized […]
Request for Proposal Template for a GRC Product (Cyber Governance, Risk, and Compliance)
1. Introduction This Request for Proposal (RFP) is issued by [Your Organization’s Name] to solicit proposals from qualified vendors for a Governance, […]
SEBI Cyber Capability Index (CCI)
The SEBI Cyber Capability Index (CCI) is a framework created to assess and quantify the cybersecurity preparedness and resilience of Market Infrastructure […]
SEBI’s Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework (CSCRF) Circular
Introduction: On August 20, 2024, SEBI introduced a comprehensive Cybersecurity and Cyber Resilience Framework (CSCRF) aimed at enhancing the protection of IT […]
The Microsoft-CrowdStrike BSOD: A Black Swan in Cybersecurity?
The world witnessed a Black Swan in Cybersecurity recently: a global outage caused by a bug in cybersecurity software, led to the […]
Don’t Sleep on Cybersecurity: Why Cyber Risk Assessments are the Secret Weapon of Successful M&A
The world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is a thrilling one, pulsating with the promise of growth, market dominance, and an exciting […]
Part 2: The Buyer’s Cybersecurity Shield: Best Practices for cyber risk assessments in M and A
In our previous post, the importance of cyber risk assessments in M and A was explained thoroughly. Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) represent […]