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Data Security and Compliance: What You Need to Know in 2025
2025 is a critical turning point for data security and compliance. The average cost of a single data breach has reached an all-time high of $4.88 million in 2024, marking a 10% increase from the previous year. Meanwhile, the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) reports that 80% of countries now have or…
Read More120 Cybersecurity Compliance Statistics for 2025
The team at Bright Defense compiled a comprehensive list of up-to-date statistics about cybersecurity compliance in 2025. In this article, you’ll find insightful statistics about: Without further ado, let’s see the stats! Cybersecurity Compliance and Governance Statistics The global cybersecurity compliance and governance market is huge and growing rapidly. Let’s explore some statistics on the…
Read MoreBright Defense Achieves Gold Status in Drata’s Alliance Program
Bright Defense, a leading cybersecurity compliance consultancy, is excited to announce that it has been elevated to Gold Status in Launch, the Drata Alliance Program. This advancement is a testament to our continuous commitment to the highest standards in cybersecurity compliance and our successful collaboration with Drata to provide state-of-the-art compliance solutions. As a Gold…
Read MoreIT Governance and Strategy for Startups: Best Practices for 2025
Startups often prioritize rapid development over structured IT management, leading to costly oversights and security vulnerabilities down the line. With data generation expected to hit 181 zettabytes in 2025 and cybercrime expected to cost businesses $10.5 trillion annually by 2025, effective data governance has morphed from a “nice-to-have” into a mission-critical priority. In this blog,…
Read MoreVendor Risk Management – How to Stay Ahead in 2025
Businesses rely on third-party vendors for everything from software solutions to supply chain management. While these partnerships bring efficiency and expertise, they also come with risks—data breaches, compliance issues, operational disruptions, and reputational damage can all stem from vendor-related security failures. That’s why Vendor Risk Management (VRM) is essential. It helps businesses identify potential risks,…
Read MoreRisks and Mitigation of Insider Threats: 8 Key Defenses for 2025
Your biggest security risk isn’t the hacker in a hoodie with their face obscured. It’s the people you trust: your staff. Damian Garcia, Head of GRC Consultancy at IT Governance. Insider threats aren’t just an IT problem anymore, they’re a growing business risk. A staggering 83% of organizations reported at least one insider-related security breach…
Read MoreDrata vs Vanta: A Comprehensive Comparison of Compliance Automation Solutions (updated 2/2025)
Introduction to Compliance Automation Compliance automation revolutionizes the way businesses handle regulatory requirements, ensuring they meet standards effortlessly and efficiently. Drata and Vanta are the leaders in compliance automation. Both solutions reduce complexity and increase efficiency in the compliance process. In this article, we delve into the features, benefits, and differences between Drata vs Vanta,…
Read MoreCISO as a Service: 5 Benefits for SMBs in 2025
In a world of constantly evolving cybersecurity threats and compliance regulations, the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) role has never been more critical. However, with an average salary of $267,000, many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) struggle to afford a full-time, in-house CISO. This is where CISO as a Service comes into play. Using CISO as…
Read MoreFERPA Compliance Checklist (Updated 3/2025)
Ensuring the privacy and security of student education records is a critical responsibility for educational institutions. Having a comprehensive FERPA compliance checklist is essential for meeting this obligation. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), enacted in 1974, sets the standards for protecting students’ educational information in the United States. FERPA grants students and…
Read MoreSecure by Design 2025 Guide: Building Systems Against Cyber Threats
Secure by design focuses on building security into every stage of development. Cyber threats are more advanced than ever, targeting vulnerabilities in systems with alarming speed. Reactive measures aren’t cutting it anymore. That’s why security-by-design principles are becoming a must for companies looking to stay ahead. But what does secure by design actually involve? In…
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