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Unit Tests for Security Features

Unit Tests for Security Features

Activities * Identify all security-related features. These commonly contribute to the following security
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Understanding and Simulating SSH Backdoors
ssh

Understanding and Simulating SSH Backdoors

SSH (Secure Shell) is one of the most widely used protocols for
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Introducing my personal CWRF Security and Compliance Maturity Model: From Crawling to Flying

Organizations must evolve their strategies to stay ahead of emerging threats and
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Security Assurance By Design

Security Assurance By Design

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Security Questionnaire Response Framework (SQRF)

1. General Rules and Guidelines 1. Be Honest and Accurate: Always provide
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Avoid Risk:  Separate Security and Feature Releases
Complexity

Avoid Risk: Separate Security and Feature Releases

In software development, separating security and feature releases is essential. Combining them increases complexity, risks bugs, and delays critical security patches. Separate releases ensure focused testing, simplify rollbacks, and provide clear communication.
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Demystification of the FedRAMP Authorization Boundary Diagrams (with Template)
FedRAMP

Demystification of the FedRAMP Authorization Boundary Diagrams (with Template)

Under FedRAMP, CSPs using external services must document them, include them in their authorization boundary for federal data, and get official approval.
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Exploring the Hidden Costs of Apple Products
Tech

Exploring the Hidden Costs of Apple Products

Is the high price of Apple devices justified? I explore the limited customization, closed ecosystem, ethical concerns, and more that consumers should consider before purchasing.
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How I built a Security Question & Answer Knowledge Base
GRC

How I built a Security Question & Answer Knowledge Base

A tool that I discovered and implemented in FormAssembly back in November
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How I Built a Security & Compliance Reporting Process
GRC

How I Built a Security & Compliance Reporting Process

[UPDATED 2023-MAY-31: Just did our closing meeting ISO 27001 Audit and the
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How I Structure a Policy Portal
GRC

How I Structure a Policy Portal

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10 Things To Know Before A SOC 2 Audit

10 Things To Know Before A SOC 2 Audit

Gain Customer Trust and Confidence with a SOC 2 Audit for Your Business
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