What is Proxy? An internet proxy (or proxy server) is an intermediary system that sits between your device and the internet. When you use a proxy, your internet requests (like visiting a website) are first sent to the proxy server. The proxy then forwards these requests to the destination website or online service on yourContinue reading “Proxy vs VPN”
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May 2025: Major Data Breaches and Cyber Attacks
South African Airways hit by cyber attack South African Airways (SAA) has become the latest organisation to fall victim to a cyber attack. In a statement released today, the flagship carrier of South Africa says it has been impacted by a significant cyber incident that began on Saturday, 3 May. According to SAA, the breachContinue reading “May 2025: Major Data Breaches and Cyber Attacks”
Understanding ISMS: Scope and Key Clauses Explained
Scope and Applicability It is applicable to all organisations whether commercial, government or Non profit. It covers and specify the requirements for the following: PDCA Cycle Clauses: Clause 4: Context of Organization Clause 5: Leadership Clause 6: Planning Clause 7: Support Clause 8: Operation Clause 9: Performance evaluation Clause 10: Improvement
Audit Conclusions
Objectives of Audit Conclusions Preparing Audit Conclusions ISO 19011, clause 6.4.9 Before the closing meeting, the auditors meeting consult each other to: Discussing Audit Conclusions with the Auditee It is important to discuss audit findings and conclusions with the management before the closing meeting and submitting the final report to: Closing Meeting Agenda Model PreparingContinue reading “Audit Conclusions”
Beyond the Initial Audit
Objective of beyond the Initial Audit Surveillance Activities Surveillance activities can also include: Surveillance Audits Re-certification Audit Certification Special cases Use of ISO Trade marks
Monthly Round Up for the month of July 2024
AT & T cyber attack A massive AT&T Cyberattack caused Hackers to Steal Millions of Customer Records. Consequently, AT&T revealed that nearly all of its wireless customers’ call and text records were exposed. Furthermore, the hackers accessed customer data stored on a third-party cloud platform. Patient reports used as paper plates at Mumbai hospital A videoContinue reading “Monthly Round Up for the month of July 2024”
WiFi Security
WiFi is an acronym for ‘Wireless Fidelity’ which is one of methods by which computer/device may connect to the internet with out the use of wires. This is a technique of communication between the devices like routers, Computers, tablets, smartphones and other related hardware it makes use of radio frequencies. Security Risks and WiFi ThreatsContinue reading “WiFi Security”
The Audit (ISO 19011)
What is an Audit? Systematic, independent and documented process for obtaining audit evidence and evaluating it objectively to determine the extent to which the audit criteria are fulfilled. Auditing means asking the auditee what he does, and checking to see if he does it. Types of Audit Actors in audit Auditing Principles
A.6 People Controls (8 Controls)
A.6.1 Screening Background verification checks on all candidates to become personnel shall be carried out prior to joining the organization and on an ongoing basis taking into consideration applicable laws, regulations and ethics and be proportional to the business requirements, the classification of the information to be accessed and the perceived risks. A.6.2 Terms andContinue reading “A.6 People Controls (8 Controls)”
Monthly Round Up for the month of April 2024
Boat Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of Over 7.5 Million Users Amit Gupta-led startup Boat has reportedly witnessed a major data breach incident. The private details of over 7.5 million customers have made their way onto the dark web. This includes sensitive information like names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, and customer IDs. As perContinue reading “Monthly Round Up for the month of April 2024”
