Program management
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August 19, 2022: Drawbridge Releases Latest Version of Cybersecurity Program Management Platform
Release continues focus on quality-of-life and functional enhancements. Drawbridge is pleased to announce another update to the Drawbridge cybersecurity program management platform . We completed QA earlier this week and promoted the latest version of the platform to production overnight. Following is a recap of enhancements released this week. Continued Focus on Vulnerability Management Drawbridge continues to…
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Cyber Security Intelligence: Ransom – Prepare For The Worst
In this contributed article, Drawbridge CISO Simon Eyre highlights the continuing – and growing – threat of ransomware. He also offers four steps to combat ransomware, which are summarized below. Four steps to combat ransomware Preparation and testing (“It’s critical to be able to access [the incident response] plan at a moment’s notice, so make sure…
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The SEC Gets Real with Investment Advisers and Funds About Their Cyber Hygiene
Acknowledging the severity of cyber risks, the SEC in early February proposed new cybersecurity risk management rules and amendments for registered investment advisers, registered investment companies, and funds. Thanks to law firms, management consultants, and other SEC watchers, in-depth analyses of the proposed changes are readily accessible online. These reports do a good job of walking readers through…
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Cybersecurity Webinar: Drawbridge x SEC Compliance Solutions
As cybersecurity becomes an increasingly hot topic for advisors and their clients, we took the opportunity to discuss how risks are changing and share industry knowledge that can help strengthen your firm’s cyber environment. Listen in as Katie Mogan of SCS and Adam Menkes of Drawbridge address important concerns facing investment advisers and funds, including:…
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RegTech Analyst: Are banks safe in a government-backed cyberwar?
Drawbridge CISO Simon Eyre was interviewed for this article in RegTech Analyst that explores the potential for cyber warfare in an era of heightened uncertainty and geopolitical conflict. Asked about the kinds of attacks facing banks, Simon commented: “Availability of Services to the public and to businesses is a critical part of today’s modern online…
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Drawbridge Releases Latest Version of Cybersecurity Program Management Platform
Latest release continues focus on quality-of-life and functional enhancements. Drawbridge is pleased to report another smooth production release for the Drawbridge cybersecurity program management platform. We completed QA last week and promoted the latest version to production on Wednesday, May 11. This release focused on quality-of-life enhancements for both Drawbridge and client users, including several functional enhancements.…
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Drawbridge Achieves SOC 2 Type 1 Compliance
Certification reaffirms Drawbridge’s continued commitment to data security and privacy for clients Drawbridge, a premier provider of cybersecurity software and solutions to the alternative investment industry, today announced their achievement of System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 type 1 compliance. This certification reflects Drawbridge’s commitment to safeguarding critical client data while helping customers bolster their…
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Six strategic cyber investments for the next six months – and beyond
The original article appears in Cybersecurity Insiders. We are in the midst of what may be a permanent shift to remote and hybrid working models. At the same time, the types of attacks businesses face continue to evolve—and the volume of attacks continues to grow. Drawbridge CEO Jason Elmer shares his take on six critical investments for…
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Cybersecurity Alert: White House Highlights Elevated Cybersecurity Threat
Earlier this week, U.S. President Joe Biden warned of the increased threat of Russian cyber attacks in response to sweeping sanctions. As the conflict in Ukraine continues, state-sponsored attacks on NATO members and allies are growing in likelihood, and private businesses are also at risk of being targeted. In a statement released by The White…
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Privately-Backed, Midsize Companies are Becoming Targets for Hackers. Here’s How to Respond.
This week, the Wall Street Journal published an important article on cybersecurity for Private Equity and Venture Capital, with a focus on cyber risks facing Portfolio Companies. The Journal presents three key takeaways: Key Takeaways Midsize companies raising capital, or who have recently announced funding, are becoming increasingly attractive targets for hackers. A “perfect storm” of reasons…
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Real Estate Professionals and Their Cybersecurity Needs
Real estate professionals and their firms benefit greatly from robust cybersecurity measures. Cybercrime can be destructive within the real estate industry not only to firms and professions but for clients as well. Cybersecurity procedures can become a real estate professional’s best friend when it comes to keeping private information and assets safe. Real Estate Cybersecurity…
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Data Breaches on the Rise Through 2022
The past two years saw unprecedented levels of cybercrime, trends that seem poised to continue into 2022. Data breaches have been perpetrated by cybercriminals across numerous industries and at a frequency never-before seen. With distributed workforces and online commerce continuing to grow, it is important for all businesses to consider what goes into a robust…
