CTEM.org

Announcing the Continous Threat Exposure Management Standards Group : CTEM.org

At SecureCoders, our mission has always been to empower organizations with cutting-edge security solutions that protect their digital landscapes. Today, we’re thrilled to share an exciting development that extends this mission even further: the launch of CTEM.org ( https://ctem.org ). CTEM.org (Continuous Threat Exposure Management) is a new initiative aimed at setting the standard for […]

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What is a Security Questionnaire

What is a Security Questionnaire? How to Assess Vendor Security Effectively

A single weak link in a vendor’s security practices can lead to data breaches, regulatory non-compliance, and reputational damage.  Effective vendor risk assessments are critical to identifying and mitigating these risks before they impact the organization. Vendor risk assessments comprehensively evaluate a vendor’s cybersecurity policies, controls, and practices to ensure they align with the organization’s […]

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What is the Primary Goal of Penetration Testing?

What is the Primary Goal of Penetration Testing?

If you’ve ever wondered what is the primary goal of penetration testing, it’s because they want to go beyond the usual checks and preventive measures. Penetration testing is about performing a “live-fire” test of your security. Unlike vulnerability scanning or code audits, which are essential for finding known weaknesses, a penetration test is about understanding […]

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What is Penetration Testing

What is Penetration Testing? A Complete Guide to Strengthening Your Cybersecurity

In an era where data breaches and cyber threats are becoming more frequent, penetration testing (or “pen testing”) is a crucial tool for keeping systems safe. Understanding what is penetration testing is essential for anyone looking to strengthen their cybersecurity. Introduction Penetration testing is a proactive cybersecurity measure that involves simulating attacks on your systems […]

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How to Prepare for a Successful Live Phishing Test: Ensuring Email Delivery and Avoiding Spam Filters

Live phishing tests assess how well employees can spot phishing attempts. However, if test emails are blocked by spam filters, the test won’t be effective. Here’s how to whitelist email domains to ensure your phishing test runs smoothly. What Is a Live Phishing Test? A phishing test simulates real phishing attacks to see how employees […]

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Vendor Security Questionnaires

Tips for Answering Vendor Security Questionnaires

As information security, governance, risk and compliance continually changes organizations will continue to assess their 3rd party vendors using risk-based methodologies to help protect their business operations.  We at SecureCoders understand how overwhelming, time consuming and painful the security questionnaire response process can be.  We hope the tips for answering vendor security questionnaires outlined below […]