# Compliance Testing

Learn about the most popular and common types of compliance testing, like FedRAMP, NIST, OWASP, government BODs and more.

### What is the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)?

What is DORA? Financial institutions and organisations are often a major target of malicious hackers looking to gain access to sensitive data. According to FS-ISAC, financial organisations saw a 64% increase in ransomware attacks in 2024. Given the large amount of sensitive information these organisations have to manage, it’s imperative that effective measures are taken […]

### Embracing Zero Trust: A New Approach to Cybersecurity

TL;DR: What is Zero Trust? Zero trust, a term coined in 2010 and later adopted by tech giant Google, has revolutionized the way security teams approach cybersecurity. It marks a significant departure from traditional network-based trust, advocating instead for an identity-based trust model. This means that every user and device must be continuously authenticated and […]

### What is Federal Risk and Authorizations Management Program (FedRAMP)?

TL;DR The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) is a government-wide program that ensures the security and protection of federal information when using cloud products and services. It provides a standardized approach to security assessment, authorization and continuous monitoring. FedRAMP empowers agencies to adopt secure cloud […]

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