The digital landscape is rapidly evolving, with cloud computing emerging as a transformative force across industries. For businesses interacting with the U.S. government, particularly those handling sensitive data, understanding and adhering to the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) … Read More
Author Archives: Marco Villarruel
CrowdStrike Catastrophe: Raising Software Quality Standards
In a world increasingly reliant on digital infrastructure, the failure to release high-quality software can lead to catastrophic consequences. The recent CrowdStrike Catastrophe serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact that unscrupulous companies, lacking proper guidance and ethics, … Read More
Understanding Legal Issues in Cloud Computing and GCP
In the era of digital transformation, understanding legal issues in cloud computing is crucial. Every organization must satisfy legal standards and regulations while using cloud computing. Adhering to standards like HIPAA, GDPR, and ISO 27018 helps in compliance. However, compliance … Read More
Governance, Risk, and Compliance in Cloud Computing and GCP
The rapid adoption of cloud computing has transformed how organizations operate, offering unparalleled agility, scalability, and cost-efficiency. However, this shift to the cloud also brings unique challenges related to governance, risk, and compliance (GRC). Properly addressing these aspects is crucial … Read More
Protect from a Cybersecurity Breach: Learn from Evolve Bank
In late May 2024, Evolve Bank & Trust identified a significant cybersecurity breach that has had far-reaching implications. This breach, perpetrated by the notorious LockBit 3.0 ransomware group, resulted in the theft and subsequent exposure of critical personal data on … Read More
Ransomware Protection in GCP: Effective Cloud Strategies
Ransomware has become one of the most notorious threats in the cybersecurity landscape. As organizations increasingly move their operations to the cloud, understanding how to implement ransomware protection from a cloud security perspective is crucial. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll … Read More
Business Continuity: Strategies and GCP Disaster Recovery
Guilda’s Guide to Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery in the Cloud In an era where digital transformation drives business growth, ensuring robust cloud security is paramount. Businesses are heavily dependent on cloud infrastructure to maintain operations, safeguard data, and achieve … Read More
Security Controls: Mapping ISO/IEC 27001 & NIST SP 800-53
In our previous post, “Cloud Forensics: Insights and Challenges,” we delved into the intricate landscape of cloud forensics, shedding light on the various challenges as outlined in NIST’s cloud forensic science standards. We discussed the complexities of investigating incidents in … Read More
Cloud Forensics in GCP: Effective Incident Investigation
Understanding Cloud Forensics: Insights and Challenges Cloud computing has revolutionized the way digital data is stored, processed, and transmitted. This shift brings immense benefits but also introduces new challenges for digital forensics. Cloud forensics, the application of forensic science to … Read More
Cisco Hypershield: AI-Scale Data Center Security
Cisco announced the debut of its groundbreaking security solution, Cisco Hypershield, specifically designed for AI-scale data center security. Revolutionizing Network Security Cisco Hypershield is the most significant security innovation in the company’s history. This cloud-native, AI-powered security system is made … Read More
