Modern cybersecurity is about more than just reacting to threats as they emerge. Adopting proactive cybersecurity measures is not just a strategic advantage; it’s an operational necessity that can spell the difference between business as usual and breaches that erode customer trust and shareholder value.

Whether you’re a cybersecurity veteran or new to the domain, understanding the urgency and advantages of proactive cybersecurity can help your organization stay ahead of emerging threats and avoid the significant costs associated with data breaches and compliance failures.

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Digital payments are, for the most part, the norm for commerce in the modern world. From swiping credit cards, tapping phones, or using credit card information in digital storefronts, a lot of payment information is moving through digital networks… and potentially insecure technologies. This is why credit card networks created the PCI DSS standard to govern security in the payments industry. 

PCI DSS governs these payment technologies, including developing and implementing payment tools at all customer touchpoints. This has led to the PCI DSS Secure Software Life Cycle (SLC) standard, a guideline designed to ensure that security is embedded right from the inception of software development.

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The U.S. Department of Defense launched the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) in response to the escalating cyber threats. This initiative underscores the increasing emphasis on the maturity of cybersecurity programs as a benchmark for assessment and standardization within the Defense Industrial Base and its extensive supply chain.

Yet, a surprising revelation from Infosecurity Magazine indicates that a mere 22% of organizations have fully matured their cybersecurity programs. 

This article discusses the foundation of cybersecurity maturity, its significance, and best practices. 

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