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Strategic Perspectives on Cyber Defense
Stay ahead of evolving threats with expert insights from the Mass Data team. In Strategic Perspectives on Cyber Defense, we share analysis, best practices, and real-world guidance to help organizations strengthen their security posture. Explore the latest in data protection, compliance, and threat intelligence—backed by over a decade of hands-on experience.
From RMF to CSRMC: The DoW’s Bold Move Toward Continuous…
Introduction: Why CSRMC? The Department of War (DoW) — the rebranded Defense Department under the current administration — recently unveiled its new Cybersecurity Risk Management Construct (CSRMC), a major doctrinal…
The Human Side of Cybersecurity: Why Awareness Is More Than…
As we’re gearing up for an incredibly busy and productive October (Cybersecurity Awareness Month) here at Mass Data Defense — I had originally planned to write an article on emerging…
How to Spot a Phishing Email in 3 Seconds
How to Spot a Phishing Email is one of the most critical skills for anyone living in today’s digital world. Every single day, cybercriminals send out millions of fake messages…
5 Leading UEBA Solutions Transforming Cybersecurity in 2025
User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) solutions are no longer optional in enterprise cybersecurity—they are mission-critical. In today’s complex environment where attackers often slip past traditional defenses, UEBA solutions give…
A New Frontier in Cybersecurity – UEBA
Machine learning & AI: Continuously adapts to new patterns without needing constant manual rule updates. Behavioral baselining: Learns what normal user and system activity looks like over time. Anomaly detection:…
The Proven Way Continuous Compliance Builds Brand Trust
Trust is no longer a soft quality that can be implied with clever marketing. In today’s hyperconnected world, trust is measurable, contractual, and transactional. It determines who wins customers, who…
Luna HSM: Use Cases, Benefits, and Why Organizations Need Hardware…
When it comes to safeguarding sensitive data, nothing compares to the security provided by a Hardware Security Module (HSM). Among the leading solutions in this field is Luna HSM, widely…
Continuous Monitoring Made Easy: Pass Federal Audits with Confidence
It’s the week before your scheduled federal audit. Tickets are piling up, your inbox is full of last‑minute evidence requests, and someone just noticed a gap in last quarter’s vulnerability…
7 Powerful FedRAMP Compliance tools that make Audits Effortless
Picture this: It’s 10 days before your FedRAMP audit. Your inbox is overflowing with last-minute document requests, half your compliance evidence lives in email threads, and the rest is scattered…
Avoid These 5 Costly Compliance Mistakes in Government Contracting
In the world of government contracting, compliance is not a luxury—it’s a requirement. The ever-evolving regulations and standards imposed by federal agencies mean that even minor oversights can result in…
Essential CMMC Audit Checklist: Steps to Pass Your First Audit
If your organization handles Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) for the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), you can no longer ignore cybersecurity compliance. The CMMC audit checklist has become the new…
FedRAMP, FISMA, and CMMC: Which One Applies to You?
Cybersecurity isn’t just a buzzword in the world of government contracting—it’s a requirement. Whether you’re a cloud service provider, a SaaS startup bidding on federal contracts, or a defense contractor…
How to Prepare for a NIST 800-171 Audit
Introduction If your organization handles Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) for the Department of Defense (DoD) or any federal agency, preparing for a NIST 800-171 audit is a business-critical priority. Achieving…
CMMC 2.0 Could Cost You Contracts — Here’s How to…
Under CMMC 2.0, compliance is no longer just a checkbox. It’s a contract requirement. If you fail to meet the standards for your required level, you could be disqualified from…
GDPR vs CCPA – Which Data Privacy Rules Apply to…
GDPR vs CCPA which one is for you? In the era of data-driven business, protecting personal information is more than a compliance requirement—it’s a competitive advantage. The General Data Protection…
HIPAA Cloud Compliance: 5 Mistakes That Put Patient Data at…
HIPAA cloud compliance security for patient data in the cloud. HIPAA cloud compliance is essential for healthcare organizations moving to the cloud.The cloud offers speed and flexibility that on‑premises systems…
Post‑Quantum Cryptography: Why You Need to Prepare Now
Quantum computing is no longer a futuristic concept—it is advancing rapidly and has the potential to break the encryption algorithms that safeguard today’s digital world. While quantum computers capable of…
Why HSMs Are Still Mission-Critical in 2025 (and How to…
For years, HSMs have been the bedrock of enterprise-grade encryption. They’re trusted, FIPS-validated, and built for a world where control and compliance come before convenience. But in 2025, with the…
7 Hidden Risks That Zero Trust Security Solves
Introduction Cybersecurity threats are evolving fast — and most businesses are using outdated strategies to fight them. You may think your perimeter is secure, but hidden vulnerabilities inside your network…
Confessions of a Former Black Hat Hacker: 5 Secrets Your…
The cybersecurity industry rarely discusses the uncomfortable truths about organizational vulnerabilities from the perspective of those who exploit them professionally. As a former black hat hacker who spent eight years…
Cloud Security Misconceptions That Cost Companies Millions
Cloud security misconceptions have contributed to over $4.88 billion in preventable data breach costs in 2024, with 87% of organizations holding at least one dangerous assumption about cloud security according…