This episode uncovers the "perfect storm" of cyber risks facing cannabis operators, from the regulatory "cashless ATM" crackdowns to the sophisticated phishing campaigns responsible for nearly 9 out of 10 industry breaches. We analyze high-profile incidents like the Stiiizy data exposure to show how third-party vendor vulnerabilities can cascade through POS and seed-to-sale systems, putting customer data and state licenses at risk. Finally, we outline essential "defense-in-depth" strategies, such as separating operational technology from corporate networks and implementing phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication, to build a cyber-resilient business.
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As the Department of Defense activates Phase 1 of the CMMC rollout, government contractors must race to validate their cybersecurity posture or risk losing contract eligibility. This episode breaks down the critical path to Level 2 certification, including the costs of remediation, the 110 controls of NIST SP 800-171, and the mandatory reporting requirements for the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS). Tune in for a strategic guide on finalizing your System Security Plan, budgeting for third-party assessments, and ensuring your organization avoids the "No CMMC Status" designation.
www.compliancehub.wiki/compliance-report-procedures-for-nist-sp-800-171-and-cmmc-assessment-submission-in-the-supplier-performance-risk-system-sprs
 
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In deze aflevering duiken we in de nieuwe Cyberbeveiligingswet (Cbw), die de Europese NIS2-richtlijn naar Nederlandse wetgeving vertaalt en de huidige Wbni vervangt. We bespreken waarom de implementatie is vertraagd tot het tweede kwartaal van 2026 en waarom de Rijksoverheid adviseert om nu al te starten met de tien verplichte zorgplichtmaatregelen. Daarnaast analyseren we de impact op bestuurders, die persoonlijk aansprakelijk kunnen worden gesteld voor het falen van het digitale risicobeheer.
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www.compliancehub.wiki/the-dutch-nis2-law-cbw-is-delayed-to-2026-acting-now-is-not-optional-its-a-fiduciary-duty
 
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This episode unpacks the new timeline for the Cyberbeveiligingswet, the Dutch implementation of NIS2 now projected for the second quarter of 2026, and explains the critical distinction between Essential and Important entities. We dive into the expanded fiduciary duties for board members, who now face mandatory training and potential personal liability if they fail to approve and supervise strict risk management measures. Experts discuss why the "Duty of Care" obligations—ranging from supply chain security to incident reporting within 24 hours—must be adopted now to avoid catastrophic fines of up to €10 million.
www.compliancehub.wiki/the-dutch-nis2-law-cbw-is-delayed-to-2026-acting-now-is-not-optional-its-a-fiduciary-duty
https://eumapping.compliancehub.wiki
 
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As governments from Australia to Texas enforce "digital borders" through mandates like the Social Media Minimum Age Act, the internet is rapidly shifting from an open forum to a surveillance state requiring government ID or biometric scans for entry. While intended to protect children, experts warn these systems create "massive centralized repositories" of sensitive data ripe for hackers, while determined minors easily bypass them using VPNs or even photos of pets. This episode unpacks how these laws threaten online anonymity, disproportionately exclude marginalized communities, and force users to trade their privacy for the right to speak.
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We investigate the "Firewall Crisis" where the four dominant vendors—Cisco, Fortinet, SonicWall, and Check Point—collectively contributed over 50 actively exploited vulnerabilities to CISA's catalog, effectively transforming defensive appliances into primary attack vectors. The discussion uncovers how this systemic failure enabled the Akira ransomware group to generate $244 million by targeting Cisco VPNs and allowed the Qilin group to cripple healthcare systems by exploiting Fortinet flaws. Finally, we analyze the "Zero-Day Paradox," exploring how security giant Check Point was breached twice in nine months by its own research, signaling the urgent need for organizations to abandon perimeter reliance in favor of Zero Trust.
 
https://breached.company/fortinet-under-fire-how-firewall-vulnerabilities-are-devastating-healthcare-and-critical-infrastructure
https://breached.company/check-points-zero-day-paradox-the-security-company-that-couldnt-secure-itself
https://breached.company/marquis-ransomware-breach-when-third-party-vendors-become-the-weakest-link-in-financial-services
https://breached.company/cisco-under-siege-how-akira-ransomware-and-nation-state-actors-are-exploiting-americas-most-critical-network-infrastructure
https://www.securitycareers.help/the-cisos-nightmare-trifecta-when-data-centers-vendor-risk-management-and-insider-threats-collide
www.securitycareers.help/the-firewall-crisis-a-cisos-guide-to-understanding-why-americas-network-perimeter-is-collapsing
 
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After years of controversy, EU member states have agreed on a revised position for the "Chat Control" regulation that drops mandatory mass scanning but introduces a framework for "voluntary" detection of private messages. Privacy advocates and security experts warn that this new "risk mitigation" approach, coupled with mandatory age verification, could still effectively force platforms to implement surveillance infrastructure and end online anonymity. As the proposal moves to final negotiations, a significant clash looms between the Council’s push for monitoring and the European Parliament’s desire to protect end-to-end encryption and fundamental rights.
www.compliancehub.wiki/5-alarming-truths-about-the-war-on-your-digital-privacy-in-2026
 
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Australia is launching a world-first "grand experiment" by banning social media for under-16s and mandating age verification for search engines, threatening fines of up to $49.5 million for tech giants that fail to comply. We explore the massive privacy trade-offs as millions of Australians—adults included—face requirements to submit government IDs or undergo biometric face scans just to remain logged into services like Google and Instagram. From teenagers planning to bypass the "digital firewall" with VPNs to critics warning of a permanent expansion of the surveillance state, we investigate whether this policy will save the youth or simply push them into the internet’s darkest corners.
www.compliancehub.wiki/australias-teen-social-media-ban-isnt-what-you-think-5-surprising-truths
 
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