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Data Classification: Enabling Compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOX, & More

Wed, 02/04/2026
Learn how Fortra's Data Classification Suite can facilitate compliance with GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOX, and other prominent data privacy regulations.
Compliance
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
International Traffic in Arms (ITAR)
ISO 27001:2013
SOX (Sarbanes Oxley)
Data Classification
Preparing for a CMMC Audit: A Practical Guide for Success
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Preparing for a CMMC Audit: A Practical Guide for Success

Mon, 08/25/2025
Discover what a CMMC audit involves, how it ensures compliance for defense contractors, and how it differs from other cybersecurity audits.
Compliance
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
Data Classification
Security Automation
CMMC Compliance Checklist: Steps to Achieve Certification
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CMMC Compliance Checklist: Steps to Achieve Certification

Mon, 06/09/2025
CMMC is a cybersecurity standard implemented by the US Department of Defense to protect sensitive data within its supply chain. Use this checklist to help achieve certification.
Compliance
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
Data Classification
Data Protection
What Is CUI Specified? Key Differences Explained
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What Is CUI Specified? Key Differences Explained

Mon, 04/28/2025
CUI Specified is info needing protection or control under specific laws, regulations, or government-wide policies.
Compliance
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
Data Classification
What Is CUI Basic? Guidelines and Security Measures
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What Is CUI Basic? Guidelines and Security Measures

Mon, 04/21/2025
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) is a sensitive data category that the United States federal government produces or interacts with.
Compliance
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
Data Classification
Patch Tuesday
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Patch Tuesday Update August 2024

By Tyler Reguly on Thu, 08/15/2024
The three CVSS 9.8 vulnerabilities included in this month’s patch drop are likely to be the first thing that catches anyone’s attention this month. All three are remote, unauthenticated code execution, the very type of vulnerability where we previously would have used the word, “wormable.”
IT Infrastructure Protection
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What Is ISO 27001 and How Can It Help Your Organization?

Thu, 03/30/2023
What Is ISO 27001?ISO 27001, also known as ISO/IEC 27001, is a widely recognized international standard that defines best practices for implementing and managing information security in an Information Security Management System (ISMS).Since it was first developed, the goal of the standard has been to provide a model for establishing, implementing,...
Compliance
ISO 27001:2013
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What is DORA and How Can You Achieve Compliance?

Tue, 02/28/2023
When searching online for the new EU Regulation for strengthening the cybersecurity of financial entities and their third-party IT providers, called Digital Operational Resilience Act or DORA, it is almost certain that you will stumble upon Dora the Explorer, the famous kids’ animation.
IT Infrastructure Protection
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How to Recognize and Respond to Emerging Social Media Cybersecurity Threats

Wed, 12/07/2022
Facebook. Twitter. Instagram. LinkedIn. YouTube. Pinterest. Mastodon. The list goes on. Whether you love or loathe social media, these platforms have become integral to how we communicate as individuals and businesses. Cybercriminals have also taken note, embracing these communication channels wholeheartedly to reach vast audiences quickly,...
Data Loss Prevention
IT Infrastructure Protection
Mike Devine CMO at Fortra
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Evolving the Brand From HelpSystems to Fortra: Mike Devine

Wed, 11/02/2022
Over the past year, the chief marketing officer at Fortra has led the company’s effort to build upon its HelpSystems roots and redefine its role as a cybersecurity beacon for threat-weary security professionals. Learn about the monumental effort required to update the brand and why there’s a groundswell of excitement about what it means for the future.
IT Infrastructure Protection
Data Loss Prevention
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Cybersecurity Quiz: Security Solutions 101

Mon, 08/15/2022
Are you shopping for security solutions for your organization but aren't sure where to begin? Start by taking our cybersecurity quiz to test your knowledge.
Data Loss Prevention
IT Infrastructure Protection