Cybersecurity compliance is the practice of following specific rules, laws, and standards designed to protect digital systems, data, and networks from cyber threats.
In basic terms:
It means making sure your organization is doing what it's supposed to do to keep information secure, especially when handling sensitive or regulated data like health records, financial info, or personal details.
Key goals of cybersecurity compliance:
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Protect sensitive data
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Prevent cyber attacks
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Meet legal and industry requirements
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Avoid penalties and reputational damage
Examples of cybersecurity compliance regulations:
Regulation/Standard Purpose Applies To SAMA Finanical industry Cybersecurity All organization in financial and insurance idustry that works at Saudi Arabia NCA Cybersecurity laws and regulation All organization that works at Saudi Arabia NDMO-PDPL Data protection regulation All organization that works at Saudi Arabia