Cybersecurity Resources

Tax exempt organizations are not exempt from the growing threats of cyberattacks and security breaches. Nonprofit organizations and associations are stewards of invaluable data, resources, and missions, and the risks of a cyberattack have never been greater.  This symposium provides compelling insight into current trends that impact nonprofit organizations and a look into practical solutions for mitigating risk.

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In this engaging session, we’ll guide you through an immersive journey where technology meets security, and human expertise joins forces with artificial intelligence to fortify your cybersecurity defenses. Our expert speakers provide practical insights and actionable strategies to help you stay ahead of cyber threats and navigate the complex world of compliance obligations.

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Cybersecurity is a part of every organization’s daily life. Want to learn how to protect your organization but become overwhelmed by the technical jargon? Join GRF CPAs & Advisors to learn the critical elements of a cybersecurity program that organizations of any size can follow. We will discuss the various benefits of a well-devised IT assessment to protect your organization from outside threats. The session will also cover best practices needed to enhance cybersecurity efforts and protect your organization’s most sensitive data.

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Data security should be a top priority for all organizations, and this is the perfect time to get your house in order. GRF’s risk advisory services team discusses possible vulnerabilities and weaknesses that malicious actors may already know about, and why they are important to remediate. We cover 19 security-related topics that may have an effect on your organization and help to prevent data breaches, privacy violations, and overall compliance risk. You’ll gain industry best practice knowledge and the top priorities that you should be pursuing to help guide your organization through its cybersecurity journey.

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The GRF Cybersecurity Scorecard identifies possible vulnerabilities and weaknesses of an organization by evaluating 19 security related categories and one informational category. Each of the categories impact the score and help to create an easy-to-read report. The report will identify possible risks, remediation steps, and best practices to increase your score.

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Digital transformation means that organizations must be proactive about their cybersecurity. Not only are there more ways to be attacked than ever before, but cybersecurity breaches are constantly changing and hackers are becoming more sophisticated. Without proper cybersecurity, the organization’s critical activities are at risk and the potential for reputational damage is real.

Successful cybersecurity programs include a combination of elements, including leadership buy-in, end-user training, leveraging existing tools, using multi-factor authentication, and using effective cloud security. Our report details these critical elements and provides recommended resources for improving your cybersecurity posture.

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Business Continuity Planning Provides Organizational Resilience

Unplanned disruptions can adversely affect the operations of any organization, no matter the size, putting it and its stakeholders at significant risk. Fortunately, strategic investments and scenario planning can give your organization a competitive advantage over those who are unprepared for a variety of contingencies. Business Continuity Plans (BCP) are an important part of risk management and can include scenarios such as pandemics (like COVID-19), government shutdowns, natural disasters and cyberattacks. In an era of devastating cyber breaches and unprecedented political rancor, the financial health and mission success of any organization depends on its preparation to weather almost any storm.

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Remote work has exposed existing cybersecurity risks and created new ones. How is your organization responding?

In this eBook, we provide detail on 20 different cybersecurity risk categories that can impact your organization. For each risk category, we explain the potential weaknesses and vulnerabilities that exist and how to identify them in your systems.

These risks are assessed in GRF’s Cybersecurity Risk Assessment and Scorecard, a tool that provides a baseline diagnostic to help you analyze your organization’s risk and develop an appropriate compliance strategy.

You may be surprised to discover you already have the right tools – you just need to leverage them properly.

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The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in economic uncertainty around the world. It also exposed a number of risks for historically stable and profitable businesses, ranging from early retirement of key executives to insufficient insurance coverage. Underlying risks associated with third-parties prevail today. These parties can include everyone from contractors providing janitorial services to suppliers of a critical component to your manufacturing process. Risks to third-parties are also risks to your organization. A plan for managing third party risk protects your organization from unsuspected threats and nasty surprises.

Third-party risk management (TPRM) is the process of analyzing and mitigating risks associated with parties outside your organization.  Whether a third-party is part of the supply chain or an outsourced information technology services provider, organizations are increasingly implementing TPRM programs to ensure third-parties are not creating additional exposure for them. Successful outsourcing relationships with effective risk management allow the organization to safely procure goods and services and focus on their strategic objectives.

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End user cyber security training is essential for preventing malicious actors from gaining unauthorized access to your organization’s network. Creating a risk-averse organization involves making your staff aware of best-practices for identifying common attacks, like phishing scams. At the end of this article, you will find a cyber hygiene template and risk checklists for privacy, third-parties, and IT.

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Remote work has exposed existing cybersecurity vulnerabilities and created new ones. How is your organization responding? The GRF Cybersecurity Risk Assessment and Scorecard provides a baseline diagnostic to help you analyze your organization’s risk and develop an appropriate compliance strategy. You may be surprised to discover you already have the right tools – you just aren’t leveraging them.

In this Blog Series, we provide detail on 20 different risk categories that are assessed in our diagnostic tool. For each risk category, we explain the potential weaknesses and vulnerabilities risks that exist and how to identify them in your systems.

Safeguard risks:

Digital Footprint
Patch Management
Application Security
CDN Security
Website Security

Privacy risks:

SSL/TLS Strength
Credential Management
Hacktivist Shares
Social Network
Information Disclosure

Resiliency:

Attack Surface
DNS Health
Email Security
DDoS Resiliency
Network Security

Reputation Risks:

Brand Monitoring
IP Reputation
Fraudulent Applications
Fraudulent Domains
Web Ranking

Third-Party Risk Management is the process of analyzing and mitigating risks to your organization by parties other than your organization. Third parties pose a persistent risk as they are often holding data on behalf of the organization. Here are some resources to assist in managing these risks:

• A Guide to Third Party Risk Management
• Mitigate Online Donation Risks with PCI Compliance and Third-Party Risk Management
• Aligning Business Continuity Planning with Third Party Risk Management
• Enhancing Third Party Risk Management in Cybersecurity & Privacy Programs
• Essential stages of a third party risk management program
• Third Party Risk Management Checklist (PDF)

Is your organization focused on the right issues when it comes to privacy, IT asset protection and third party risk management? To help clients identify and prioritize the most critical risks, GRF has developed comprehensive checklists that highlight vulnerable areas for most organizations. Use these checklists to analyze your organization’s risk.

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