CyRAACS Blog

In today's evolving threat landscape, cybersecurity audits are no longer just compliance checkboxes-they’ve become essential tools for strategic risk management and organizational resilience. Why Cybersecurity Audits Matter Beyond Compliance Cybersecurity audits offer more than a snapshot of compliance status-they help: Recent trends show cybersecurity audit frameworks evolving. The Institute of Internal Auditors is integrating stronger […]

In today's interconnected digital landscape, APIs serve as the foundation for modern applications, enabling seamless data exchange. However, the rapid adoption of APIs has led to an increase in security vulnerabilities, making them prime targets for cyberattacks. To safeguard sensitive data, organizations must embrace proactive API testing, threat detection, and manual security assessments while learning […]

As organizations accelerate their digital transformation journeys, they’re building and deploying new systems, platforms, and customer experiences at unprecedented speed. But speed without security is a recipe for long-term risk. Embedding security and privacy by design ensures that digital initiatives are secure, compliant, and resilient from day one—not retrofitted after launch. This blog explores how organizations can […]

The cybersecurity threat landscape confronting financial institutions in India has evolved dramatically in complexity and sophistication. As regulatory requirements intensify with RBI's Cyber Security Framework, Master Direction on Digital Payment Security Controls, and IT Outsourcing guidelines, banks face unprecedented challenges to defend their digital perimeters while simultaneously advancing digital transformation initiatives. The enactment of India's […]

Generative AI technologies - ranging from large language models (LLMs) to image and code generators - are transforming the financial sector. From automated customer interactions to rapid risk analysis, financial institutions are adopting AI tools to innovate and improve efficiency. However, these gains come with new and significant cybersecurity and privacy risks. In a highly […]

As organizations continue to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) across operations, from automation and analytics to cybersecurity and compliance, the surface area of potential threats is also expanding. While AI promises greater efficiency and smarter threat detection, it inadvertently introduces new challenges, particularly when it comes to identifying and mitigating sophisticated insider threats. The Evolving Nature […]

Assume nothing; every assumption is the mother of all mishaps, and in cybersecurity, misconceptions can be catastrophically costly. A common misunderstanding I frequently encounter in my role as a cyber security consultant/auditor  at CyRAACS is the belief that AWS GuardDuty functions as an antivirus solution for cloud environments. This fundamental misinterpretation can create a dangerous […]

In the rise of cloud-native apps, and rapid adoption of microservices, cybersecurity has never been more important. Two crucial components of modern application protection are Application Security (AppSec) and API Security. Though closely related, they serve distinct purposes—and together, they form a powerful defense against today’s evolving threats. In this blog, we’ll break down the […]

In the Digital-first environment, the sheer volume of data generated and managed by organizations presents both opportunities and challenges. Among the most critical measures businesses can take to secure their operations is data classification—the process of organizing and categorizing data based on its sensitivity, value, and importance. With rising cyber threats and stringent regulations, data […]