Both first-time and experienced users of file integrity monitoring (FIM) software may not be aware of the full scope of its benefits. For many organizations, file integrity monitoring is initially implemented for compliance. PCI-DSS requirements 10.3.4 and 11.5.2 require compliant organizations to monitor critical files at least once per week.

What are Information Security Objectives?

Information security objectives are critical for elevating your security program and mitigating risk in the real world. Regardless of the security program’s maturity, it can be helpful to determine how your technology portfolio or acquisition plans fit into larger objectives for risk mitigation. From threat detection to integrity assurance, let’s review some common security goals that are relevant to all organizations and how file integrity monitoring fits in.

1. Maintain a Safe Network

Effective network security is no longer a matter of only protecting your infrastructure with server security (Read more...)