Cyberattacks are becoming more advanced, but the most vulnerable link often stays the same: people. That is why Kiwa provides training that makes organizations aware of digital and physical risks and shows employees the role they themselves play in cybersecurity. According to Kiwa’s Fabian Dijkman, the key to cybersecurity lies not only in technology but also in behavior and culture. ‘Cybersecurity does not start with technology but with people’s safety awareness.’
The Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) is the first European law to introduce mandatory cybersecurity requirements for all digital products entering the EU internal market. A national consultation was recently concluded in the Netherlands to determine how this law should be implemented Dutch legislation. In the meantime, manufacturers, importers and distributors of products covered by the CRA can already start preparing for what’s to come.
The NEN 7510 standard for information security in the healthcare sector has been revised. The new NEN 7510-1:2024 was published on 16 December 2024 and replaces the previous version, NEN 7510:2017+A1:2020. The old version of the standard can still be used for certification under accreditation until 20 February 2027.
To implement AI safely and responsibly, international standards such as ISO 27001 and ISO 42001 play a crucial role. While ISO 27001 focuses on data protection, an AI management system (AIMS) under ISO 42001 is designed to manage and optimize the use of AI within an organization. By combining ISO 27001 and ISO 42001, businesses can develop a stronger and more proactive approach to information security.
