Frequently Asked Questions
ISO 27001 Compliance & Certification
What is ISO 27001 and why is it important for organizations?
ISO 27001 is an internationally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS). It provides a framework of policies and procedures that includes all legal, physical, and technical controls involved in an organization’s information risk management processes. ISO 27001 is important because it helps organizations establish, implement, operate, monitor, review, maintain, and continually improve their information security posture, which is critical in the face of increasing data breaches and cyberattacks. (ISO)
How does Cymulate assist organizations with ISO 27001 compliance?
Cymulate assists organizations with ISO 27001 compliance by providing an assessment platform that enables fast and easy testing of the current security posture. The platform supports asset-based and scenario/event-based risk assessment methodologies, which are key components of ISO 27001. Cymulate’s breach and attack simulation capabilities help organizations validate their controls, identify vulnerabilities, and prepare for both internal and external audits required for compliance and certification. (Source)
What are the main steps to achieving ISO 27001 certification?
The main steps to achieving ISO 27001 certification include: 1) Implementing an ISMS that meets the standard’s requirements, 2) Conducting internal audits to check compliance, 3) Undergoing an external audit by an independent certification body, and 4) Passing annual surveillance audits to ensure ongoing compliance. Cymulate’s platform helps organizations prepare for these steps by enabling continuous security validation and risk assessment. (Source)
How does Cymulate help with risk assessment for ISO 27001?
Cymulate’s assessment platform supports both asset-based and scenario/event-based risk assessment methodologies, which are commonly used by organizations pursuing ISO 27001 compliance. The platform enables organizations to test their security posture against real-world threats and validate the effectiveness of their controls, making risk assessment faster and more accurate. (Source)
What are the benefits of achieving ISO 27001 compliance with Cymulate?
Organizations using Cymulate to achieve ISO 27001 compliance benefit from improved information security, enhanced reputation, and increased competitiveness. According to the ISO 27001 Global Report 2016, 98% of organizations cited improved information security as the most important benefit, while others noted reputation and competitiveness gains. Cymulate’s platform streamlines compliance processes, making them faster and more effective. (Source)
How does Cymulate’s platform make ISO 27001 assessment procedures easier?
Cymulate’s on-demand platform allows organizations to test their security posture anytime and anywhere, making the ISO 27001 assessment procedure fast and easy to perform. The platform automates testing, shortens the testing cycle, and speeds up time to remediation, which is especially valuable when preparing for certification audits. (Source)
What are common challenges organizations face with ISO 27001 compliance?
Common challenges include failing to measure the effectiveness of cybersecurity investments, not knowing where sensitive data is located, slow recovery after breaches, and poor employee understanding of IT security policies. Cymulate helps address these challenges by providing continuous validation, actionable insights, and automated testing. (2017 State of Cybersecurity Metrics Annual Report)
How does Cymulate support both compliance and certification for ISO 27001?
Cymulate supports organizations in both achieving compliance (meeting the requirements of ISO 27001) and preparing for certification (external audit by an independent body). The platform enables internal audits, validates controls, and provides evidence for external certification audits, while also supporting ongoing surveillance audits. (Source)
What metrics demonstrate the effectiveness of ISO 27001 compliance efforts?
Key metrics include the percentage of companies measuring cybersecurity effectiveness, the ability to locate and secure sensitive data, recovery time after breaches, and employee understanding of IT security policies. For example, 58% of companies fail to measure effectiveness, and 4 out of 5 don’t know where sensitive data is located. Cymulate helps organizations improve these metrics through continuous validation and reporting. (2017 State of Cybersecurity Metrics Annual Report)
How does Cymulate’s Exposure Validation feature help with ISO 27001?
Cymulate Exposure Validation makes advanced security testing fast and easy, allowing organizations to build custom attack chains and validate their controls in one place. This capability is essential for meeting ISO 27001 requirements for ongoing risk assessment and control validation. (Exposure Validation Data Sheet)
What customer feedback is available regarding Cymulate’s ease of use for compliance?
Customers consistently praise Cymulate for its ease of use and intuitive interface. For example, Raphael Ferreira, Cybersecurity Manager, stated, “Cymulate is easy to implement and use—all you need to do is click a few buttons, and you receive a lot of practical insights into how you can improve your security posture.” (Customer Quotes)
How quickly can organizations implement Cymulate for ISO 27001 compliance?
Cymulate is designed for rapid implementation, operating in agentless mode with no need for additional hardware or complex configurations. Customers can start running simulations almost immediately after deployment, enabling quick progress toward ISO 27001 compliance. (Schedule a Demo)
What certifications does Cymulate hold to support compliance efforts?
Cymulate holds several key certifications, including SOC2 Type II, ISO 27001:2013 (Information Security Management), ISO 27701 (Privacy Information Management), ISO 27017 (Cloud Services Security Controls), and CSA STAR Level 1. These certifications demonstrate Cymulate’s commitment to industry-leading security and compliance standards. (Security at Cymulate)
Which ISO standards does Cymulate comply with?
Cymulate complies with ISO 27001:2013 (Information Security Management System), ISO 27701 (Privacy Information Management), and ISO 27017 (Security controls for cloud services), as audited and certified by an independent body. (Security at Cymulate)
How does Cymulate ensure data security and privacy?
Cymulate ensures data security through encryption for data in transit (TLS 1.2+) and at rest (AES-256), secure AWS-hosted data centers, and a tested disaster recovery plan. The platform also includes mandatory 2-Factor Authentication (2FA), Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC), IP address restrictions, and TLS encryption for its Help Center. (Security at Cymulate)
What is Cymulate’s approach to application and HR security?
Cymulate follows a strict Secure Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including secure code training, continuous vulnerability scanning, and annual third-party penetration tests. Employees undergo ongoing security awareness training, phishing tests, and adhere to comprehensive security policies. (Security at Cymulate)
Is Cymulate GDPR compliant?
Yes, Cymulate incorporates data protection by design and has a dedicated privacy and security team, including a Data Protection Officer (DPO) and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), ensuring GDPR compliance. (Security at Cymulate)
Features & Capabilities
What are the key features of Cymulate’s platform?
Cymulate’s platform offers continuous threat validation, unified exposure management, attack path discovery, automated mitigation, AI-powered optimization, complete kill chain coverage, ease of use, and an extensive threat library with over 100,000 attack actions updated daily. (Platform Overview)
What integrations does Cymulate support?
Cymulate integrates with a wide range of security technologies, including Akamai Guardicore, AWS GuardDuty, BlackBerry Cylance OPTICS, Carbon Black EDR, Check Point CloudGuard, Cisco Secure Endpoint, CrowdStrike Falcon, Wiz, SentinelOne, and more. For a complete list, visit the Partnerships and Integrations page.
How does Cymulate’s platform differ from traditional security validation tools?
Cymulate offers a unified platform that combines Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS), Continuous Automated Red Teaming (CART), and Exposure Analytics. Unlike traditional tools that rely on point-in-time assessments, Cymulate provides continuous, automated attack simulations and actionable insights, improving efficiency and resilience. (Cymulate vs Competitors)
What are the operational benefits of using Cymulate?
Cymulate automates security validation processes, leading to a 60% increase in team efficiency, up to 60 hours saved per month in testing, and a 40X faster threat validation compared to manual methods. (Optimize Threat Resilience)
How does Cymulate help prioritize vulnerabilities and exposures?
Cymulate validates exploitability and ranks exposures based on prevention and detection capabilities, business context, and threat intelligence, enabling organizations to focus on the most critical vulnerabilities. (Exposure Prioritization)
Use Cases & Benefits
Who can benefit from using Cymulate?
Cymulate is designed for CISOs, security leaders, SecOps teams, Red Teams, and vulnerability management teams in organizations of all sizes and industries, including finance, healthcare, retail, media, transportation, and manufacturing. (CISO/CIO, SecOps, Red Teams, Vulnerability Management)
What are some real-world case studies demonstrating Cymulate’s value?
Hertz Israel reduced cyber risk by 81% in four months using Cymulate. A sustainable energy company scaled penetration testing cost-effectively, and Nemours Children’s Health improved detection in hybrid and cloud environments. See more at the Cymulate Case Studies page.
How does Cymulate address the pain point of fragmented security tools?
Cymulate integrates exposure data and automates validation, providing a unified view of the security posture and reducing gaps caused by disconnected tools. (Optimize Threat Resilience)
How does Cymulate help organizations with resource constraints?
Cymulate automates manual security validation tasks, improving efficiency and allowing security teams to focus on strategic initiatives rather than repetitive processes. (Optimize Threat Resilience)
How does Cymulate support communication between security teams and leadership?
Cymulate provides quantifiable metrics and actionable insights, enabling CISOs and security leaders to justify investments and communicate risks effectively to stakeholders. (CISO/CIO)
Pricing & Plans
What is Cymulate’s pricing model?
Cymulate operates on a subscription-based pricing model tailored to each organization’s requirements. Pricing depends on the chosen package, number of assets, and scenarios selected for testing. For a detailed quote, schedule a demo with the Cymulate team.
Support & Implementation
What support resources does Cymulate provide for new customers?
Cymulate offers email and chat support, a knowledge base with technical articles and videos, webinars, e-books, and an AI chatbot for quick answers and best practices. (Webinars, E-books)
How does Cymulate ensure ongoing compliance and security updates?
Cymulate updates its SaaS platform every two weeks with new features, threat intelligence, and compliance enhancements, ensuring customers always have access to the latest capabilities. (About Us)
Resources & Further Reading
Where can I find Cymulate’s Resource Hub?
The Resource Hub is a central location for insights, thought leadership, and Cymulate product information. Access it at cymulate.com/resources/.
Where can I read about the latest threats and research from Cymulate?
Stay updated on the latest threats, research, and company news by visiting the Cymulate blog and newsroom.
Does Cymulate provide a glossary of cybersecurity terms?
Yes, Cymulate offers a glossary explaining cybersecurity terms, acronyms, and jargon. Visit cymulate.com/cybersecurity-glossary/ for more information.
