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Freddie Mac Information Security Requirements
Kevin Robinson Kevin Robinson

Freddie Mac Information Security Requirements

Explore Freddie Mac's information security requirements categorized into administrative, technical, and operational controls for defense-in-depth. Expert insights from CISSP Kevin Robinson on building a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy for Seller/Servicers.

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Cybersecurity Is Strategic
Kevin Robinson Kevin Robinson

Cybersecurity Is Strategic

Cybersecurity decisions impact the entire organization. They must be strategic, guiding long-term outcomes like the WWII "defeat Germany first" approach. Integrate security from idea inception to influence design, processes, and culture. Prioritize it to ensure availability, confidentiality, and data integrity.

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Cyber Risk is Systemic
Kevin Robinson Kevin Robinson

Cyber Risk is Systemic

Cyber risk is like a domino effect. Today’s businesses rely on so many connected pieces (cloud services, apps, the internet, and even employees clicking the wrong email) that a problem in one spot can quickly spread and hurt the whole company. Learn how you can help protect against it, especially in the mortgage industry which is part of the bigger financial world.

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