While compliance-driven initiatives have undoubtedly improved cybersecurity practices in many sectors, they have also given rise to the mistaken belief that meeting these requirements is the ultimate goal of cybersecurity
“Cybersecurity is a race without a finish line. It’s a perpetual arms race between defenders and attackers.”
–Ginni Rometty
In an era dominated by digital interactions and the unprecedented volume of data exchanges, cybersecurity has transcended its role from a mere compliance requirement to an absolute necessity. While regulatory mandates have driven organisations to prioritise cybersecurity, the true essence of robust cybersecurity practices goes far beyond compliance.
Historically, various regulations such as the Central Bank Guidelines, other local legislations, or international regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in many countries, and industry-specific standards like the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) have enforced cybersecurity measures.
Organisations are legally obligated to comply with these regulations, with…
