Is Your Website Ready for DORA? A Cybersecurity Deep Dive with Simon Wijckmans

In this episode of Startuprad.io, we're joined by Simon Wijckmans, CEO and Founder of c/side, to discuss the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) and its impact on website security. While many companies focus on securing their core systems, DORA also highlights the crucial role of website security, especially when it comes to third-party dependencies like chatbots, analytics tools, and other dynamic assets.  

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Key takeaways from this episode:

• Understanding the DORA Act: Learn about the key requirements of DORA and how it impacts your website's security posture.  

• Managing Third-Party Dependencies: Discover the hidden risks associated with third-party scripts and tools on your website and how to actively monitor and manage them to ensure compliance.  

• Active Monitoring of Dynamic Assets: Explore the importance of actively monitoring dynamic assets like chatbots and interactive elements to detect and respond to security incidents promptly.  

• Incident Response and Regulatory Reporting: Learn how to design an effective incident response process and ensure compliant reporting in the event of a security breach or issue.  

• Communicating Your Compliance Strategy: Discover how to effectively communicate your DORA compliance strategy to investors and build trust by demonstrating your commitment to security.  

Guest: Simon Wijckmans, CEO and Founder of c/side

Company: c/side

Website: https://cside.dev/

Show Notes:

• DORA Act Official Website: https://www.eiopa.europa.eu/digital-operational-resilience-act-dora_en

• Blog Post: https://www.startuprad.io/post/dora-act-website-compliance-a-comprehensive-guide-for-tech-founders

• Simon Wijckmans LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wijckmans/

• YouTube Talk on Slush: https://youtu.be/m1R2OHTfuo4?si=erGWr07_rJjczAHp

Timestamps:

• 0:00 Introduction

• 1:30 Understanding the DORA Act

• 3:15 Identifying Third-Party Dependencies

• 6:45 Active Monitoring of Dynamic Assets

• 10:20 Incident Response

• 13:50 Communicating with Investors

• 16:30 Q&A