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SAP published ten new and two updated Security Notes for April 2024 Patch Tuesday. Compared to March’s SAP Security Patch Day release, this month’s release contains the same number of patches. However, there are no HotNews notes for April. Although there are no new HotNews notes, this month’s release includes some very important updates. Three…

Dear Compliance Administrator, If you’re reading this, chances are you’re somewhere in the throes of a SOX audit – or facing the looming dread of one. Let’s be honest: SOX preparation without the right tools is an uphill battle. The weight of manual processes, endless data wrangling, and the desperate pursuit of timely reviews can…

Last month, Kuppinger Cole, a globally recognized analyst organization, took a closer look at Pathlock’s Cybersecurity Application Controls (CAC) product in a detailed Executive View report. Known for their impartial and thorough assessments, Kuppinger Cole’s review takes a deep dive into Pathlock CAC’s key features across various modules, helping paint a clear picture of the…

Imagine your SAP system as a bustling metropolis, buzzing with transactions and data flows. But beneath the surface lurks a hidden element – internal controls, the silent guardians ensuring everything runs smoothly and securely. Unfortunately, managing these controls can feel like juggling an octopus on a unicycle – a tangled mess of documentation, manual tasks, and…

Company Controllers and Directors of Internal Audit are intimately familiar with the complexities and resource demands of SOX audits. While meticulous adherence to regulations is paramount, relying solely on manual processes for audit preparation can wear down your team, raise error rates, and, let’s face it, become surprisingly costly. Let’s break down the reality of…

Many organizations focus on external threats when it comes to cybersecurity. Hackers, malware, and cyberattacks dominate the headlines. But what about the threats that come from within? Disgruntled employees, accidental data breaches, and social engineering attacks can all expose your sensitive SAP data. In this complex landscape, data-centric security is crucial for protecting your SAP…

What Is Governance Risk and Compliance? Organizations employ a governance risk and compliance framework (GRC) to handle interdependencies between corporate governance policies, regulatory compliance, and enterprise risk management programs. GRC strategies aim to help organizations better coordinate processes, technologies, and people and ensure ethical behavior. A well planned GRC strategy can address many of the…

Many Oracle E-Business Suite and JD Edwards customers are choosing to use Oracle Fusion Cloud ERP (often called Oracle Cloud ERP) to implement new or enhanced functionality while continuing to use their core ERP systems. When implementing ERP systems and other key business applications, good role design is crucial in ensuring that all users have…

PeopleSoft security is essential for protecting sensitive data, complying with regulations, preventing fraud, maintaining system integrity, preserving reputation, minimizing financial losses, and ensuring user accountability. That said, with the regulatory landscape constantly evolving, it is widely understood that PeopleSoft teams that execute identity governance processes (e.g., provisioning, certifications, etc.) manually struggle to maintain a security model that…