How international cybersecurity frameworks can help CISOs

Laws and standards regarding cybersecurity often vary within countries, making cross-border cybersecurity complex. International agreements such as the Budapest Convention provide some guidance on compliance and collaboration. However, lack of a global framework and outdated regulations hamper efforts to strengthen protections. While over 70 countries have regulatory power to qualify other nations as ‘adequate’ for data reception, the varying rules create difficulties for privacy professionals. Experts suggest stronger international cooperation and frameworks’ implementation are needed.