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Secure Data Storage vs. “Compliant” Storage: What’s the Difference?
At Gold Comet, we believe secure data storage is about how data behaves after it is stored. Our platform ensures that every file, message, and record remains protected throughout its lifecycle—not just while sitting on a server.
Jan 143 min read


Why Compliance Platforms Fail Without Secure Data Storage and Sharing Foundations
Searches for secure data storage and sharing foundations, and compliance platforms and data security for regulatory compliance are rising for a reason: organizations are recognizing that compliance starts with data protection, not just documented policies and striving to follow rules.
Jan 72 min read


Why Privileged Access Management (PAM) Is Essential—And How Gold Comet Delivers It in Virginia
Privileged Access Management (PAM) has become a central pillar in modern cybersecurity frameworks, from CMMC to NIST 800-171 to enterprise-level governance programs. For organizations seeking a platform that’s built with PAM principles at its core, Gold Comet, our cybersecurity company based in Virginia, stands out as a secure, zero-trust, encryption-first alternative to legacy systems.
Dec 10, 20254 min read


The Next Wave of Cybercrime: Deepfakes, AI-Generated Ransomware, and Synthetic Identities
The cybercrime landscape is evolving faster than ever. Traditional threats like phishing and brute-force attacks remain prevalent, but there’s a new wave of attacks powered by artificial intelligence, deepfakes, and synthetic identities emerging.
Oct 23, 20254 min read


Gold Comet: Best Encrypted Messaging Platform for Businesses in Virginia
Business communication has rapidly shifted online … and so have cyber threats. For organizations across the state, finding the best encrypted messaging platform for Virginia businesses has become essential. Headquartered in Virginia, Gold Comet offers the best encrypted messaging platform you’ll find anywhere in the DMV.
Oct 7, 20252 min read


Secure Data Sharing: How to Securely Share Sensitive Data in the US
Whether you’re exchanging medical records, government files, or corporate IP, secure data sharing solutions for businesses operating in the US are critical for avoiding breaches and data loss, fines, and brand damage.
Oct 1, 20252 min read


Phishing Attacks in 2025: Smarter, Faster, and Harder to Spot
Phishing attacks remain the #1 cause of data security breaches, and it’s only getting more sophisticated.
Aug 8, 20251 min read


Zero Trust Solutions: Safeguarding Your Data in Hybrid Work Environments
With the transition to hybrid work, securing encrypted cloud storage, data sharing, and messaging demands a proactive approach that addresses both current risks and looming threats like quantum computing. In this blog post, we’ll unpack the foundational elements of zero trust security, the growing importance of object level encryption, and how to future-proof your strategy against quantum threats.
Jun 24, 20253 min read


Data Residency and Sovereignty Challenges for Global Enterprises
Data residency and sovereignty are becoming more complex as companies expand across borders, partner with international vendors, and adopt cloud-based platforms.
Apr 16, 20255 min read


Zero Trust Collaboration: Enhancing Workflow Efficiency and Productivity
As organizations adapt to the digital and remote-first workplace, Zero Trust collaboration has emerged as a vital strategy.
Mar 12, 20253 min read


The Value of Zero Trust Collaboration
The Zero Trust Model has been a cornerstone of the Gold Comet platform since its inception.
Mar 5, 20252 min read


Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
The cybersecurity world is discovering the need to look at “privilege” through a new lens: Role Based Access Control, or RBAC.
Feb 19, 20254 min read


Gold Comet Platform Recap
Gold Comet has your solution for cybersecure data storage, data sharing and viewing, and messaging operations within our proprietary cloud.
Feb 5, 20251 min read


Zero Trust Collaboration
Gold Comet provides unmatched secure data storage and sharing services built upon the Zero Trust Architecture model.
Jan 29, 20252 min read


Top Cybersecurity Trends and Challenges for the DIB in 2025
The defense sector is a prime target for cybersecurity challenges due to its vast repositories of highly sensitive data,
Jan 8, 20255 min read


Encryption in CMMC Data Compliance: Meeting CUI Standards
CMMC 2.0 emphasizes stringent security measures to protect CUI, making encryption a critical component for compliance.
Nov 6, 20247 min read


The Top 10 Benefits of Secure File Sharing: Gold Comet’s Document Collaboration and Protected Cloud Environment
Collaborative file sharing within a secure environment is a pillar of the Gold Comet platform, along with secure data storage and messaging.
Aug 14, 20244 min read


Top 10 Network Security Protocols Managed Service Providers Should Implement to Mitigate Data Storage Breach
Managed Service Providers (MSPs) play a critical role in safeguarding client data and mitigating security breaches.
Jul 10, 20244 min read


Implementing Privileged Access Management (PAM) for Enhanced Cybersecurity
Implementing Privileged Access Management (PAM) protects stored and shared data against unauthorized access, manipulation, and exfiltration.
Mar 20, 20243 min read


Data Security Posture Management (DSPM)
Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) a comprehensive approach to safeguarding sensitive information, assessing risks, ensuring security.
Mar 6, 20245 min read
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