{"id":1939,"date":"2026-02-25T10:23:08","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T10:23:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ioss.co\/blog\/?p=1939"},"modified":"2026-02-25T10:23:08","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T10:23:08","slug":"software-security-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ioss.co\/blog\/software-security-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Software Security Explained: A Practical Guide for Software Development Companies"},"content":{"rendered":"<link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdnjs.cloudflare.com\/ajax\/libs\/font-awesome\/5.15.4\/css\/all.min.css\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/fonts.googleapis.com\/css2?family=Poppins:wght@400;500;600;700;900&#038;display=swap\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\n<style>\n        \/* --- Base & Typography --- *\/\n        body {\n            padding-top: 40px;\n            padding-bottom: 40px;\n            font-family: 'Poppins', sans-serif;\n            color: #444;\n            background-color: #fcfcfc;\n            line-height: 1.7;\n        }<\/p>\n<p>        \/* --- Headers & Gradients --- *\/\n        h1, .h1 {\n            font-size: 2.8rem;\n            font-weight: 700;\n            margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\n            color: #2d3436;\n            letter-spacing: -1px;\n        }<\/p>\n<p>        h2, .h2 {\n            color: #bb0000 !important;\n            margin-top: 40px;\n            margin-bottom: 1.5rem;\n            font-weight: 700;\n            position: relative;\n            display: inline-block;\n        }<\/p>\n<p>        \/* Underline effect for H2 *\/\n        h2::after {\n            content: '';\n            display: block;\n            width: 50px;\n            height: 4px;\n            background: #ff4d6d;\n            margin-top: 8px;\n            border-radius: 2px;\n        }<\/p>\n<p>        h3, .h3 {\n            font-weight: 600;\n            margin-top: 2rem;\n            margin-bottom: 1rem;\n            color: #2d3436;\n        }<\/p>\n<p>        h4 {\n            font-weight: 600;\n            margin-top: 1.5rem;\n            color: #2d3436;\n            font-size: 1.2rem;\n        }<\/p>\n<p>        a {\n            color: #ff4d6d;\n            font-weight: 600;\n            transition: color 0.3s;\n        }<\/p>\n<p>        a:hover {\n            color: #bb0000;\n            text-decoration: none;\n        }<\/p>\n<p>        \/* --- Custom Components --- *\/<\/p>\n<p>        \/* 1. 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We will look in detail at:<\/p>\n<div class=\"ai-expertise mt-5\">\n<p style=\"margin-top: 0; font-size: 1.2rem; font-weight: 700; color: #2d3436;\">In this blog, we&#8217;ll look into:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"cover-list\">\n<li>What is Meant By Software Security?<\/li>\n<li>Why Software Security Matters Today<\/li>\n<li>What is Cybersecurity?<\/li>\n<li>Is Software Security the Same as Cybersecurity?<\/li>\n<li>What are the Different Types of Software Security?<\/li>\n<li>What are Software Security Principles?<\/li>\n<li>What are the Main Software Security Threats?<\/li>\n<li>How Is Software Security Implemented Across the SDLC?<\/li>\n<li>Software Security Best Practices and Compliance Alignment<\/li>\n<li>What Are the Biggest Software Security Challenges Today?<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"content-body\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<h2>What is Meant By Software Security?<\/h2>\n<p>Software security is the practice of designing, building, testing and operating software in a way that protects it from vulnerabilities, misuse and malicious attacks.<\/p>\n<p>It concentrates on ensuring that applications are designed, built, tested and maintained in a secure manner so that vulnerabilities, logic flaws and insecure dependencies cannot be exploited by attackers.<\/p>\n<p>Software security focuses on:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Applications<\/strong> \u2013 protecting web, mobile and enterprise applications from common vulnerabilities and business-logic flaws.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Source code<\/strong> \u2013 identifying insecure coding patterns, hard-coded secrets and implementation weaknesses during development.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Libraries and third-party components<\/strong> \u2013 managing open-source and external dependencies to prevent supply-chain vulnerabilities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>APIs and services<\/strong> \u2013 securing exposed endpoints, integrations and data flows between internal and external systems.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application architecture<\/strong> \u2013 designing secure system structures, trust boundaries and access models to reduce attack surfaces.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"ai-innovation\">\n<h4>Looking for a security-focused software development partner you can trust?<\/h4>\n<p>Build your next product with a team that prioritises secure architecture, data protection and compliance from day one.<\/p>\n<p>                    <a href=\"https:\/\/ioss.co\/contact-us\/\" class=\"btn-glow\">Talk with Our Software Experts<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n<h2>Why Software Security Matters Today<\/h2>\n<p>Software security is critical today because it protects organisations from data breaches, financial losses, operational disruption, regulatory penalties and reputational damage in an increasingly digital and connected environment.<\/p>\n<p>In brief, software security matters because it:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"cover-list\">\n<li>Prevents data breaches, ransomware, and financial loss<\/li>\n<li>Protects against increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks<\/li>\n<li>Reduces risks from third-party code and APIs<\/li>\n<li>Supports regulatory and compliance requirements<\/li>\n<li>Preserves customer trust and brand reputation<\/li>\n<li>Helps secure critical systems and services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"consequence-box\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\"><strong>Avoid budget overruns, delays and poor delivery when choosing an outsourcing partner.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 0;\">Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/ioss.co\/blog\/low-code-no-code-platforms-when-to-use-them-and-when-not-to\/\" target=\"_blank\">5 Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Outsourcing Software Development<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>What is Cybersecurity?<\/h2>\n<p>Cybersecurity is a broad discipline that protects an organisation&#8217;s entire digital environment. It focuses on securing all major technology layers and digital assets to prevent unauthorised access, data breaches and operational disruption.<\/p>\n<p>Cybersecurity protects:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Networks<\/strong> \u2013 by preventing intrusions, monitoring traffic and blocking malicious activity across internal and external connections.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Endpoints<\/strong> \u2013 such as laptops, servers and mobile devices, by detecting malware, ransomware and unauthorised system changes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cloud infrastructure<\/strong> \u2013 by securing cloud platforms, workloads and configurations from misconfigurations and abuse.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Users<\/strong> \u2013 by reducing human risk through access controls, authentication policies and security awareness measures.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Identities<\/strong> \u2013 by managing and protecting <a href=\"https:\/\/ioss.co\/blog\/blockchain-the-future-of-digital-identity\/\">digital identities<\/a>, credentials and permissions across systems and applications.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Data<\/strong> \u2013 by applying encryption, access restrictions, monitoring and incident response to prevent data loss or exposure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Is Software Security the Same as Cybersecurity?<\/h2>\n<p>No, software security and cybersecurity are not the same. Software security is a specialised subset of the broader cybersecurity discipline.<\/p>\n<p>Software security focuses specifically on protecting applications, code, and the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Its primary goal is to ensure that software is designed, built, tested, and maintained in a way that prevents vulnerabilities, reduces attack surfaces, and limits the impact of exploitation.<\/p>\n<p>Cybersecurity, on the other hand, is a much broader field that protects an organisation&#8217;s entire digital environment.<\/p>\n<p>In practice:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>cybersecurity protects the environment in which software runs,<\/li>\n<li>software security protects the software itself.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"consequence-box\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\"><strong>Discover India&#8217;s top SaaS leaders and identify the right technology partner for your business.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 0;\">Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/ioss.co\/blog\/top-10-saas-companies-india-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\">Top 10 Leading SaaS Companies in India: 2025 Edition<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>What are the Different Types of Software Security?<\/h2>\n<p>Common types of software security used in modern environments include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application security<\/strong> \u2013 protecting web and desktop applications from vulnerabilities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>API security<\/strong> \u2013 protecting exposed services and integrations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cloud application security<\/strong> \u2013 securing applications deployed in cloud environments.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mobile application security<\/strong> \u2013 protecting mobile apps and backend services.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Software supply-chain security<\/strong> \u2013 protecting open-source and third-party components.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Runtime application protection<\/strong> \u2013 monitoring and defending applications during execution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Together, these areas ensure protection across the entire application ecosystem.<\/p>\n<h2>What are Software Security Principles?<\/h2>\n<p>Software security is built on a set of well-established principles.<\/p>\n<h3>The CIA triad<\/h3>\n<p>The core objectives are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Confidentiality<\/strong> \u2013 only authorised users can access data.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Integrity<\/strong> \u2013 data and functionality cannot be altered without authorisation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Availability<\/strong> \u2013 systems remain accessible and reliable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Additional core principles<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Least privilege:<\/strong> users, applications, and services are granted only the minimum permissions required to perform their tasks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Strong authentication and access control:<\/strong> access to systems and data is protected using identity verification and clearly enforced permission rules.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Defense in depth:<\/strong> multiple, independent security controls are applied across layers to reduce the impact of a single failure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Secure by design:<\/strong> security requirements are built into system architecture and design decisions from the earliest stages.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fail securely:<\/strong> when errors or failures occur, systems default to a safe state and do not expose data, functionality, or internal details.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"consequence-box\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\"><strong>Learn how modern development culture boosts creativity, speed and developer productivity.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 0;\">Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/ioss.co\/blog\/what-is-vibe-coding\/\" target=\"_blank\">Vibe Coding: The New Age of Creative Flow in Software Development<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>What are the Main Software Security Threats?<\/h2>\n<p>The most common threats affecting modern software include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Insecure code and logic flaws:<\/strong> weaknesses in application logic that allow attackers to bypass controls or misuse features.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Improper input validation:<\/strong> unvalidated input that enables injection and data manipulation attacks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vulnerable third-party libraries:<\/strong> outdated or insecure dependencies that introduce known vulnerabilities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Broken authentication and authorisation:<\/strong> weak access controls that allow unauthorised users to gain privileges.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Insecure APIs:<\/strong> exposed endpoints that leak data or functionality.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Misconfigured cloud services:<\/strong> settings that unintentionally expose applications or data.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Attackers also increasingly use:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Phishing:<\/strong> to steal credentials and access applications.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DDoS attacks:<\/strong> to disrupt application availability.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Software supply-chain attacks:<\/strong> to spread malicious code through trusted components.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reverse engineering and unauthorised use:<\/strong> to bypass protections and identify weaknesses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How Is Software Security Implemented Across the SDLC?<\/h2>\n<p>Effective software security must be embedded across the entire Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) rather than added at the end.<\/p>\n<p>Integrating security into every phase helps organisations identify risks early, reduce remediation costs and prevent vulnerabilities from reaching production.<\/p>\n<h3>Secure Software Design<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Identify assets and sensitive data:<\/strong> determine which information, systems, and business functions require the highest level of protection.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Model potential threats:<\/strong> analyse how attackers could exploit workflows, integrations, and system interactions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Define trust boundaries:<\/strong> clearly separate internal components, users, services, and external systems.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Design secure authentication and authorisation flows:<\/strong> ensure correct identity verification and access control from the start.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Secure Coding Practices<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Strong input validation and output encoding:<\/strong> prevent injection and data manipulation attacks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Secure session management:<\/strong> protect user sessions from hijacking and fixation attacks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proper cryptographic usage:<\/strong> secure sensitive data in transit and at rest.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Safe error handling and logging:<\/strong> avoid exposing system or application details.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoid insecure functions and patterns:<\/strong> reduce the risk of known implementation flaws.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Security Testing<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Static Application Security Testing (SAST):<\/strong> identify vulnerabilities in source code.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST):<\/strong> detect security issues in running applications.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Software Composition Analysis (SCA):<\/strong> discover vulnerable third-party and open-source components.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mobile and API security testing:<\/strong> assess exposed interfaces and backend services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Software Security Best Practices and Compliance Alignment<\/h2>\n<p>A strong software security program combines daily engineering practices with recognised compliance frameworks to ensure consistent protection, audit readiness, and operational resilience.<\/p>\n<h3>Core best practices<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Least-privilege access:<\/strong> limit permissions for users, applications, and services.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Encryption at rest and in transit:<\/strong> protect sensitive data from exposure.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Secure configuration baselines:<\/strong> standardise hardened settings across all environments.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Automated vulnerability scanning:<\/strong> continuously identify application and infrastructure risks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Secure CI\/CD pipelines:<\/strong> embed security checks and restrict build and deployment access.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Continuous dependency monitoring:<\/strong> detect vulnerable open-source and third-party components early.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Secure coding standards:<\/strong> ensure consistent and safe implementation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Security training:<\/strong> improve developer and staff awareness and skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Compliance frameworks we align with<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>SOC 2 (Security, Availability, Confidentiality):<\/strong> internal controls, logging and monitoring, access management.<\/li>\n<li><strong>GDPR (Data protection and privacy):<\/strong> data minimisation, consent handling, right-to-erasure workflows, encryption and processing transparency.<\/li>\n<li><strong>ISO 27001 principles:<\/strong> risk management, information security policies, incident response planning.<\/li>\n<li><strong>PCI DSS (payment applications):<\/strong> secure payment handling, tokenisation, cardholder data protection, network segmentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Together, these practices and frameworks support a practical DevSecOps approach, where security is shared across development, operations and security teams.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Choose Endpoint Protection Software for a Company<\/h2>\n<p>When selecting endpoint protection software, organisations should focus on solutions that deliver strong threat detection, visibility, and seamless integration with existing security systems.<\/p>\n<p>Key evaluation criteria include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Malware and ransomware detection accuracy:<\/strong> ensure reliable protection against both known and emerging threats.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Behavioral and AI-based detection capabilities:<\/strong> identify suspicious activity and zero-day attacks in real time.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Integration with identity and access systems:<\/strong> enable unified access control and faster incident response.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Compatibility with operating systems and device types:<\/strong> support desktops, laptops, servers, and mobile devices.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Centralised management and reporting:<\/strong> monitor endpoints and respond to incidents from a single console.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Scalability and licensing flexibility:<\/strong> support organisational growth and changing workforce models.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Compliance and regulatory support:<\/strong> provide logging, auditing, and reporting for regulatory requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Endpoint protection should complement application and software security and must not replace secure software design and development practices.<\/p>\n<div class=\"consequence-box\">\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\"><strong>Build smarter by focusing only on features and tools that truly impact your product success.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"margin-top: 10px; margin-bottom: 0;\">Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/ioss.co\/blog\/developing-software-on-budget-what-to-prioritize-and-what-to-skip\/\" target=\"_blank\">Building Software on a Budget: What to Prioritize and What to Skip?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h2>What Are the Biggest Software Security Challenges Today?<\/h2>\n<p>Modern organisations face persistent and structural challenges when securing software environments.<\/p>\n<p>The most common challenges include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Legacy applications:<\/strong> systems not designed for modern security, making protection and upgrades difficult.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Limited visibility into dependencies:<\/strong> increased exposure to open-source and third-party supply-chain risks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shortage of software security skills:<\/strong> inconsistent secure coding and design practices.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Rapid release cycles and automation:<\/strong> higher risk when security is not embedded into pipelines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Balancing usability with strong controls:<\/strong> especially in customer-facing and integrated applications.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fragmented security tooling:<\/strong> reduced visibility and inefficient incident response.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Addressing these challenges requires organisational alignment, leadership support and close collaboration between development, security, and operations teams.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Software security is no longer optional. As applications continue to sit at the centre of business operations, organisations that integrate security across the entire development lifecycle benefit from lower vulnerability exposure, faster remediation, stronger compliance, and higher customer trust.<\/p>\n<p>By applying secure design principles, adopting secure coding standards, embedding automated security testing into CI\/CD pipelines, and aligning teams through a DevSecOps approach, organisations can build resilient software that withstands modern threats.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"faq-section\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"faq-title text-center pb-3\">\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"faq\" id=\"accordion\">\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"faqHeading-1\">\n<div class=\"mb-0\">\n<h5 class=\"faq-title\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faqCollapse-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faqCollapse-1\">\n                                        <span class=\"badge\">1<\/span>What is software-defined security?<br \/>\n                                    <\/h5>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"faqCollapse-1\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"faqHeading-1\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>Software-defined security refers to security controls that are implemented and managed through software rather than hardware appliances, enabling dynamic, automated and centrally managed protection.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"faqHeading-2\">\n<div class=\"mb-0\">\n<h5 class=\"faq-title\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faqCollapse-2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faqCollapse-2\">\n                                        <span class=\"badge\">2<\/span>What are the 4 types of security?<br \/>\n                                    <\/h5>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"faqCollapse-2\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"faqHeading-2\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>A common high-level classification includes physical security, network security, application (software) security and information security.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"faqHeading-3\">\n<div class=\"mb-0\">\n<h5 class=\"faq-title\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faqCollapse-3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faqCollapse-3\">\n                                    <span class=\"badge\">3<\/span>What are the three types of software security?<br \/>\n                                    <\/h5>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"faqCollapse-3\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"faqHeading-3\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>A practical grouping includes application security, API and service security, and software supply-chain security.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"faqHeading-4\">\n<div class=\"mb-0\">\n<h5 class=\"faq-title\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faqCollapse-4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faqCollapse-4\">\n                                    <span class=\"badge\">4<\/span>What are software security principles?<br \/>\n                                    <\/h5>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"faqCollapse-4\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"faqHeading-4\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>Software security principles define how applications should be designed and built to protect data, prevent misuse and resist attacks, including CIA objectives, least privilege, secure defaults and layered protection.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"faqHeading-5\">\n<div class=\"mb-0\">\n<h5 class=\"faq-title\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faqCollapse-5\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faqCollapse-5\">\n                                    <span class=\"badge\">5<\/span>What is SOC 2 (Security, Availability, Confidentiality)?<br \/>\n                                    <\/h5>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"faqCollapse-5\" class=\"collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"faqHeading-5\" data-parent=\"#accordion\">\n<div class=\"card-body\">\n<p>SOC 2 is a compliance framework developed by American Institute of Certified Public Accountants that focuses on internal controls, logging and monitoring, and access management best practices.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"card\">\n<div class=\"card-header\" id=\"faqHeading-6\">\n<div class=\"mb-0\">\n<h5 class=\"faq-title\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faqCollapse-6\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faqCollapse-6\">\n                                    <span class=\"badge\">6<\/span>What is GDPR (Data Protection &#038; 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