SecureWorld News

JUNE 20, 2024

As defenders of digital assets, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and cybersecurity professionals face immense pressure, often leading to burnout. The report claims that a 600% rise in cyber threats since the COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased stress levels for those working in the cybersecurity sector.

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CSO Magazine

MARCH 6, 2023

On February 10, the City of Oakland, California, announced it had been hit by a ransomware attack that knocked many of its systems offline.

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CSO Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2021

As we enter quarter four of 2021, the idea of disinformation as a cyber threat probably hasn’t percolated to the forefront of concerns of many CISOs. Indeed, a Venn diagram would show no overlap of “disinformation” with the words “CISO” or “cyber threat,” especially in the United States.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 9, 2023

Proofpoint today released its annual report titled, "2023 Voice of the CISO: Global insights into CISO challenges, expectations and priorities," in which it surveyed 1,600 CISOs sharing their experiences over the past year and their outlook for what is to come for the cybersecurity industry.

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CSO Magazine

OCTOBER 12, 2022

A new report published by Booz Allen Hamilton provides detailed insight into global cyber threats posed by the People’s Republic of China (PRC).

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The Security Ledger

MAY 16, 2024

In this Spotlight Podcast, host Paul Roberts talks with Chris Walcutt, the CSO of DirectDefense about the rising cyber threats facing operational technology (OT) and how organizations that manage OT - including critical infrastructure owners can best manage increased cyber risks to OT environments. For Hacking.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

In a move that has raised concerns about the company's cybersecurity posture, Amy Bogac, Clorox's CISO, has stepped down from her position. For CISOs, the 'C' in the title designates a considerable degree of responsibility for material business value.

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CSO Magazine

OCTOBER 4, 2021

And according to Fortinet’s State of Ransomware survey , 96% of organizations indicate that they are concerned about the threat of a ransomware attack, with 85% reporting that they are more worried about a ransomware attack than any other cyber threat. To read this article in full, please click here

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CSO Magazine

JULY 14, 2022

As CISOs look to prepare their 2023 security budgets, some might be asking themselves, “where do I begin?” There are such varied and rapidly changing facets of defending organizations against cyber threats that the task of sorting out which risks need the most attention can seem overwhelming.

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 3, 2023

CISA Director Jen Easterly and Executive Assistant Director for Cybersecurity Eric Goldstein wrote, “A cyber threat to one organization is a threat to all organizations,” in an essay for Foreign Affairs.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Michael Gregg, the CISO for the State of North Dakota, speaks across the country, including keynoting at SecureWorld Detroit on Sep. A recent blog by Frank Domizio titled " The CISO Role: Beyond Technology " explores exactly what I am talking about. That's a soft skill that even the most adept CISOs are still trying to master.

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 4, 2021

The traditional centralized approach via MPLS and VPNs is becoming not only expensive, but also challenging to secure against ever-evolving cyber threats. Clear benefits are recognized by 98% of organizations, according to the 2021 CISO Survival Guide from Cisco Investments.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

As the physical threat of war continues to rise, so do the cyber threats for any country that may stand against Russia. Such an alert backs the office of the CISO when presenting security priorities to the board and other senior executives.". Identifying the signal in the noise is a skill developed through experience.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Sam Masiello , CISO at The Anschutz Corporation, had this to say back in July: "I would expect that many CISOs today are feeling as if their job just got harder and now has a brighter spotlight shining specifically on them. I would think that boards would want to have that experience, even though it is somewhat difficult to come by.

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

While acknowledging there are “not currently any specific credible threats to the U.S.,” Neuberger was briefing the global media when she made this observation on February 2 as she spoke to the continued presence of Russian cyber threats to Ukraine and beyond.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 30, 2023

Seasoned CISOs/CSOs understand the importance of effectively communicating cyber risk and the need for investment in cybersecurity defense to the board of directors. To ensure cybersecurity becomes a strategic part of the corporate culture, it is crucial for CISOs to present the topic in a clear, concise, and compelling manner.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 23, 2024

And the recent clarifications—focusing on material cybersecurity incidents—is a step in the right direction," said Glenn Kapetansky , CSO, Trexin Group. "In In the short term, however, the definition of 'material'—which depends on sector and even timing—is murky enough that CISOs are still uncertain what is material and what is not.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Shannon Lawson, CISO for the City of Phoenix, and Geoffrey Coulehan, Head of Sales for MixMode recently joined forces for a fireside chat at the Evanta CISO Summit in Phoenix, AZ. The post Video: Modernizing Phoenix’s Cybersecurity to Combat Nation-State Attacks appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 12, 2022

Is it the Chief Information Officer (CISO) or the Chief Security Officer (CSO)? You might think that the CISO, who is responsible for all things digital protection, is the natural fit for the role. We’ve previously written about who owns digital executive protection for the long haul?

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 20, 2022

By Konrad Fellmann, CISO and VP of IT infrastructure, Cubic Corporation. Plus, a recent report by the Mineta Transportation Institute doubled down on the need for C-level security and technical expertise—for instance, hiring a chief security officer (CSO) or chief information security officer (CISO).

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

While in past years, InfoSec was previously the focus and CISOs were the norm – we’re moving to a new cybersecurity world order that expands the role of the CISO to a CSO (Chief Security Officer). 5G began its disruptive charge in 2021, and this will continue to accelerate in 2022.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Plus, a PwC study says increased collaboration between CISOs and fellow CxOs boosts cyber resilience. Meanwhile, a report finds the top cyber skills gaps are in cloud security and AI. And get the latest on SBOMs; CIS Benchmarks; and cyber pros’ stress triggers.

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The Security Ledger

AUGUST 28, 2020

» Related Stories Spotlight Podcast: QOMPLX CISO Andy Jaquith on COVID, Ransomware and Resilience Spotlight Podcast: RSA President Rohit Ghai warns Digital Transformation is magnifying Enterprise Risk Ahead of Black Hat: Fear and Pessimism in Las Vegas. Also joining us: Sam Curry, the CSO of Cybereason. Read the whole entry. »

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The Security Ledger

JUNE 5, 2024

Chris Walcutt, the CSO at DirectDefense talks about the rapidly changing threat landscape that critical infrastructure owners and operators inhabit, and how savvy firms are managing OT cyber risks. The post Spotlight Podcast: OT Is Under Attack. appeared first on The Security Ledger with Paul F. Click the icon below to listen.

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2022

Security leaders face the dual challenge of needing to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving business landscape while also defending against increasingly serious cyber threats, reducing complexity, and facilitating their organization’s digital transformation.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

As organizations continue facing escalating cyber threats, how they communicate multiplying and rapidly morphing cyber exposures – in essence how much they choose to abide by industry standards and embrace ethical practices — remains under intense scrutiny. There is only one path forward: transparency.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Nation-State Cyber Threats. Details: We discuss the "Big Four" nation-state bad actors and the cyber attacks they are capable of. Details: We discuss the "Big Four" nation-state bad actors and the cyber attacks they are capable of. Also, we cover the top 10 cyber attack methods used by Iran and its hacking groups.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 16, 2021

Three additional individuals also signed, but their current affiliated organizations were not specifically referenced in the letter: Michael Daniel, president and CEO of the Cyber Threat Alliance and former Special Assistant to President Obama and Cybersecurity Coordinator on the National Security Council Staff; Elayne Starkey, former Delaware CSO/CISO; (..)

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

VoIP phishing and impersonation also victimized millions of corporate employees across the world , contributing to an even greater cyber threat. Cloud security success and choosing the right investments is all about having a clear understanding of threat types and their resulting damages.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

To get more details, check out the CISA alert “ Foreign Threat Actor Conducting Large-Scale Spear-Phishing Campaign with RDP Attachments. ” That’s the main takeaway from the Center for Internet Security’s list of the 10 most prevalent malware used during the third quarter.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 25, 2024

Dimitri Chichlo , CSO, BforeAI Chichlo Our networks remain fragile because of interdependence and the assumption that technology always works. Dylan Owen , CISO, Nightwing Owen Now is a good time to review incident response plans and identify any weak spots, like missing backups.

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 21, 2022

In a move demonstrative of international cooperation and partnership, the Five Eyes (United States, Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and United Kingdom) issued an alert giving a “comprehensive overview of Russian state-sponsored and cybercriminal threats to critical infrastructure.”

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Tyler Farrar , CISO, Exabeam Farrar Traditional SIEM solutions face numerous challenges with limited ability to adapt to new threats and attack vectors — and complex deployment and maintenance processes. Not surprisingly, threat actors increasingly use AI to launch attacks more efficiently and stealthily.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Cyber attacks nowadays do not often come from ingenious ‘hackers’ in dark rooms, they’re often the result of an employee reusing the same password, or businesses not implementing basic practices such as multi-factor authentication. By acting smart now, we can eliminate some of the greatest cyber threats facing our businesses today.”

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 27, 2023

Separately, the new Regulation S-K Item 106 requires public companies to detail their processes for identifying and managing risks from cyber threats, the role of management and the board of directors in managing such risks, and the potential impact from cyber threats and from any previous cybersecurity incidents.

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Jane Frankland

JANUARY 12, 2025

Research by e2e-assure reveals a significant gap between perception and reality; while 85% of cyber risk owners express confidence in their AI policies, only 34% of employees are even aware such guidance exists. Cyber threats often exploit human errors, whether through phishing attacks, weak passwords, or lapses in protocol.

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