Krebs on Security

JULY 21, 2023

A review of the executives pages published by the 2022 list of Fortune 100 companies found only four — BestBuy , Cigna , Coca-Cola , and Walmart — that listed a Chief Security Officer (CSO) or Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in their highest corporate ranks. Nor is the average pay hugely different among all these roles.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 11, 2023

As the world continues to face unprecedented cyber threats, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are facing a growing number of challenges in their roles. In 2023, these challenges are likely to increase, and CISOs will have to be well-equipped to overcome them.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 10, 2024

Dell, one of the world's largest technology companies, has just disclosed a major data breach that may have compromised the personal information of tens of millions of current and former customers. The breach went undetected for several months before finally being discovered in early 2023.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 10, 2025

Operational readiness: Reducing the workforce means fewer hands on deck to monitor, detect, and respond to cyber threats in real-time. Resource allocation: With less staffing, CISA may struggle to keep up with the increasingly complex cyber threats and vulnerabilities that target critical sectors.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The Krispy Kreme incident also underscores the high costs of cybersecurity breaches, including operational downtime, financial losses, and reputational damage. The Krispy Kreme hack is a sobering reminder that no industry is immune to cyber threats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 15, 2023

Everybody within an organization should work to establish and maintain good cybersecurity habits and measures, but much of the security burden falls on the chief information security officer (CISO). Below are some key insights for any CISO to take into consideration.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 10, 2022

Working with personal data in today’s cyber threat landscape is inherently risky. It’s possible to de-risk work scenarios involving personal data by carrying out a classic risk assessment of an organization’s internal and external infrastructure. Randomizing data. This can include: Security contours.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Now, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced a new Civil Cyber-Fraud Initiative , which will "combine the department’s expertise in civil fraud enforcement, government procurement and cybersecurity to combat new and emerging cyber threats to the security of sensitive information and critical systems.".

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

“It likewise empowers CISOs and security leaders when communicating risk with boardroom members who may not be well-versed in traditional cybersecurity terminology, enabling them to grasp overall business ramifications more tangibly.”

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Jane Frankland

OCTOBER 31, 2023

C-suites across all industries, from traditional finance to the latest “unicorns” emerging in the fintech industry, are facing a formidable challenge: how to protect their business and customer data against growing cyber threats. As a CISO or ITDM, the cyber defence challenges you face in your business couldn’t be tougher.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 3, 2024

While Ticketmaster and Live Nation have yet to specify exactly how many customers were affected, the potential data exposure could be widespread given their status as two of the world's largest live entertainment ticketing and event companies. MFA by default may not work for everyone.

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Cisco Security

JULY 12, 2021

Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) across the Global 2000 and Fortune 1000 are obsessed with protecting the workforce endpoints as critical vulnerabilities in the cybersecurity and risk management posture of their enterprises. These actions and their potential for disaster cause CISOs to greet every day with an anticipatory grimace.

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Veracode Security

OCTOBER 18, 2023

As a CISO, securing web applications and ensuring their resilience against evolving cyber threats is a non-negotiable priority. Verizon’s Data Breach Investigations Report 2023 cites web applications as the top attack vector by a long shot (in both breaches and incidents).

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 8, 2023

Zero trust emphasizes the importance of micro-segmentation, multi-factor authentication, encryption, and monitoring of user behavior to prevent lateral movement within the network and detect and respond to potential threats in real time. Importance for CISOs and CIOs Zero trust is no longer just a buzzword for CISOs and CIOs.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 20, 2024

With cyber threats growing in sophistication and frequency, the financial implications of neglecting cybersecurity training are severe and multifaceted. Impact of cyber attacks The financial toll of cyber incidents can be staggering. The average cost of a data breach ballooned to $4.88 Cary, NC, Aug.

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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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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 19, 2022

The answer became clear fairly quickly: data breaches. We immediately knew that if we could create a solution that would disrupt data breach culture it would make a major impact on CISOs and data protection teams – and ultimately companies’ success overall. Diving into Data Breach Culture.

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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. Others suggest that she may have simply felt overwhelmed by the challenges of leading the company's cybersecurity efforts in the aftermath of such a significant breach.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 14, 2022

It highlights the importance of cybersecurity at a time when cyber threats have become one of the top concerns for all types of organizations, both in the private and public sectors, and regardless of size. The spectrum of cybersecurity roles is extensive, as noted in this (ISC)² training guide.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 11, 2024

Cybersecurity threats are a growing menace, wreaking havoc on businesses and individuals alike. In this digital battlefield, cyber insurance has emerged as a crucial shield, offering financial protection against data breaches, ransomware attacks, and other cyber incidents.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 4, 2024

The CISO: Guardian of Data while Navigating Risk Strategic Insights for the Boardroom and Shaping Future Business madhav Thu, 12/05/2024 - 06:03 CISOs have one of the most vital roles in organizations today. That’s because, regardless of industry or location, organizational data has become a precious asset.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 14, 2022

A data breach leading to IP theft is not just a revenue problem for an organization, it's a theft of the intellectual capital that is a national asset, and the lost revenue is a component of the GDP that is lost. Register here to watch the session on-demand.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 31, 2023

INC RANSOM ransomware gang claims to have breached Xerox Corp Spotify music converter TuneFab puts users at risk Cyber attacks hit the Assembly of the Republic of Albania and telecom company One Albania Russia-linked APT28 used new malware in a recent phishing campaign Clash of Clans gamers at risk while using third-party app New Version of Meduza (..)

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Security Boulevard

MAY 4, 2021

Business Size Doesn’t Matter Whether a business is a start-up or a larger corporate organisation, all companies are at risk of a cyber-attack. We often see million-pound enterprises on the news when they suffer from a data breach, such as Estée Lauder, Microsoft and Broadvoice.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 23, 2024

"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. As cyberattacks and data breaches continue plaguing businesses, the SEC has made cybersecurity disclosure an area of increased focus.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 27, 2024

Herzog “The merging of cybersecurity and data infrastructure has been compelling CIOs, CISOs and IT team leaders to rethink how to secure enterprise storage across hybrid multi-cloud deployments in light of increasing cyberattacks. The enhanced version will be available in 2H 2024.

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Jane Frankland

APRIL 28, 2022

Nowadays, organisations need digital leaders such as CIOs, CISOs, and CTOs who are strategists, visionaries, and know how to manage, effectively. Additionally, that data stored in the cloud – which includes public clouds, government-owned clouds, private clouds, and cloud storage providers – is expected to climb to 100 zettabytes by 2025.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 21, 2022

At the same time – in fact, as a direct result of data’s central importance – more adversaries are working harder and finding more nefarious ways to steal or otherwise compromise your data. As just one measure, the number of data breaches in the first nine months of 2021 exceeded all those in 2020, a new record.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 3, 2022

According to Group-IB, the likelihood of the database systems being used in cybercrime and security breaches is high. A data breach, a follow-up strike on clients whose data was exposed, and other risks may result from an exposed database. Hackers could use the same methods as Group-IB to exploit the databases.

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Centraleyes

DECEMBER 11, 2024

The IATA Cyber Security Regulations, often referred to as the “IATA Cyber Security Framework” (ICSF), focus on protecting the aviation ecosystem against cyber threats. Incident Response Plan: Developing a robust incident response plan is mandatory to manage and recover from potential cyber incidents.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

Nation-State attack dominance now underpins the capabilities, growth, and impacts of the cybersecurity industry Nation-state investment, innovation, and willingness to conduct complex attacks are the catalyst that underpins the advancement of malicious capabilities and empowers all levels of activity across the spectrum of cyber threat archetypes.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 6, 2023

This initiative, backed by a substantial $500 million investment, sets forth a series of nation-leading proposed regulations for hospitals, bolstering their defenses against ever-evolving cyber threats. The act mandates risk assessments, incident reporting, and data breach notification procedures.

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Hacker's King

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

In today's digital age, the demand for cybersecurity professionals is soaring due to increasing cyber threats and data breaches. Other roles, such as Security Architects, focus on designing secure systems, while Incident Response Managers handle breaches and mitigate threats.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 24, 2024

Regulations galore Against this backdrop, there are myriad global data protection regulations. The EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is widely considered the de facto gold standard. The potential loss of reputation from a privacy breach is a clarion call for business executives and CISOs.

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Jane Frankland

MARCH 30, 2023

Given the ever-evolving threat landscape and the increasing complexity of data breaches, hacks, and compliance failures, it’s important to consider the biological advantages that females possess in highly stressful situations and how they could be an invaluable asset when facing complex cyber threats.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 23, 2023

Results of the study, conducted in partnership with research consultancy Censuswide, reveal that businesses are struggling to understand their cyber risks, with 66% of respondents indicating they have limited visibility and insight into their cyber risk profiles, hindering their ability to prioritize investments and allocate resources effectively.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

The breach is the second major cybersecurity incident to hit MGM Resorts in recent years. In 2019, the company was the victim of a data breach that exposed the personal information of about 142 million guests. The FBI is investigating the breach. Here are some comments from cybersecurity vendor experts about the incident.

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