Schneier on Security

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

In April, Cybersecurity Ventures reported on extreme cybersecurity job shortage: Global cybersecurity job vacancies grew by 350 percent, from one million openings in 2013 to 3.5 million in 2021, according to Cybersecurity Ventures. The number of unfilled jobs leveled off in 2022, and remains at 3.5

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 11, 2024

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) said today it is investigating a breach at business intelligence company Sisense , whose products are designed to allow companies to view the status of multiple third-party online services in a single dashboard.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 8, 2024

CISOs can sometimes be their own worst enemy, especially when it comes to communicating with the board of directors. She noted that most board members are non-technical, especially when it comes to the intricate nuances of cybersecurity, and that their decision-making is primarily driven by concerns about revenue and costs.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 6, 2023

Related: A call to regulate facial recognition That said, a few dozen CISOs attending Black Hat USA 2023 will get to experience, hands-on, what it must have been like to be in the crucible of milestone hacks like Capital One, SolarWinds and Colonial Pipeline. The Data Heist’s opening night, if you will, was in Boston a couple of weeks ago.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 10, 2022

As the digital landscape has grown, the organizational need for cybersecurity and data protection has risen. A new study takes a look at where CISOs stand in businesses.

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The Hacker News

APRIL 5, 2024

Compliance requirements are meant to increase cybersecurity transparency and accountability. For CISOs and their teams, that means compliance is a time-consuming, high-stakes process that demands strong organizational and

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Tech Republic Security

MARCH 24, 2023

Cisco’s just-released 2023 Cybersecurity Index shows companies will invest more in security, but the solution may be a larger tent, not more umbrellas. The post Even after armed with defense tools, CISOs say successful cyberattacks are ‘inevitable’: New study appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Tech Republic Security

MAY 15, 2023

A new report from Proofpoint provides global insight into CISOs' challenges, expectations and priorities for 2023. The post Survey: Most CISOs feel their business is at risk for cyberattack appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Tech Republic Security

DECEMBER 10, 2024

TechRepublic looks back at the biggest cybersecurity stories of 2024, from record data breaches to rising ransomware threats and CISO burnout.

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Tech Republic Security

MAY 30, 2024

This new report also indicates an increasing attack surface as putting pressure on CISOs. One positive note is CISOs' improving relationships with board members.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 13, 2023

So how will this affect chief information security officers (CISOs) and security programs? Given the perennial skills and staffing shortage in security, it’s unlikely that CISOs will be asked to make deep budget or staffing cuts, yet they may not come out of this period unscathed. Related: Attack surface management takes center stage.

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Tech Republic Security

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Google Cloud’s Director of Office of the CISO Nick Godfrey reminds business leaders to integrate security into conversations around financial and business targets.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 18, 2024

There are growing concerns among chief information security officers (CISOs) about the evolving demands of their role, with 84% advocating for a split into separate technical and business-focused positions. The post CISOs Concerned Over Growing Demands of Role appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Javvad Malik

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

I’m not a CISO, I never have been and hope I never will be. It seems like a lot of hard work and stress, and if you’re the CISO at a company when you suffer a breach it’s difficult to blame the intern without a mob of security professionals criticising you. But not if you’re a CISO. Now, before you object, hear me out.

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The Hacker News

JULY 8, 2024

Every CISO knows that cybersecurity is an increasingly hot topic for executives and board members alike. And when the inevitable CISO/Board briefing rolls Events like the recent massive CDK ransomware attack – which shuttered car dealerships across the U.S. in late June 2024 – barely raise public eyebrows anymore.

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Tech Republic Security

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

The post Report finds women are declining CISO/CSO roles appeared first on TechRepublic. Professional risk factors into career decisions, and successful women need to encourage other women to accept the risks, says Accenture.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 1, 2024

The technology and best practices for treating cybersecurity as a business enabler, instead of an onerous cost-center, have long been readily available. Now comes a Forrester Research report that vividly highlights why attaining and sustaining a robust cybersecurity posture translates into a competitive edge.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 31, 2024

UnitedHealth Group, which is still picking up the pieces after a massive ransomware attack that affected more than 100 million people, hired a new and experienced CISO to replace the previous executive who became a target of lawmakers for having no cybersecurity background.

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Joseph Steinberg

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Veteran cybersecurity expert witness executive will help strengthen law enforcement capabilities to prevent, investigate, and prosecute information-age crimes. Analysts have calculated that he is among the top three cybersecurity influencers worldwide. patent filings.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 5, 2024

The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 1/5/24 appeared first on Security Boulevard. Insight #1 In light of 23andMe blaming victims for their data getting breached, I have two things to ask: Users, please stop reusing passwords. Providers, please start requiring multifactor authentication (MFA).

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 4, 2024

Only half of cybersecurity leaders feel their C-suite understands cybersecurity risks, a Trend Micro survey found. The post CISOs and Senior Leadership at Odds Over Security appeared first on Security Boulevard. Four in five have been told to downplay a potential risk’s severity.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 19, 2024

If you’re not using basic measures like password managers, two-factor authentication (2FA) and cybersecurity training, you’re risking more than you might realize. The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 4/19/24 appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Tech Republic Security

AUGUST 16, 2022

A new report from Heidrick & Struggles also finds that many feel secure in their jobs despite breaches, and only 14% of all CISOs sit on a corporate board. The post CISOs are taking on more responsibilities—and burning out appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 12, 2024

Chief information security officers (CISOs) are struggling to manage cybersecurity effectively due to a lack of strategic support from other C-suite executives, according to a LevelBlue survey of 1,050 C-suite and senior executives. The post AI Integration, Budget Pressures Challenge CISOs appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 28, 2024

Cary, NC, May 28, 2024, CyberNewsWire — If there is a single theme circulating among Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) right now, it is the question of how to get stakeholders on board with more robust cybersecurity training protocols. The human factor Cybersecurity is not just about technology; it’s about people.

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Lohrman on Security

MAY 21, 2023

What is happening regarding cybersecurity operations, new developments and the future vision in the state of North Dakota? State CISO Michael Gregg shares his perspectives.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 9, 2024

Stagnating security budgets and mounting job pressures are weighing on CISOs, a quarter of whom expressed discontent with their salary and overall compensation. Show me the money: The average total compensation for tech CISOs stands at $710,000.

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Tech Republic Security

JANUARY 11, 2022

As malicious bot activity increases and attacks surge against APIs, MFA will become more of a mandate and the CISO will take on a greater role, predicts Ping Identity CEO and founder Andre Durand.

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Jane Frankland

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Recently, a friend posted a wonderful piece attributed to their hero, the CISO. In business today, the role of a CISO is crucial. With the consistency and severity of cyber attacks and data breaches worsening, compliance becoming a minefield, organisations are turning to (and paying) CISOs for protection and guidance.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 26, 2024

The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 1/26/24 appeared first on Security Boulevard. Lesson learned: Just because it’s not a production system doesn't mean it can't be used as an avenue to get into your production systems. Threat models? It all matters.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 30, 2024

Misaligned expectations, poor communication and even attempts to bury vulnerabilities create a frustrating and potentially dangerous situation for CISOs. The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 8/30/24 appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

According to an IANS survey of more than 800 CISOs, roles such as business information security officers (BISOs), chiefs of staff and heads for privacy, program management and data protection are among the top positions being considered to support cybersecurity efforts.

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Joseph Steinberg

APRIL 7, 2021

Today, however, after, having had literally hundreds of conversations with, and about, Israeli cybersecurity companies, I thought that I would mention to my readers a few of the firms that I find interesting. The firm has also expanded into cybersecurity systems for aircraft. Axis Security.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 11/24 appeared first on Security Boulevard. Insight #1 It's the holiday season, and malicious actors are primed to take advantage of all the amazing deals you may be trying to purchase over the next few weeks.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 20, 2024

CISOs have been on something of a wild roller coaster ride the past few years. Related: Why breaches persist When Covid 19 hit in early 2020, the need to secure company networks in a new way led to panic spending on cybersecurity tools. WestCap’s cybersecurity partnerships includes HUMAN Security, Bishop Fox and Dragos.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 25, 2024

By placing IAM strategy and enforcement under the CISO’s purview, enterprises can ensure that it is treated as a critical component of the overall security strategy. The post CISOs Should Be Directing IAM Strategy — Here’s Why appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 9, 2024

The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 8/9/24 appeared first on Security Boulevard. Despite this, we've lacked visibility into the inner workings of applications beyond passive log analysis. Application Detection and Response is the solution we've been missing!

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