Threatpost

JULY 16, 2021

Curtis Simpson, CISO at Armis, discusses the top qualities that all CISOs need to possess to excel.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 14, 2022

The White House says “Energy Star” security labels for Internet of Things (IoT) devices are coming! The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 10/14 appeared first on Security Boulevard. Insight #1. ". This is so exciting, but they need to be required and not opt-in. Insight #2. ". Insight #3. ".

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Persistent exploitation of legacy systems One of the most alarming aspects of Ghost ransomware is its focus on legacy IoT and OT environments. This highlights the importance of least-privilege access models and Just-in-Time (JIT) access controls to limit attack surfaces.

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Cisco Security

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

This affected all levels of the cybersecurity landscape, and it has had a particularly broad impact for those in the C-Suite, specifically, the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). So, what is an already over-stressed CISO to do? For example, the Internet of Things (IoT) will grow to include the entire agricultural industry.

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Tech Republic Security

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

CISOs need to be more vigilant about building cybersecurity into projects from the beginning, one CISO says.

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SC Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2021

Exposed enterprise IoT devices can be an indicator of security issues to come, with firms sporting exposed devices having a 62% higher density of other security problems, new research shows. Is it surprising that there’s a correlation between something like IoT exposure and other security issues? Well, a lot of things went wrong.

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The Security Ledger

OCTOBER 28, 2021

IoT and OT (operation technology) deployments are growing and pose challenges to organizations that are still. Related Stories Spotlight: Automation Beckons as DevOps, IoT Drive PKI Explosion Spotlight: Operationalizing MDR with Pondurance CISO Dustin Hutchison Spotlight: Operationalizing MDR with Pondurance CISO Dustin Hutchinson.

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IT Security Guru

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

As CISOs embark on their transformational journeys, identifying these areas of weakness should be the top priority. This has led to CISOs shifting how they approach protecting the corporate perimeter with additional controls and monitoring tools being used to scan any access to the network. Cloud dominance .

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Joseph Steinberg

APRIL 7, 2021

For years, in articles, lectures, and books I have discussed how the spread of IoT and AI technologies – both individually and together – are dramatically increasing the danger to human life posed by cyberattacks on healthcare facilities. Argus Cyber Security .

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The rise in personal liability for CISOs and executives (as seen in cases like the SolarWinds lawsuit) has increased focus on governance structures that provide clear oversight, accountability, and protection for decision-makers. IoT security gaps: Millions of connected devices often lack standardized security policies.

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Cisco Security

JANUARY 6, 2022

IDC recently had the opportunity to talk to CISOs regarding the integration of Cisco Secure Workload and Secure Firewall. Rather, digital transformation can force us to wrap devices or application like workloads and IoT devices in zero-trust policies elegantly or inelegantly; digital transformation does not care.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Insight #1 From toasters to toothbrushes , the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to wreak havoc on the internet. IoT manufacturers need to do better. The post Cybersecurity Insights with Contrast CISO David Lindner | 2/9/24 appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 3, 2021

The exponential growth of IoT devices in the energy and utilities industry has greatly increased focus on cybersecurity. Along with the recognition that businesses really need to lead with a security-first mindset to be resilient, the CISO was elevated to a seat at the proverbial table as a true C-suite leader and trusted board advisor.

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Dark Reading

SEPTEMBER 12, 2018

IoT attacks, budget shortfalls, and the skills gap are among the problems keeping security pros up at night.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 26, 2021

Kristin Sanders, CISO for the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority, revealed how New Mexico’s largest water and wastewater utility has been addressing the security challenge. The post Water utility CISO offers tips to stay secure as IT and OT converge appeared first on SC Media. Asaavedra32, CC BY-SA 3.0

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The Security Ledger

DECEMBER 12, 2022

In this Expert Insight, Jeffrey Wheatman, the Cyber Risk Evangelist at Black Kite, says that CISOs need to shift their approach: becoming more proactive in working to preventing ransomware attacks. And he provides some steps CISOs can take to ensure their companies stay safe. Read the whole entry. »

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Related: Why IoT standards matter Digital Trust refers to the level of confidence both businesses and consumers hold in digital products and services – not just that they are suitably reliable, but also that they are as private and secure as they need to be. Notable progress was made in 2023 in the quest to elevate Digital Trust.

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Malwarebytes

MAY 3, 2021

Last week on Malwarebytes Labs, we looked at which age range is most likely to be targeted by online predators , talked to Malwarebytes CISO John Donovan on our Lock and Code podcast , and explored the latest deepfake happenings. There were also fines for cities , and a 101 guide to Smishing. Other cybersecurity news.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 18, 2021

The disclosure highlights a lurking issue illustrating the much larger challenge we face when it comes to securing internet-of-things (IoT) and embedded systems like QNX. The post BlackBerry QNX Vulnerability Highlights Lurking Issues with IOT Security appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Threatpost

MAY 17, 2021

Pandemic and evolving IT demands are having a major, negative impact on CISOs' mental health, a survey found.

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Dark Reading

MARCH 11, 2020

Prepare for the future by adopting a risk-based approach. Following these five steps can help.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 11, 2024

You Can’t Manage What You Can’t See Why Speed is Important to Asset Discovery In Summary Get a Demo Asset Discovery: A Must Have for Understanding Your Complete Attack Surface Justin Stouder, FireMon’s Asset Manager GM, met with a large financial services company a few years back, talking with the company’s CISO about their asset inventory.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 6, 2020

We find many CISOs spend their time explaining what threats matter and why, as opposed to why cybersecurity matters in the first place,” he says. Japan and California have commenced imposing security benchmarks for Internet of Things devices and systems, a sure sign of more IoT safety standards to come. I’ll keep watch.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Positioning Canada as a global cybersecurity leader To drive innovation and workforce development, the NCSS introduces initiatives to: Support secure-by-design technologies and IoT security labeling. Expand cybersecurity talent pipelines through apprenticeship programs and upskilling initiatives.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 18, 2022

A foundational approach to cybersecurity empowers CISOs to see abnormalities and block threats before they do damage. But what are your options for proactive protection when the notion of a walled-in network has been shattered by the proliferation of new IoT devices, growth of cloud services, and new hybrid work from home models?

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 9, 2025

Richard Staynings , Chief Security Strategist for IoT security company Cylera and teaching professor for cybersecurity at the University of Denver, provides comments throughout. Here's a summary of the key provisions, initiatives, and notable omissions from the sweeping legislation included in the 100-page bill's budget.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 24, 2024

The potential loss of reputation from a privacy breach is a clarion call for business executives and CISOs. Stay abreast of: Current trends such as Zero Trust, Cloud Security, IoT Security, Ransomware, Supply Chain Security, BYOD / Mobile Security, etc. RELATED: Cybersecurity Labeling of IoT Devices: Will It Happen in 2023? ]

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 10, 2022

How CISOs Should Respond. The threat of DDoS attacks continues to evolve as a threat that can have grave impacts to business operations as companies migrate more resources to the cloud, migrate workforces to remote and/or hybrid environments, and lean on IoT connectivity to conduct operations,” Bayers said.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Exposing the Internet of Things (IoT) Universe. Consumer electronics, business, network appliances, and industrial IoT (IIoT) devices are all driving the exponential growth of IoT systems. Consumer electronics, business, network appliances, and industrial IoT (IIoT) devices are all driving the exponential growth of IoT systems.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 4, 2021

The exponential growth of IoT devices in the energy and utilities industry has greatly increased focus on cybersecurity. Along with the recognition that businesses really need to lead with a security-first mindset to be resilient, the CISO was elevated to a seat at the proverbial table as a true C-suite leader and trusted board advisor.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 21, 2018

With the digital transformation really just beginning, in cloud computing and IoT, it makes sense to bring security into the DevOps conversation. Organizations are driving innovation with custom applications and systems, with mobile apps and IoT and cloud computing – all of the things that make up digital transformation, or DX.

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SC Magazine

MAY 19, 2021

With its tailored controls, micro-perimeters and trust-nothing approach to access, Zero Trust gives CISOs confidence that their security program can secure their remote workforce and meet regulatory compliance requirements. Thanks to a rapid shift to remote work, Zero Trust is finally garnering the attention it deserves.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Zero Trust and SDP complement Identity to secure the extended enterprise ecosystem given the rash of supply chain attacks and exponential growth of IoT devices, many of which lack adequate security. In this case, CISOs must manage the risks due to the technology debt. Establish an IoT identity lifecycle.

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Cisco Security

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

The report shared survey findings and expert advice from conversations with your CISO peers and security practitioners to explore trends alongside tactical suggestions for how you can improve security hygiene and posture management to reduce complexity. You’re empowered to stop threats before problems occur!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

There are risks associated with a remote workforce and the at-home use of business devices and IoT devices, but the right tools are available now to continuously manage these risks. It can very technical, but organizations need to address this issue because a lot of IOT devices are very, very insecure by default. Key takeaways.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Many security professionals have emphasized the importance of asset management for IoT and other internet-connected devices. It is critical for CISOs and security teams to track and maintain an up-to-date inventory of all internet-facing assets and take steps to minimize and manage their organization’s attack surface.

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Dark Reading

MARCH 28, 2018

In anticipation of an IoT-centric future, CISOs must be rigorous in shoring up defenses that provide real-time insights across all network access points.

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