The Last Watchdog

JUNE 20, 2024

CISOs have been on something of a wild roller coaster ride the past few years. Given carte blanche, many CISOs purchased a hodge podge of unproven point solutions, adding to complexity. Today, with purse strings tightened – and cyber risks and compliance pressures mounting — CISOs must recalibrate.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Businesses must adopt tools and automation capable of invoking immediate action, even at the risk of false positives. Raising security baselines across industries is essential, with risk mitigationnot acceptancebecoming the standard. Security teams will need to address the unique risks posed using LLMs in mission critical environments.

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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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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Even among top tech firms, less than half list a chief technology officer (CTO). KrebsOnSecurity reviewed the Web sites for the global top 100 companies by market value, and found just five percent of top 100 firms listed a chief information security officer (CISO) or chief security officer (CSO). ” EXHIBIT A: EQUIFAX.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 3, 2023

As you may have noticed, daily headlines around quantum computing and its impact on technologies are becoming commonplace. This is why CISOs everywhere should be concerned. CISOs should begin to familiarize themselves with these and evaluate their potential suitability for adoption.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 8, 2023

Smarter security to me broadly refers to relentlessly focusing on fundamentals while maturing the program, making sure your risk posture aligns with your business strategy. Business initiatives demand faster, more efficient outcomes and technology responds. Complexity challenge. Managed solutions can help.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 30, 2022

Rafal Los, host of the popular Down the Security Rabbithole Podcast, joins us to discuss CISO liability risk and the ongoing discussion in the cybersecurity community about CISOs going to jail.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 16, 2021

After all, a malicious actor only needs a few minutes of time with a privileged account to take over the entire directory, and there are volumes of exploitable identity risks at every organization. The ascendency of CISOs. In 2022 we expect to see organizations increasingly moving identity management systems into the CISO organization.

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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. Failure to do so can result in hefty fines and penalties.

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Anton on Security

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

The OOT (Organization, Operations, Technology) Approach: The guide advocates for prioritizing organizational and operational changes before finalizing technology decisions. This may challenge the conventional approach in traditional organizations where technology choices often precede organizational adaptation.

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Joseph Steinberg

JUNE 10, 2022

Many of Gillis’s comments echoed those that I have heard in recent months from CISOs and others within the cybersecurity industry who witness developments from various vantage points quite different from those of a vendor of cybersecurity technologies. Sampling No Longer Works.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

Cybersecurity risks increase every year and bludgeon victims who fail to prepare properly. For those interested in a better understanding of the oncoming risks, this is the information you are looking for. It can feel like crossing a major highway while blindfolded. Many never see the catastrophe about to happen, until it occurs.

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 13, 2021

With enterprise adoption of managed security services gradually maturing, the rewards and risks of using these services have become a lot clearer for current and potential customers. Keep up with 8 hot cyber security trends (and 4 going cold). Sign up for CSO newsletters. ].

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 3, 2025

And now, you finally got that call, to be a CISO at an organization. Can you balance the needs of the business, versus the risks they face? Before diving into security strategies, CISOs need to invest time in understanding the organization's culture, strategic roadmaps, operational dynamics, industry, and so forth.

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Cisco Security

AUGUST 3, 2021

I’m delighted to announce the latest member of our growing CISO Advisor team, Pam Lindemeon. At Anthem Pam was considered a bold and strategic thinker who envisioned and delivered a world class Enterprise Information Security strategy, including leading the Steering Committee with cross functional business and technology membership.

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 21, 2023

In fact, these changes have led to a CTI subcategory focused on digital risk protection. DRP is broadly defined as, “telemetry, analysis, processes, and technologies used to identify and mitigate risks associated with digital assets.” CISOs are investing here but challenges remain. I’ve also dug into the CTI lifecycle.

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Joseph Steinberg

DECEMBER 11, 2023

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 17, 2022

Minimum adherence to security requirements policy, based on an application’s inherent risk profile, can lead to reduction in risk vulnerabilities. Accountability for software security often falls under the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). Like other major changes, it’s important to set realistic expectations.

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

CISOs have never had an easy time — they’ve certainly faced inordinate challenges in recent years working to secure an ever-expanding and more distributed technology and data landscape. Even if one doesn’t hit anytime soon, economic volatility, more cautious corporate spending plans, and employee layoffs are already in play.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 22, 2023

This extensive list of virtual CISO (vCISO) providers, collated by Cynomi , means that small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) can easily tap the expertise of qualified cybersecurity professionals to protect their digital assets and ensure compliance. In this climate, strong cybersecurity measures are crucial.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 25, 2024

With this in mind, Last Watchdog sought commentary from technology thought leaders about what the CrowdStrike outage says about the state of digital resiliency. Implementing zero trust across the entirety of the technology stack would go a long way toward increasing resilience against events like this.

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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. It also cites the emergence of recent technologies, and the proliferation of criminal groups, as issues increasing pressure on staff.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

To wrap up our 2024 year-end roundtable, we turn our attention to new technologies and trends that are emerging to help bridge the gaps. FIPS-203 enables legal PQC deployment, prompting CISOs to overhaul encryption strategies. Organizations face rising risks of AI-driven social engineering and personal device breaches.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 3, 2023

Related: Taking a risk-assessment approach to VM Unlike a typical cyber attack that exploits a software vulnerability, recent cyber attacks exploit other security risks, such as misconfigurations, security deviations, and posture anomalies. But VM vendors tend to focus more on software vulnerabilities and leave out everything else.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 14, 2019

So they began inundating their third-party suppliers with “bespoke assessments” – customized cyber risk audits that were time consuming and redundant. Kneip also painted the wider context about why effective third-party cyber risk management is an essential ingredient to baking-in security at a foundational level.

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 20, 2023

Cyber insurance provider At-Bay has announced the launch of a new InsurSec solution to help small-to-mid sized businesses (SMBs) improve their security and risk management postures through their insurance policy. The emergence of InsurSec technology reflects a cyber insurance landscape that has seen significant change recently.

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Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

LinkedIn also said it is adding a warning to some LinkedIn messages that include high-risk content, or that try to entice the user into taking the conversation to another platform (like WeChat). “These warnings will also give you the choice to report the content without letting the sender know.” A follow-up story on Oct.

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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. Many security fundamentals are classics for a reason.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 24, 2021

Ideally, “organizations had crisis management programs activated a year ago,” said Andrew Turner, senior vice president in Booz Allen’s cybersecurity services, bringing together human resources, security teams, technology, and executive management. A second, more nuanced problem relates to technology.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 2, 2024

The role of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is undeniably complex, yet incredibly rewarding. However, the challenges faced by CISOs are mounting, exacerbated by the evolving threat landscape and regulatory environment. The recent release of NIST's Cybersecurity Framework version 2.0

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

By Dannie Combs , Senior Vice President and CISO, Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN) As security threats to data continue to ebb and flow (mostly flow!), Here are three risk mitigation imperatives that can help organizations get a better handle on these latest risks and threats.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 2, 2022

Third-Party Risk Management ( TPRM ) has been around since the mid-1990s – and has become something of an auditing nightmare. Related: A call to share risk assessments. This is because third-party risk has become a huge problem for enterprises in the digital age. Cyber risks profiling. based CyberGRX.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

This shift is expected to place significant pressure on organizations that haven’t yet developed trusted data to manage risk effectively. To mitigate risks, businesses will invest in modern, privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs), such as trusted execution environments (TEEs) and fully homomorphic encryption (FHE).

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Businesses that had never even considered letting their teams work from home were suddenly thrust into a sink or swim environment where they simply had to make it work or risk stalling their operations. The post How to manage the security risk of remote working appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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Veracode Security

JUNE 26, 2024

As Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs), it's crucial to manage risks in a holistic and consolidated manner as the landscape of threats, particularly those targeting applications, continues to evolve and expand. Here’s what you need to know about a holistic and consolidated approach to risk management for 2024 and beyond.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 22, 2023

This extensive list of virtual CISO (vCISO) providers, collated by Cynomi , means that small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) can easily tap the expertise of qualified cybersecurity professionals to protect their digital assets and ensure compliance. In this climate, strong cybersecurity measures are crucial.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 31, 2023

Sam Masiello , CISO, The Anschutz Corporation: "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. Many CISOs are already burnt out, and there is shortage of qualified CISOs globally. CISOs are expected to be a unicorn already.

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