SecureWorld News

MAY 2, 2024

By spearheading cybersecurity programs, CISOs empower organizations to fend off cyber threats from criminal enterprises, insider risks, hackers, and other malicious entities that pose significant risks to operations, critical infrastructure, and even national security. RELATED: Uber CSO Found Guilty: The Sky Is Not Falling.

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The Security Ledger

MAY 13, 2023

In this episode of the podcast, I speak with Window Snyder, the founder and CEO of Thistle Technologies about the (many) security challenges facing Internet of Things (IoT) devices and her idea for making things better: Thistle’s platform for secure development and deployment of IoT devices. The post Episode 250: Window Snyder of Thistle on.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The Relevance of Privacy-Preserving Techniques and Generative AI to DORA Legislation madhav Tue, 10/29/2024 - 04:55 The increasing reliance on digital technologies has created a complex landscape of risks, especially in critical sectors like finance. Underpin technologies with a unified centralized key management regime where appropriate.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 13, 2023

Our lives, personal and professional, are intertwined with technology in a way that renders us vulnerable to cyber threats. The consequences of these threats are not limited to our personal realm. In the digital age, we all live in glass houses.

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CSO Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2022

We’re directly addressing the communications and cybersecurity challenges exposed by the convergence of IT and OT networks alongside the ever-increasing drumbeat of cyber threats from sophisticated, state-sponsored malicious actors.

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 6, 2022

This may not be a time to roll out new technologies or major changes to your network, as this will introduce other types of risk. If you are like me, you follow world events and news such as Okta being breached by a group of teenagers to see if you need to change your defenses. Block traffic selectively.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Glenn Kapetansky, CSO and Technology Lead at Trexin, had this to say about Bogac, whom he knows well: "I know Amy Bogac both professionally and personally, and she is well regarded in both circles. They also need to be able to build and manage a team of skilled cybersecurity professionals, despite very challenging workforce dynamics.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 28, 2022

According to CSO, 2021 shaped up to be an active year for mergers and acquisitions in the cybersecurity industry. Top cybersecurity M&A deals for 2021 | CSO Online. Technology disruption Technology disruption assists companies to evolve into new business models and upgrade their traditional modes of operating business.

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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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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Watch the on-demand webinar , in which Phillip Hayes, Tenables Director of Information Security, and Michael Garman, Tenables Senior Manager of Technology Engineering, discuss a variety of cloud security best practices. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.)

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The predictions are a part of the company’s Cyber Threat Index , which was compiled using data gathered by the company’s active risk management and reduction technology, combining data from underwriting and claims, internet scans, its global network of honeypot sensors, and scanning over 5.2 billion IP addresses.

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 6, 2021

These days, information technology (IT) and information security professionals know this all too well, especially when it comes to configuration assessments. Cyber threats demand identification and remediation. There's an old adage in business: If you're not measuring, you're not managing.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Review and Update Disclosure Policies: Ensure your disclosure policies are aligned with the new SEC requirements, and train your communication teams on how to effectively communicate cyber incidents to investors and the public. I would think that boards would want to have that experience, even though it is somewhat difficult to come by.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 20, 2022

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). Our number one priority is maintaining the trust, security and privacy of our customers, their patrons and data.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Sonatype has discovered more malware in the npm registry which, following our analysis and multiple cyber threat intelligence reports, has led to the discovery of a novel and large scale malware campaign leveraging the open-source ecosystem.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

In 2022, we will see 5G go from new technology to a business enabler bringing previously unimaginable use cases because of its high bandwidth and lower latency. Data from the current AT&T Cybersecurity Insights Report shows that 5G technology is being driven by the line of business and has been siloed between IT and OT organizations.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 30, 2023

Utilize real-world examples, case studies, and industry benchmarks to drive home the importance of investing in cybersecurity defense and creating a culture where everyone plays a role in protecting the organization from cyber threats.

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CSO Magazine

MARCH 3, 2022

Surprisingly, today’s retirement homes, assisted living centers, and senior healthcare settings are often hubs of technology. Unfortunately, this growth of digital endpoints is matched by an increase in cyber threats, with 43% of healthcare organizations having experienced a ransomware attack in recent years.

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CSO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

According to Malwarebytes , rootkits are tools through which cyber threat actors (CTAs) can achieve root (i.e. Bootkits are similar to rootkits, noted Positive Technologies , the major difference being that bootkits activate before an operating system (OS) and, by extension, its various security mechanisms finish booting up.

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The Security Ledger

AUGUST 28, 2020

Also joining us: Sam Curry, the CSO of Cybereason. Securing an election that takes place over weeks or even months across tens of thousands cities and towns – each using a different mix of technology and process – may be an impossible task. A Risk Eye on the Election Guy. But that’s not necessarily what’s called for either.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 20, 2024

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

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 5, 2023

A recent blog by Frank Domizio titled " The CISO Role: Beyond Technology " explores exactly what I am talking about. A CISO who is able to lead and motivate a team of security professionals can create a high-performing team that is able to effectively protect the organization from cyber threats.

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Entitled “Network Security Without Borders: A Common Technology Stack for Network Security and Operations,” the study cites several factors that contribute to the growing challenge of network security: Increasingly sophisticated cyberthreat tools. Increasingly complex network security technology.

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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. Tracking COVID-19 Cyber Threats. Featured interview: Myla Pilao of the Trend Micro Threat Research Team, which tracks more than 5 billion threats daily.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 16, 2021

“One group of funders, in particular, could be playing a vital role fostering a field of disinterested cyber policy expertise: the entrepreneurs who made vast fortunes creating the very technologies that give rise to these threats,” the letter states.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 20, 2023

Digital technology has brought about unprecedented conveniences and efficiencies, transforming how we work and live. However, this revolution has also introduced a new vulnerability – cyber threats. This threat has not spared any layer of society or any tier of professional hierarchies, including C-Suite executives.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Related: Technology and justice systems The U.S. Avaya Holdings , Check Point Software Technologies , and Mimecast Limited each minimized or obscured the extent of security breaches linked to the SolarWinds Orion hack, impacting investor trust and highlighting the critical importance of clear, truthful communication.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2022

My advice for anybody that asks me which certifications they should get is this: find a certification in a subject that you wish to learn about,” Palo Alto Networks CSO Rick Howard said. “If If you are going to study the subject anyway, you might as well get a certification out of it.”. Also read: How to Get Started in a Cybersecurity Career.

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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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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Mapping business goals to the cyber threats putting those goals at risk will help formulate the Zero Trust strategy to mitigate that risk. A company that has effectively implemented DLP technology across the enterprise, for example, has already determined their sensitive data and understands its location.

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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

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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Security Boulevard

MARCH 7, 2025

(Source: ISACAs Tech Workplace and Culture 2025 report, March 2025) For more information about recruiting and retaining cybersecurity professionals: 10 Ways to Boost Cybersecurity Talent Retention (InformationWeek) 60% of cybersecurity pros looking to change employers (CSO) The cybersecurity industry has an urgent talent shortage.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Or Shoshani , CEO and founder, Stream Security Shoshani As 2023 ends, we’re already seeing businesses adopting technology to diagnose and detect threats to their cloud infrastructure before they occur. Michiel Prins , Co-Founder, HackerOne Prins Ethical hackers are consistently first to pressure-test emerging technology.

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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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Jane Frankland

JANUARY 12, 2025

Cybersecurity is on the brink of significant transformation as we approach 2025, grappling with escalating complexities driven by advancements in technology, increasing geopolitical tensions, and the rapid adoption of AI and IoT. Ethics The ethical challenges posed by advancing AI technologies will demand urgent attention in 2025.

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