CSO Magazine

MAY 23, 2023

Like most CSOs, Joe Sullivan was drawn to the role to help prevent cybercrimes. His role as CSO of Uber was something of a shift from his previous job prosecuting cybercriminals as an assistant US attorney, but closer to the tip of the cybersecurity spear.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 5, 2023

Joe Sullivan, the former Chief Security Officer (CSO) of Uber, has been sentenced to three years’ imprisonment and 200 hours of community service for covering up a cyber attack on the company’s servers in 2016, which led to a data breach affecting over 50 million riders and drivers.

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CSO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Cybersecurity has steadily crept up the agenda of governments across the globe. This has led to initiatives designed to address cybersecurity issues that threaten individuals and organizations.

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 19, 2021

I am proud to say that the annual Life and Times of Cybersecurity Professionals report from ESG and ISSA is now available for free download. As part of the research for this report, we always ask cybersecurity professionals several questions about the global cybersecurity skills shortage. Sign up for CSO newsletters. ].

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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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CSO Magazine

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Over the past two years, the rise of big-ticket ransomware attacks and revelations of harmful software supply chain infections have elevated cybersecurity to the top of the government's agenda. Get the latest from CSO by signing up for our newsletters. ] Learn the The 5 types of cyberattack you're most likely to face. |

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CSO Magazine

JULY 30, 2021

Both efforts aim to prepare the nation for the next significant cybersecurity incidents, making up for lost time due to the previous administration's relative inattention to the topic. Get the latest from CSO by signing up for our newsletters. ]. Learn what you need to know about defending critical infrastructure. |

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CSO Magazine

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Cybersecurity buzzwords and buzz phrases are a dime a dozen. Learn 8 pitfalls that undermine security program success and 12 tips for effectively presenting cybersecurity to the board. Sign up for CSO newsletters. ]. Here are the 11 cybersecurity buzzwords and phrases that should be laid to rest in 2021.

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CSO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

Learn 12 tips for effectively presenting cybersecurity to the board and 6 steps for building a robust incident response plan. Sign up for CSO newsletters. ]. Marinkovic says CISOs instead need to find metrics that provide actionable information that they and the other enterprise leaders can then use to make decisions.

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 3, 2021

The US General Accountability Office (GAO) issued the 19-page report , “Cybersecurity and Information Technology: Federal Agencies need to Strengthen Efforts to Address High-Risk Areas” on July 29. Learn 12 tips for effectively presenting cybersecurity to the board and 6 steps for building a robust incident response plan.

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 16, 2021

The cybersecurity mantra at Jefferson Health is “if we can’t do it well, we’re not going to do it” says Mark Odom, CISO of the Philadelphia-based healthcare organization. Get the latest from CSO by signing up for our newsletters. ]. Get the latest from CSO by signing up for our newsletters. ].

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CSO Magazine

JULY 28, 2021

Get the latest from CSO by signing up for our newsletters. ] It is a companion project to the company’s ATT&CK framework. While complementary, the two projects are very different. Review the best Mitre D3FEND advice to harden Windows networks. | To read this article in full, please click here

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CSO Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Get the latest from CSO by signing up for our newsletters. ] Piled on top of that is a growing wave of ransomware and software supply chain attacks. . Learn the The 5 types of cyberattack you're most likely to face. | To read this article in full, please click here

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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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Jane Frankland

APRIL 15, 2025

One of my friends, Greg van der Gaast tells this great story that perfectly illustrates one of the biggest challenges we face in cybersecurity today. ” This simple analogy speaks volumes about how cybersecurity operates today. To achieve true resilience in cybersecurity, we need to break out of this tech-first mindset.

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CSO Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Cybersecurity professionals interested in raising their profiles as subject matter experts can count on social media to become more visible. Step 1: Define your cybersecurity area of expertise and what success mean to you. With everyone being online this may not be enough though.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

million people was exposed in a data breach lasts year, prompting AppOmni CSO Cory Michal to say that data collection companies like DISA and National Public Data need more oversight, regulations, and penalties. The post DISA Breach Highlights Need for Stronger Oversight: AppOmni CSO appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 29, 2024

In Q&A format, they share about their professional journeys, unique experiences, and hopes for the future of cybersecurity—along with some personal anecdotes. Get to know Dr. Fred Kwong Q : Why did you decide to pursue cybersecurity as a career path? Q : How would you describe your feelings about cybersecurity in one sentence?

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) called buffer overflow vulnerabilities unforgivable defects that put national and economic security at risk. For more information about the threat from quantum computing: Is Quantum Computing a Cybersecurity Threat?

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Security Through Education

OCTOBER 27, 2021

That is why, for this October’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month , we encourage you to Do Your Part #BeCyberSmart! Cybersecurity First at Work. Owning your role in cybersecurity can seem cumbersome when approached by someone outside the security industry. Cybersecurity First at Home. Don’t make passwords easy to guess.

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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. Some speculate that Bogac may have been frustrated with the company's slow response to the cyberattack and its lack of investment in cybersecurity measures.

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 4, 2021

Though often overlooked in favor of cybersecurity, physical security is equally important. Get the latest from CSO by signing up for our newsletters. ]. And, indeed, it has grown into a $30 billion industry. All the firewalls in the world can’t help you if an attacker removes your storage media from the storage room.

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 10, 2021

Every chief security executive knows that one of the most important—and perhaps challenging—aspects of the job is getting the funding needed to support the cybersecurity program. Sign up for CSO newsletters. ]. Learn the 5 key qualities of successful CISOs, and how to develop them and 7 security incidents that cost CISOs their jobs.

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CSO Magazine

AUGUST 30, 2021

Learn 12 tips for effectively presenting cybersecurity to the board and 6 steps for building a robust incident response plan. Sign up for CSO newsletters. ]. As with any business software decision, the password manager discussion starts with requirements, specifically regarding features.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Understanding why this is happening and exploring what lies ahead is essential for organizations aiming to sustain effective cybersecurity leadership. The growing complexity of regulatory requirements, such as the SEC's new cybersecurity reporting rules , adds another layer of strain.

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CSO Magazine

MAY 3, 2022

Effective partnerships between CISOs and their cybersecurity vendors are integral to security success. A well-oiled relationship built on trust, communication and mutual understanding can reap significant benefits for a business’s cybersecurity posture.

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CSO Magazine

JULY 5, 2021

Neurodiversity within cybersecurity is progressively becoming a topic of regular, meaningful discussion across the sector. To read this article in full, please click here (Insider Story)

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CSO Magazine

JULY 27, 2021

Learn 12 tips for effectively presenting cybersecurity to the board and 6 steps for building a robust incident response plan. Sign up for CSO newsletters. ].

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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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CSO Magazine

MAY 2, 2022

Cybersecurity pros interested in metrics and measures frequently ponder and pontificate on what measures would be best to show the board of directors. Coming up with cybersecurity metrics from a business perspective can be a challenge. That can be a tricky proposition because “we have to speak like the business” is also a mantra.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 21, 2024

In Q&A format, they share about their professional journeys, unique experiences, and hopes for the future of cybersecurity—along with some personal anecdotes. Get to know Ryan Mostiller Q : Why or how did you decide to pursue cybersecurity as a career path? Q : What are the biggest challenges facing the cybersecurity profession?

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CSO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Cybersecurity continues to be high on the agenda of governments across the globe, with both national and local levels increasingly working to counter cybersecurity threats. Here are 22 notable cybersecurity initiatives introduced around the world in 2022.

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CSO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Anyone who ever attended an RSA conference understands that cybersecurity vendors introduce hundreds of amazing, innovative products every year. That means enterprises need to deploy SD-WAN, secure access service edge (SASE) and zero trust network access (ZTNA). But C-level execs aren’t looking for the flashiest new point products.

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2022

” Also read: Cybersecurity Employment in 2022: Solving the Skills Gap. 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 Also read: How to Get Started in a Cybersecurity Career.

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 5, 2022

I don’t know how many times I’ve heard cybersecurity professionals say something like, “Not having multi-factor authentication is a huge risk for our organization.” The cybersecurity piece of this typically focuses on incidents where these outcomes were caused by an intelligent adversary.)

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CSO Magazine

MAY 5, 2023

Google has announced a new entry-level cybersecurity certificate to teach learners how to identify common risks, threats, and vulnerabilities, as well as the techniques to mitigate them.

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CSO Magazine

MARCH 24, 2023

"Basically, every organization that uses this tool is at risk of losing their AI models, having an internal server compromised, and having their AWS account compromised," Dan McInerney, a senior security engineer with cybersecurity startup Protect AI, told CSO. It's pretty brutal." To read this article in full, please click here

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