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9 notable government cybersecurity initiatives of 2021

CSO Magazine

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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Why you need a SaaS governance plan, and what should be in it

CSO Magazine

They must also consider a SaaS governance plan that implements security measures to reduce risk associated with their SaaS usage. Get the latest from CSO by signing up for our newsletters. ] Follow these 5 tips for better cloud security. | To read this article in full, please click here

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Apple plan to scan users’ iCloud photos raises new fears of government-mandated data access

CSO Magazine

Learn what's next for encryption if the RSA algorithm is broken | Get the latest from CSO by signing up for our newsletters. ] The new protections address three areas, including communications tools for parents and updates to Siri and search to help children and parents deal with unsafe situations.

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GAO calls out US government agencies: Get your supply chain security act together

CSO Magazine

In December 2020, the US Government Accounting Office (GAO) made 145 recommendations to 23 federal agencies relating to supply chain risks. Get the latest from CSO by signing up for our newsletters. ]. Get the latest from CSO by signing up for our newsletters. ]. D’Souza, testified before Congress on supply chain risks.

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BEST PRACTICES: Why pursuing sound ‘data governance’ can be a cybersecurity multiplier

The Last Watchdog

Related: What we’ve learned from the massive breach of Capitol At RSA 2020 , I learned about how one of the routine daily chores all large organizations perform — data governance — has started to emerge as something of a cybersecurity multiplier. A robust data archiving strategy puts data into tiers, Lahiri says.

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Proposed bill would create a new federal agency to protect consumer data

CSO Magazine

In mid-June, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) reintroduced a new version of her bill , the Data Protection Act of 2021 , that would create a new independent, executive-level government agency, the Data Protection Agency (DPA). Check out CSO's ultimate guide to security and privacy laws, regulations, and compliance. |

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From Compliance to Resilience: Cyber Governance as the Cornerstone of CISO Strategy

SecureWorld News

These incidents underscore the critical importance of effective governance in cybersecurity programs. RELATED: Uber CSO Found Guilty: The Sky Is Not Falling. In this expansive landscape, governance emerges as a vital tool for CISOs to safeguard their organizations and mitigate legal risks.

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