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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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 24, 2024

In a time when cyber threats are growing more sophisticated and pervasive, a new report by SecurityScorecard and KPMG LLP sheds light on critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities facing the U.S. Titled " A Quantitative Analysis of Cyber Risks in the U.S. energy sector.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 7, 2023

This means that hackers can use software to easily guess the passcode and enter the device to steal information. The post Most commonly used PINs putting smart phones to cyber risks appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 5, 2024

Today, Critical Start released its second annual Cyber Risk Landscape Peer Report, which explores concerns and challenges around cyber risk mitigation for enterprises. Most notably, the report uncovered that 86% of cybersecurity professionals' top concern is unknown cyber risks versus known threats.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 31, 2021

Two mega-breaches caused by third parties have occurred over the last month, adding to the recent Solarwinds epic supply chain hack, to create a growing tsunami of third party risk for enterprises and government organizations. The post Accellion data breach highlights third party cyber risk appeared first on SecureLink.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Part three of a four-part series In 2024, global pressure on companies to implement advanced data protection measures intensified, with new standards in encryption and software transparency raising the bar. Similarly, software bills of materials (SBOMs) underscore the need for better accountability in third-party software.

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Schneier on Security

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Those turning to cyber insurance to manage their exposure presently face significant uncertainties about its promise. Yet no cyber insurance policies cover this entire spectrum. it does not explicitly pertain to all manifestations of cyber perils, or it explicitly excludes some). Mondelez is suing.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 31, 2019

Physical security is the protection of personnel and IT infrastructure (such as hardware, software, and data) from physical actions and events that could cause severe damage to an organization. Related: The case for quantifying cyber risks The most important factor that should be taken into account is a security risk assessment.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 24, 2021

What is the difference between a day at the beach and managing a cyber risk assessment plan? SecureWorld recently presented the webinar Cyber Risk: Stay Ahead of Evolving Threats With Proactive Collaboration with speakers representing Reciprocity, a leader in Governance, Risk, and Compliance Software (GRC).

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 20, 2025

Third-party cybersecurity incidents are on the rise, but organizations face challenges in mitigating risks arising for the software supply chain, a survey of 200 chief information security officers (CISOs) has found. The post CISO survey: 6lessons to boost third-party cyber-risk management appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

Ambitious information security experts serve as a critical part of cyber risk management. The corporation is responsible for structuring IT and information security activities to protect its data resources, such as hardware, software, and procedures. This can be achieved through the use of cyber risk management approaches.

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The Security Ledger

MAY 4, 2021

In this episode of the podcast (#213): Molly Jahn of DARPA and University of Wisconsin joins us to talk about the growing cyber risk to the Food and Agriculture sector, as industry consolidation and precision agriculture combine to increase the chances of cyber disruption of food production. Read the whole entry. »

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

However, we were most interested in seeing how Accenture articulated a particular business risk: the risk from a cyberattack. On page 34 of the report, Accenture dives into the risk that cyber poses to the business. L egal, reputational and financial risks? That's where the fine print comes in.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 23, 2022

The post RSA Spotlights Supply Chain, Critical Infrastructure Cyber Risk appeared first on Security Boulevard. We’re highlighting those conversations in three new episodes of our ConversingLabs podcast series that we’re releasing now (thereby allowing you to “binge” Netflix-style on ConversingLabs.).

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CSO Magazine

MAY 25, 2021

A lack of cohesion between software development teams and cybersecurity functions compounds the software supply chain risks faced by organizations, making it all the more urgent for cybersecurity leaders and their teams to better engage with and educate developers.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 6, 2023

So it's fitting that a recent SecureWorld webcast, sponsored by Spirion, tackles the topic of "Does ChatGPT Belong on Your Cyber Risk Register? CEO of Global Cyber Risk LLC, offers this advice: "You need to have a process for evaluating the risks associated with that technology, in this case Chat GPT. Westby, Esq.,

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 11, 2023

Although such automated tools help to cut down cyber risks, they also create complex visibility hiccups because of a shortage for the trained workforce. Latest attack on Classification Society DNV software stands as a best example.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Is it fair to judge an organization’s information security posture simply by looking at its Internet-facing assets for weaknesses commonly sought after and exploited by attackers, such as outdated software or accidentally exposed data and devices? Data accidentally released by FICO about the Cyber Risk Score for ExxonMobil.

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CSO Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2021

Through the network effect, these connections have enabled a handful of hardware, software, and protocol systems to become almost ubiquitous. Such connections have allowed individuals, organizations, and governments to conduct business, manage activities, and deliver services at an unprecedented speed, scope, and scale.

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Jane Frankland

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

When data breaches escalate, cyber-attacks grow more sophisticated, nation states ramp up their digital warfare, and regulations tighten the noose, staying ahead isnt just an optionits your only line of defence. Amid a backdrop of increasingly sophisticated and frequent cyberattacks, APTs are a growing concern for CISOs and cyber risk owners.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 4, 2024

C ybersecurity is no longer just about firewalls and antivirus software. In today's data-driven world, effectively managing cybersecurity risk requires quantification: turning abstract threats into concrete numbers. This blog is your compass to navigate the landscape of cyber risk quantification methods.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

This advisory highlights specific vulnerabilities and offers guidance to mitigate risks for software developers and end-user organizations. The aim is to help organizations secure systems and strengthen defenses against today's persistent and complex cyber threats.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 5, 2021

Publicly traded companies must start disclosing more “actionable” information to shareholders and regulators around their cyber risks and vulnerabilities. The post Public companies may not grasp responsibility to investors in sharing info on cyber risk appeared first on SC Media.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Ransomware targeting critical services highlights the need for secure software lifecycles and vendor verification. While cloud offers flexibility, it introduces new cyber risks. Rising IoT use demands standards to prevent device weaponization, while AI-enabled phishing challenges defenses.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 18, 2024

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has released a comprehensive guide on Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) designed to help organizations understand, create, and utilize SBOMs to enhance their cybersecurity posture. As a CISO since 2003, I can't stress enough how crucial SBOMs are in today's cyber landscape.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 16, 2025

Strategies for protecting oil and gas infrastructure Regular updates and patching: Outdated software and hardware are the most common entry points for cyberattacks. Strategies for protecting oil and gas infrastructure Regular updates and patching: Outdated software and hardware are the most common entry points for cyberattacks.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 30, 2024

But theyre just one example of the additional attention governments around the world are giving to cyber risk. The SECs rule will force what companies should have been implementing all along; informed cyber risk management practices, he said. Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. View cyber risk as business risk.

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

According to the Gartner Digital Markets 2023 Global Software Buying Trends report, “42% of buyers say security is the most important factor when planning investment in new software.” likely to purchase cybersecurity software solutions in the next 12 months.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 11, 2023

Oz Alashe MBE, CEO of CybSafe, said: “At CybSafe, we are on a mission to provide organizations with the knowledge, skills and data to make informed decisions about their human cyber risk. We are developing intelligent software to help them.”

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The Last Watchdog

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

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. SEC investigators gathered evidence that Unisys Corp.,

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Security Boulevard

MAY 10, 2024

In the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity, managing risk is no longer about simply setting up firewalls and antivirus software. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, organizations require a robust and comprehensive framework to understand and quantify risk in monetary terms.

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We Live Security

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

As adversaries increasingly set their sights on vulnerable enterprise VPN software to infiltrate corporate networks, concerns mount about VPNs themselves being a source of cyber risk

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Adam Levin

MARCH 17, 2022

Educating employees and colleagues about the risks of phishing emails, cloned websites, and other common vectors for cyberattacks, especially during annual events like March Madness or the Superbowl can help prevent a data incident. Use online or cloud-based office software for non-sensitive documents.

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SecureList

DECEMBER 9, 2024

A software update in April caused problems in a number of distributions, such as Red Hat, Debian and Rocky. A previous faulty update had already suggested broader problems with CrowdStrike’s security software at the time, though the problem didn’t receive that much publicity. Why does it matter?

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Centraleyes

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Cyber risk mitigation is an ongoing process that aims to reduce the impact of cyber threats on your organization. A well-crafted cyber risk mitigation plan includes: Risk Identification: Discovering vulnerabilities and potential threats to your systems.

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Centraleyes

AUGUST 8, 2024

In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is a central pillar of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). But why is this so crucial, and why is there a burgeoning market for specialized cyber risk management tools and platforms? In this article, we’ll explore some of the best cyber risk management tools on the market.

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Centraleyes

JUNE 6, 2024

Quantifying risk helps manage risk by breaking it down and expressing it mathematically. What is Cyber Risk Quantification? Cyber risk quantification determines an organization’s risk exposure and prospective financial impact in a language everyone understands -money.

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