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Annual Reports: How They Warn of Cyber Risk

SecureWorld News

On page 34 of the report, Accenture dives into the risk that cyber poses to the business. The section on cyber risk is in bold: "We face legal, reputational and financial risks from any failure to protect client and/ or Accenture data from security incidents or cyberattacks.".

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LW ROUNDTABLE: Cybersecurity takeaways of 2023 — and what’s ahead in 2024 ( part 3)

The Last Watchdog

Last Watchdog posed two questions: •What should be my biggest takeaway from 2023, with respect to mitigating cyber risks at my organization? Rebecca Krauthamer , Co-founder and CPO, QuSecure Krauthamer As new standards for quantum-resilient cryptography come into effect, many government agencies will move toward quantum-readiness.

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SEC to Put More Onus on Corporate Boards for Cybersecurity

SecureWorld News

Adding to the growing importance of the CISO role, required disclosures will also include how often and by which processes board members are informed of and discuss cyber risk. The new rules indeed show the increasing importance of the CISO's role, particularly as it pertains to communication with the board.

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New York Financial Services Firms to Face More Cybersecurity Oversight

SecureWorld News

Designate a qualified individual (CISO or equivalent) responsible or overseeing and implementing a cybersecurity program and enforcing its cybersecurity policy. Require the CISO to provide a written report at least annually to the board or equivalent governing body. It's a core responsibility of the board and management team.".

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New SEC Rules Require Breach Disclosure within Four Days

eSecurity Planet

Securities and Exchange Commission this week announced new rules mandating the disclosure of cybersecurity incidents as well as ongoing risk management, strategy, and governance. “They lack the systems to quantify risk at broad and granular levels.” “But breach notices are not security – and never will be.”

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Key Cybersecurity Trends for 2024: My Predictions

Jane Frankland

The proliferation of IoT devices and sensors will accelerate, allowing organisations to collect and leverage data for improved operational efficiency and real-time monitoring. Critical infrastructure, such as energy grids and transportation systems, will be targeted, posing risks to national security and economic stability.

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Security Outlook 2023: Cyber Warfare Expands Threats

eSecurity Planet

After a year that saw massive ransomware attacks and open cyber warfare, the biggest question in cybersecurity for 2023 will likely be how much of those attack techniques get commoditized and weaponized. 2023, he predicted, “will not be any easier when it comes to keeping users’ data safe and private.”