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News alert: Beazley reports on how AI, new tech distract businesses as cyber risk intensifies

The Last Watchdog

Yet, boardroom focus on cyber risk appears to be diminishing. The perceived threat of cyber risk to global business leaders peaked in 2021 (34%) and over the past two years, the risk perception has dropped (27%). But worryingly they appear less concerned by cyber risk than a couple of years ago.

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CISA JCDC Will Focus on Energy Sector

Security Affairs

The JCDC has seen the benefits of collaboration for exigent risks (such as the heightened awareness and protection related to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the Log4Shell vulnerability) but sees a remaining gap when it comes to imminent risk. To address this gap, the JCDC is planning proactive measures for future cyber risks.

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EPA Issues Urgent Alert for Water Utilities to Enhance Cyber Defenses

SecureWorld News

In a new Enforcement Alert , the agency is calling on water utilities to immediately enhance their digital defenses to protect public health and safety. Kip Boyle , vCISO, Cyber Risk Opportunities LLC, said he worries the EPA's actions do not go far enough. What's missing is accountability at each water system.

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NIS2

Centraleyes

To enhance Europe’s resilience against existing and emerging cyber threats, the NIS2 Directive introduces new requirements and obligations for organizations in four key areas: risk management, corporate accountability, reporting obligations, and business continuity.

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NIS2 Framework: Your Key To Achieving Cybersecurity Excellence

Centraleyes

Essential entities ” span sectors such as energy, healthcare, transport, and water. These sectors play a pivotal role in the functioning of society and the economy, making them primary targets for cyber threats. Identify areas with insufficient visibility and potential cyber risks.

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MY TAKE: Iran’s cyber retaliation for Soleimani assassination continues to ramp up

The Last Watchdog

Issued a few days after the killing, the report assesses cyber risks of North American electrical utilities, identifying 11 hacking groups that target energy sector companies. They use a botnet to feed a large number of usernames and passwords into accounts associated with the targeted entity. drone fired on Gen.

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Cybersecurity Risks of 5G – And How to Control Them

eSecurity Planet

Companies everywhere must develop a culture where cyber risk receives treatment as an essential corporate duty – and further, organizations get rewarded for such behavior. How 5G Goes Beyond 4G. Objectives for 5G Implementation.

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