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Multi-Factor Authentication: A Key to Cyber Risk Insurance Coverage

Security Boulevard

However, cybersecurity is not bullet-proof. Buying a cyber risk insurance program can help outsource residual risk, and deploying multi-factor authentication is […]… Read More. The post Multi-Factor Authentication: A Key to Cyber Risk Insurance Coverage appeared first on The State of Security.

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Most commonly used PINs putting smart phones to cyber risks

CyberSecurity Insiders

Researchers at ESET recommend mobile phone users to use an alpha-numeric passcode if possible and even set up biometric authentication to access their phone data. The post Most commonly used PINs putting smart phones to cyber risks appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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Understanding Cyber Risk and the C-Suite

CyberSecurity Insiders

As a result, cybersecurity has become a top priority for organisations of all sizes, and the C-suite, including CEOs, CFOs, CIOs, and CISOs, plays a critical role in managing and mitigating cyber risk.

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Cyber Professional Barbie: The Importance of Embracing Diversity in Cybersecurity

Jane Frankland

I’ll also be examining the latest Barbie movie’s contribution to the cybersecurity conversation, with a specific focus on the importance of equity, inclusion, and diversity in cybersecurity. Yet, the representation of women and underrepresented groups in cybersecurity remains low.

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How Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives Can Reduce Cyber Risk

Centraleyes

In the aftermath of the national reckoning on racial justice ignited by the tragic events involving George Floyd, it became evident that despite good intentions, the cybersecurity sector had not tackled the field’s predominantly white and male composition. What is DEI? DEI stands for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

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News alert: AppDirect poll reveals company leaders losing sleep over cyber risks, compliance

The Last Watchdog

Their top areas of concern include cybersecurity risk (58%), information security risk (53%) and compliance risk (39%). This demonstrates a lack of rigorous employee education and training on cybersecurity measures, making employees part of the problem rather than part of the solution. “IT

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GUEST ESSAY: Making the case for leveraging automation to eradicate cybersecurity burnout

The Last Watchdog

The rising complexity and prevalence of cybersecurity threats are making experts anxious. Automation could alleviate the burden on IT teams and cybersecurity professionals by shouldering some monotonous, time-consuming tasks. These feelings are a side effect of cybersecurity burnout. Classify threat data.