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Today’s CISO Insights – How to Tackle the Quantum Threat

CyberSecurity Insiders

As you may have noticed, daily headlines around quantum computing and its impact on technologies are becoming commonplace. Due to this specific way of processing, quantum computers can also break many of the current encryption algorithms used to protect data. This is why CISOs everywhere should be concerned.

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7 Things Every CISO Needs to Know About PKI

Security Boulevard

7 Things Every CISO Needs to Know About PKI. A public key infrastructure (PKI) is responsible for supporting public encryption keys while also enabling users and computers to safely exchange data over networks and verify the identity of other parties. As a CISO, you probably know the stress audits can put on you and your team.

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GUEST ESSAY: In pursuit of smarter cybersecurity — to overcome complex risks and grow revenue

The Last Watchdog

And when malware, ransomware, or other cyber threats get in the way, the focus shifts from forward progress to focused co-operation. Business initiatives demand faster, more efficient outcomes and technology responds. When it comes down to it, C-level goals and CISO initiatives are not all that misaligned.

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BlackCat Eats into Its Nine Lives, Threatens More Attacks on Hospitals

SecureWorld News

In a LinkedIn comment regarding a blog post about BlackCat's retaliatory move on HealthcareInfoSecurity , Krista Arndt , CISO at United Musculoskeletal Partners, said: " Retaliation is so much fun. These organizations, previously held hostage by the insidious ransomware, were suddenly liberated from the clutches of the cyber threat.

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New York Takes Bold Stance Against Hospital Cyber Attacks

SecureWorld News

This initiative, backed by a substantial $500 million investment, sets forth a series of nation-leading proposed regulations for hospitals, bolstering their defenses against ever-evolving cyber threats. I view it as a welcomed step in helping security teams secure the funding and support they need to keep our heads above water.

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Quantum Computing: A Looming Threat to Organizations and Nation States

SecureWorld News

Quantum computing poses a potential threat to current cybersecurity practices, which are based on encryption algorithms that can be broken by quantum computers. As for the panel presentation at SecureWorld Denver , it features Edgar Acosta, Experienced Cybersecurity Professional (former CISO at DCP Midstream ); Craig Hurter, Sr.

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Jason Witty: ‘We have to adapt to new ways of thinking’

SC Magazine

A conversation with Jason Witty, head of cybersecurity and technology controls, and global chief information security officer for JPMorgan Chase. Jason Witty (right) is head of cybersecurity and technology controls, and global chief information security officer for JPMorgan Chase.

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