CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Nearly half of CISOs will change jobs by 2025 due to stress caused by the risk of being breached while trying to retain staff, according to the Gartner report, Predicts 2023: Cybersecurity Industry Focuses on the Human Deal. Although burnout is nothing new, it did become more visible and common during and after COVID-19.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

APRIL 11, 2023

As the world continues to face unprecedented cyber threats, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) are facing a growing number of challenges in their roles. In 2023, these challenges are likely to increase, and CISOs will have to be well-equipped to overcome them. Failure to do so can result in hefty fines and penalties.

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Tech Republic Security

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Research has found 91% of CEOs view IT security as a technical function that's the CIO or CISO's problem, meaning IT leaders have more work to do to engage senior executives and boards.

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CSO Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Ransomware and data breaches pose a massive risk to organizations, resulting in loss of customer trust and shareholder value, reputation damage, hefty fines, and penalties. Cyber risk is a top concern in US corporate boardrooms, elevating the role of the chief information security officer to rapid prominence.

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CSO Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

From a cybersecurity standpoint, organizations are operating in a high-risk world. The ability to assess and manage risk has perhaps never been more important. To read this article in full, please click here (Insider Story)

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 15, 2023

Everybody within an organization should work to establish and maintain good cybersecurity habits and measures, but much of the security burden falls on the chief information security officer (CISO). Below are some key insights for any CISO to take into consideration.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 10, 2023

The post ‘Extraordinary, Egregious’ Data Breach at House and Senate appeared first on Security Boulevard. Capitol Trouble: Senators, representatives and staffers suffer PII leak. Could it finally kickstart some action?

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 31, 2022

In 2019, Boston-based online booze company Drizly had a data breach that exposed the personal data of about 1.2 The post Drizly FTC Breach Case May Put CISOs on the Hook for Civil Liability appeared first on Security Boulevard. million customers.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 8, 2023

A new report from Bitdefender found that although IT leaders have an obligation to report attacks, over 42% of them have been told to keep quiet when a breach should have been reported. The post 70% of US IT Leaders Told Not to Disclose Data Breaches appeared first on Security Boulevard. Shockingly, in the U.S.,

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Krebs on Security

JULY 21, 2023

A review of the executives pages published by the 2022 list of Fortune 100 companies found only four — BestBuy , Cigna , Coca-Cola , and Walmart — that listed a Chief Security Officer (CSO) or Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) in their highest corporate ranks. Nor is the average pay hugely different among all these roles.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 19, 2023

On January 11, 2023, presiding United States District Judge William Orrick in San Francisco denied the motion of Joe Sullivan, the former CISO of Uber, for a judgment of acquittal. The post Former Uber CISO Conviction Affirmed by Trial Court appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 4, 2021

Will your organization someday lose a multi-million dollar contract because of a Shadow IT-related data breach? This comes after the company, Insight Global, announced a data breach impacting more than 70,000 Pennsylvania residents and their diagnosis or exposure to COVID-19. Reaction to this Shadow IT data breach.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

The post How to Calculate the Cost of a Data Breach appeared first on Hyperproof. The post How to Calculate the Cost of a Data Breach appeared first on Security Boulevard. But what does a.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 5, 2023

Discuss risks, threats, and recovery from them." Insight #2 " The simplicity of the first draft of the secure software implementation attestation form by CISA and OMB is refreshing. Insight #3 " ChatGPT confirmed a data breach this week due to an insecure third-party library being used.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Earlier this month, former Uber CISO (and former federal cybercrime prosecutor) Joe Sullivan was convicted by a federal jury in San Francisco for concealing information related to a data breach at the ride-sharing app company from the Federal Trade Commission.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 8, 2023

Zero trust provides a risk-based approach to access control and data protection, allowing organizations to enforce granular access controls based on user roles, responsibilities, and context, and minimize the risk of data breaches and compliance violations.

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Cisco Security

JULY 12, 2021

Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) across the Global 2000 and Fortune 1000 are obsessed with protecting the workforce endpoints as critical vulnerabilities in the cybersecurity and risk management posture of their enterprises. Should a risk-conscious, security-aware culture be considered a critical security control?

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 19, 2021

At the start of this week, word got out that hackers claimed to have seized personal data for as many as 100 million T-Mobile patrons. Related: Kaseya hack worsens supply chain risk. Once more, a heavily protected enterprise network has been pillaged by data thieves. Joshua Arsenio, Director, Security Compass Advisory.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 7, 2023

By Dannie Combs , Senior Vice President and CISO, Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN) As security threats to data continue to ebb and flow (mostly flow!), Here are three risk mitigation imperatives that can help organizations get a better handle on these latest risks and threats.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 31, 2023

In today’s business landscape, managing risk has become an increasingly critical concern. The “usual” risks (such as data breaches) paired with the completely unforeseen ones (like the collapse of SVB) have made companies more cautious with their next steps.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 4, 2024

Assess risks. Creating a solid cybersecurity foundation begins with understanding the organization’s risks. A recent study found only 27% of charities undertook risk assessments in 2023 and only 11% said they reviewed risks posed by suppliers. Keep software updated.

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Veracode Security

OCTOBER 18, 2023

As a CISO, securing web applications and ensuring their resilience against evolving cyber threats is a non-negotiable priority. Verizon’s Data Breach Investigations Report 2023 cites web applications as the top attack vector by a long shot (in both breaches and incidents). You can’t secure what you don’t know about!

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 21, 2021

So what happens when the Federal Trade Commission or other powerful body baselessly accuses your company of wrongdoing where a data breach is concerned? The post CISO Stories Podcast: He Fought the FTC Over a Breach and Won appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Security circles are all aflutter regarding the guilty verdict of Joe Sullivan, former CISO of Uber, on charges of obstructing justice and actively hiding a felony. The post Uber CISO Verdict: It’s the Cover-Up appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Jane Frankland

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Instead, they’ve become complacent in their defence practices and may be exposing themselves to increased risks without even realising it. Having surveyed over 500 CISOs and ITDMs responsible for cybersecurity on the challenges faced with SOCs, their insights are not to be missed.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Businesses that had never even considered letting their teams work from home were suddenly thrust into a sink or swim environment where they simply had to make it work or risk stalling their operations. The post How to manage the security risk of remote working appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 30, 2023

Seasoned CISOs/CSOs understand the importance of effectively communicating cyber risk and the need for investment in cybersecurity defense to the board of directors. To ensure cybersecurity becomes a strategic part of the corporate culture, it is crucial for CISOs to present the topic in a clear, concise, and compelling manner.

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SC Magazine

MAY 6, 2021

SolarWinds this week announced that its vice president of security Tim Brown has taken on the additional title of CISO, as part of the company’s ongoing efforts to institute a secure-by-design posture. (“ SolarWinds letters” by sfoskett at is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 2.0 ). Hard to say. Only my paycheck.”.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 8, 2021

It will also put an emphasis on those who fail to report cybersecurity breaches and incidents when required. Reporting a data breach can be a very difficult decision for CISOs and executives. You want to protect the perception of your organization, but also make sure your customer's information is safe.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 11, 2024

In this digital battlefield, cyber insurance has emerged as a crucial shield, offering financial protection against data breaches, ransomware attacks, and other cyber incidents. Data limitations : Accurately assessing cyber risk remains a challenge due to limited data.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

In a move that has raised concerns about the company's cybersecurity posture, Amy Bogac, Clorox's CISO, has stepped down from her position. Others suggest that she may have simply felt overwhelmed by the challenges of leading the company's cybersecurity efforts in the aftermath of such a significant breach.

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 25, 2023

Circle Security boasts an impressive advisory board featuring several high-profile cybersecurity thought leaders including Bruce Schneier, Lucia Milica, global CISO of Proofpoint, and Eric Liebowitz, CISO of Thales Group. Credential-driven data breaches are the biggest threat vector for most companies.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 17, 2023

Pros of cyber insurance Financial protection: Cyber insurance can help protect an organization from significant financial losses resulting from a cyberattack or data breach. Cons of cyber insurance Cost: Cyber insurance can be expensive, particularly for organizations that are considered high-risk. Is it required?

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Mitnick Security

JUNE 27, 2023

As a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), you have the responsibility of not only directing your organization’s security but also conveying your risk status to leadership. According to Cybersecurity Magazine, 60% of small businesses go out of business within six months of falling victim to a data breach or cyber attack.

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SC Magazine

MARCH 30, 2021

About Tim Callahan: Tim Callahan joined Aflac in 2014, bringing more than 30 years of experience in information and physical security, business resiliency and risk management. CISOs must have a firm grasp on essential security principles and requisite capabilities, while also being creative in how those are met in various environments.

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Dark Reading

APRIL 30, 2019

What's worse than a massive data breach? A massive data breach followed by a shareholder derivative lawsuit. Learn what's at stake and what CISOs can do to mitigate the damage.

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The Last Watchdog

JULY 11, 2023

By using real-time antivirus scanning to detect and neutralize security risks as they enter the trading system, threats can be quickly identified and eliminated. Industry-standard algorithms for encryption can ensure all data, in transit and at rest, is safe. •Employ real-time antivirus scanning. Prioritize continuous threat detection.

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