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

CyberSecurity Insiders

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. Most likely his data is protected using current encryption algorithms and keys. It is safe, encrypted, and should take forever to decrypt.”

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CISO Stories Podcast: NotPetya – 45 Minutes and 10,000 Servers Encrypted

Security Boulevard

Learn how to prepare and reduce the risk of the next ransomware event as Todd Inskeep, Founder at Incovate Solutions, walks us through the lessons learned after managing out of a NotPetya ransomware attack. The post CISO Stories Podcast: NotPetya – 45 Minutes and 10,000 Servers Encrypted appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Quantum Resistant Encryption – Are You Ready?

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

Quantum Resistant Encryption – Are You Ready? If you take a good hard look at the risks arising from Quantum, there is bad news and good news. When functional quantum computing becomes available it is anticipated to make many current asymmetric encryption ciphers (RSA, Diffie-Hellman, ECC etc.) Encryption.

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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? Cryptographic inventories need finalizing and quantum safe encryption needs to be adopted for sensitive communications and data. What should I be most concerned about – and focus on – in 2024?

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The Resurgence of Zero Trust: Why it’s Essential for CISOs and CIOs to Include in Their Strategy

CyberSecurity Insiders

Zero trust emphasizes the importance of micro-segmentation, multi-factor authentication, encryption, and monitoring of user behavior to prevent lateral movement within the network and detect and respond to potential threats in real time. Importance for CISOs and CIOs Zero trust is no longer just a buzzword for CISOs and CIOs.

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

The Last Watchdog

Smarter security to me broadly refers to relentlessly focusing on fundamentals while maturing the program, making sure your risk posture aligns with your business strategy. When it comes down to it, C-level goals and CISO initiatives are not all that misaligned. This leads to revenue gains and positive customer outcomes.

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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. Reduce risk and achieve compliance. Ensure clean, low-risk audit results.

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