The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Shashanka Dr. Madhu Shashanka , Chief Data Scientist, Concentric AI Generative AI in 2025 will bring transformative opportunities but heightened cybersecurity risks, including data exposure, AI misuse, and novel threats like prompt injection attacks. FIPS-203 enables legal PQC deployment, prompting CISOs to overhaul encryption strategies.

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Krebs on Security

DECEMBER 18, 2018

KrebsOnSecurity reviewed the Web sites for the global top 100 companies by market value, and found just five percent of top 100 firms listed a chief information security officer (CISO) or chief security officer (CSO). Nobody’s saying these companies don’t have CISOs and/or CSOs and CTOs in their employ.

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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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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 29, 2020

I had the chance to discuss this with Salah Nassar, vice president of marketing at CipherCloud , a leading San Jose, CA-based CASB vendor. Some CISOs, at first, were reserved and said, ‘We’re not moving to the cloud.’ So if you’re a Microsoft shop, you’re on an Office 365 and a Windows 10 migration path.

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Jane Frankland

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

But as a CISO or cyber risk owner, it’s not just about locking down sensitive informationits about doing it without slowing down your people. It encompasses everything from ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of information to reducing risks, maintaining compliance, and building trust with customers.

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Cisco Security

JANUARY 10, 2023

As the majority of the global Covid fog finally started lifting in 2022, other events – and their associated risks – started to fill the headspace of C-level execs the world over. In my role, I regularly engage with CISOs in all kinds of sectors, representatives at industry bodies, and experts at analyst houses.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 1, 2025

These chats were spontaneous and candid, and in aggregate they spoke to something deeper than mere market noise. Approov: Securing cloud-mobile APIs Ted Miracco, CEO of Approov, painted a vivid picture of modern mobile risk: Your mobile app is under attack the moment it talks to the cloud especially over public Wi-Fi.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

JUNE 23, 2025

Unstructured Data Management: Closing the Gap Between Risk and Response madhav Tue, 06/24/2025 - 05:44 The world is producing data at an exponential rate. It represents the next evolution in data-centric security— closing the gap between risk and response —turning unstructured data from a hidden liability into a measurable, manageable asset.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 2, 2024

1, 2024, CyberNewsWire — Security Risk Advisors (SRA) announces the launch of VECTR Enterprise Edition , a premium version of its widely-used VECTR platform for purple teams and adversary management program reporting and benchmarking. About VECTR : VECTR™ is developed and maintained by Security Risk Advisors.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 20, 2024

CISOs have been on something of a wild roller coaster ride the past few years. Given carte blanche, many CISOs purchased a hodge podge of unproven point solutions, adding to complexity. By mid-2022, with interest rates climbing and the stock market cratering, CFOs began demanding proof of a reasonable return on investment.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 13, 2025

Arsen’s Vishing Simulation helps companies identify risk exposure and train employees to respond confidently and securely in real time. Media contact: Thomas Le Coz, CEO, Arsen, marketing@arsen.co Editor’s note: This press release was provided by CyberNewswire as part of its press release syndication service.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 20, 2024

CISA adds Veeam Backup and Replication flaw to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog North Korea-linked APT37 exploited IE zero-day in a recent attack Omni Family Health data breach impacts 468,344 individuals Iran-linked actors target critical infrastructure organizations macOS HM Surf flaw in TCC allows bypass Safari privacy settings Two Sudanese (..)

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 5, 2024

One Identity embodies three major features we judges look for with the potential to become winners: understanding tomorrows threats today, providing a cost-effective solution and innovating in unexpected ways that can help mitigate cyber risk and get one step ahead of the next breach, said Gary S. Ackerman Jr.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Of course they don’t want to get busted and they don’t want authorities taking down their infrastructure, but these arrests are an incentive to get into the ransomware market and a learning experience on how to adapt their tactics. The ascendency of CISOs. Malicious actors are opportunistic.

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eSecurity Planet

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Blockchain: Developed primarily for cryptocurrency applications and maligned for manipulating those markets, blockchain can be a valuable security tool, as its universe of connected nodes is almost impossible to corrupt or destroy. Knowledge of cloud systems architecture and how it interacts with various devices is invaluable.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 6, 2025

Similarly, Trey Ford, CISO at Bugcrowd, highlights how VDPs are indicators of a companys overall security posture: "Every company building or implementing technology and services needs a VDP, and this is a significant milestone in aligning contractors with industry best practices.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

The DOJ emphasized that the sites marketed these tools as "fully undetectable" by antispam software, further fueling large-scale phishing campaigns. BEC attacks: a growing financial and security risk BEC remains one of the most financially devastating cyber threats, with losses worldwide reaching into the billions.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 8, 2023

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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SecureWorld News

JUNE 10, 2025

UNFI supplies a vast ecosystem of retailers, including Whole Foods Market, which relies heavily on its distribution network. This breach not only raises concerns about UNFI's internal resilience but also underscores broader risks to food supply chains and retail operations. UNFI also provided a systems update regarding the issue.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 12, 2022

In this blog, we’ll look at the root causes of concern for today's CISO and share some practical strategies to deter cybercriminals. The CISO role can be an unenviable one. Is the cyber deck stacked against today's CISO? If you own the risks, who owns the elimination? ' is usually swift.

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IT Security Guru

MARCH 28, 2023

As cyber threats increase in frequency and complexity, organizations recognize the importance of having a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to protect their sensitive data and infrastructure. Commit to Learning and Participation As a CISO, you probably have an endless to do list of vital chores that can keep you preoccupied.

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SecureWorld News

JUNE 20, 2024

As defenders of digital assets, Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and cybersecurity professionals face immense pressure, often leading to burnout. Key findings from the report include: 90% of CISOs are concerned about stress, fatigue, or burnout affecting their team's well-being. between May 20, 2024, and May 24, 2024.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Which topics should CEOs, CIOs and CISOs have on their radar when it comes to Identity and Access Management ( IAM ) and cyber security risks in 2022? recurring re-confirmations of initially assigned rights and roles in all connected systems by the employees’ manager – to reduce the risk of abuse and accidents.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 17, 2023

17, 2023 — Cynomi , the leading AI-powered virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) platform vendor for Managed Service Providers (MSPs), Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) and consulting firms, has published the results of its first annual report, “ The State of the Virtual CISO 2023 ”. Tel Aviv, Israel, Aug.

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Duo's Security Blog

JUNE 9, 2022

As an advisory CISO and part of Cisco’s strategy group, an essential part of my role is talking to CISOs from every kind of organization. As well as talking to CISOs, I also believe it is crucial to get perspectives from all sides. Here are my key takeaways. So how do insurers get hold of that kind of insight?

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

Cybersecurity risks increase every year and bludgeon victims who fail to prepare properly. For those interested in a better understanding of the oncoming risks, this is the information you are looking for. It can feel like crossing a major highway while blindfolded. Many never see the catastrophe about to happen, until it occurs.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 31, 2023

Through helping to ensure that companies disclose material cybersecurity information, today's rules will benefit investors, companies, and the markets connecting them." Dd Budiharto , CISO, Advisory Board Member; Founder of Cyber Point Advisory, a vCISO firm: Here's the Good, the Bad, and the Other from the SEC's latest ruling.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

While technically part of the c-suite, CISOs historically received less attention within a company than your average CEO or chief financial officer. CISOs] are in more conversations, they’re asked for input,” said Leo Taddeo, chief security officer for Cyxtera. Our profile is certainly getting higher. Failure to communicate.

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Cisco Security

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

This affected all levels of the cybersecurity landscape, and it has had a particularly broad impact for those in the C-Suite, specifically, the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). So, what is an already over-stressed CISO to do? Building a Cybersecurity Platform for the Future. Practices with strong success Impact.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 2, 2022

Third-Party Risk Management ( TPRM ) has been around since the mid-1990s – and has become something of an auditing nightmare. Related: A call to share risk assessments. This is because third-party risk has become a huge problem for enterprises in the digital age. Cyber risks profiling. based CyberGRX.

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Jane Frankland

OCTOBER 13, 2021

I went through some of them this week at the Cyber Security Virtual Conference: Celebrating Women in Cyber, and with PWC Canada when they engaged me to open their one day event – SheProtects: Future CISO Program. She sees risk everywhere, is accountable for it, and is mostly at odds with the business. Tip 2 – Believe you can do it.

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The Last Watchdog

MAY 5, 2025

Natively supported GenAI I also had an enlightening discussion with Tim Eades , CEO of year-old Anetac , a GenAI-native platform focused on real-time identity risk, who offered sharp insight into why newer vendors have an inherent edge. The market, he said, hasnt had its SolarWinds moment for GenAI misuse yet, but everyones bracing for it.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 22, 2023

This extensive list of virtual CISO (vCISO) providers, collated by Cynomi , means that small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) can easily tap the expertise of qualified cybersecurity professionals to protect their digital assets and ensure compliance. In this climate, strong cybersecurity measures are crucial.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 6, 2025

And get the latest on exposure response strategies and on CISO compensation and job satisfaction. Embrace change: Stay attuned to emerging cyber risks and be ready to modify cybersecurity processes accordingly. million-plus annually, CISOs at large enterprises are making bank, but, ironically, job dissatisfaction among them is high.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 10, 2020

I spoke with Maurice Côté, VP Business Solutions, and Martin Lemay, CISO, of Devolutions , at the RSA 2020 Conference in San Francisco recently. Devolutions was established a decade ago and fills a gap in the market. Poorly implemented authentication can also lead to network breaches and compliance headaches. I’ll keep watch.

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InfoWorld on Security

JUNE 11, 2024

As businesses increasingly migrate to the cloud, chief information security officers (CISOs) face numerous critical challenges in ensuring robust cloud security. Experts highlighted this at the recent Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit. Don’t believe me?

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 12, 2021

This is because in past instances, a single statement from previous Federal Reserve Chairs have sent the markets racing up or down. Federal Reserve Chairman Statement on Cyber Risk. And then he continued: "But—the world changes, the world evolves, and the risks change as well. The odds of that, are very, very low.

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