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SiteLock’s Top Five Cybersecurity Predictions For 2020

SiteLock

It’s safe to say that the volume and magnitude of high-profile data breaches and ransomware attacks that punctuated 2019 really kept the cybersecurity industry on its toes. We’ve analyzed the current state of the industry and packaged up our top five cybersecurity predictions for 2020. In comparison to last year, research.

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NIST Plans To Examine Internet of Things (IoT) For Its Cybersecurity Framework

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is holding a Cybersecurity Framework Workshop this week at its headquarters in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The purpose of the workshop is to discuss issues related to its widely used Cybersecurity Framework.

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New IoT Security Regulations

Schneier on Security

But like nearly all innovation, there are risks involved. And for products borne out of the Internet of Things, this means the risk of having personal information stolen or devices being overtaken and controlled remotely. Consumers will buy products without proper security features, unaware that their information is vulnerable.

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California Passes First Of Its Kind IoT Cybersecurity Law

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

California recently became the first state in the union to pass a cybersecurity law addressing “smart” devices and Internet of Things (IoT) technology. The term IoT generally refers to anything connected to the internet, including smart home devices (e.g., Amazon’s Alexa, NEST thermostats, etc.).

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California Passes First Of Its Kind IoT Cybersecurity Law

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

California recently became the first state in the union to pass a cybersecurity law addressing “smart” devices and Internet of Things (IoT) technology. The term IoT generally refers to anything connected to the internet, including smart home devices (e.g., Amazon’s Alexa, NEST thermostats, etc.).

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US Government Accountability Office Releases New Report On The Internet of Things (IoT)

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

.” In the report, the GAO provides an introduction to the Internet of Things (IoT), describes what is known about current and emerging IoT technologies, and examines the implications of their use. Technological Advancements Leading To IoT Surge. Common Components Of IoT Devices. Common Components Of IoT Devices.

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Survey Says…Cybersecurity Remains A Critical Challenge For Business

Privacy and Cybersecurity Law

On March 14, 2018, IBM Security announced the results of a new global study on organizational cybersecurity readiness and resiliency entitled “The 2018 Cyber Resilient Organization.” These low results for cyber preparedness and resiliency present a significant risk for business.