SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 2, 2024

With GenAI capabilities growing, there is a demand for clear guidelines on ethical AI use, security protocols, and methods to mitigate risks. Consider including third-party risk assessment services in contracts. Collaborate to modernize threat response.

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CSO Magazine

MAY 25, 2023

Survey respondents were asked questions about their organization’s cyber-threat intelligence (CTI) program – how it was staffed, what types of skills were most important, its challenges and strategies, spending plans, etc. The first one gave an overview of enterprise threat intelligence programs. more than 1,000 employees).

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The Security Ledger

AUGUST 7, 2024

The FBI will host an event exploring agricultural cyber risks in Omaha, Nebraska amid growing concerns of cyber attacks on US agriculture as farms embrace precision agriculture. The post At Nebraska Event, FBI Calls Out Cyber Threats To Agriculture appeared first on The Security Ledger with Paul F. For Hacking.

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CSO Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2023

Industry respondents also expressed concerns over identity theft at 4%, unavailable or unaffordable cyber insurance at 4%, geopolitical risks at 3%, DDoS attacks at 2% and website defacement at 0.9%, according to CSI’s annual survey of the financial sector.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The Relevance of Privacy-Preserving Techniques and Generative AI to DORA Legislation madhav Tue, 10/29/2024 - 04:55 The increasing reliance on digital technologies has created a complex landscape of risks, especially in critical sectors like finance. The world has changed.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 7, 2025

Check out best practices for shoring up data security and reducing cyber risk. And get the latest on cyber scams; zero-day vulnerabilities; and critical infrastructure security. 1 - CSA: How to boost data security and reduce cyber risk Risk assessment gaps. Siloed cyber tools. Misaligned priorities.

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CSO Magazine

MARCH 9, 2022

When reviewing your network for potential cyber threats, don’t make things worse by making misconfigurations that will create more problems. Instead, focus on the basics. The second is that we need to pay more attention to network traffic. Take care of security basics first.

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 22, 2021

On April 20, the Biden administration, through the United States Department of Energy (DOE), issued what it is calling its 100-day plan to address cybersecurity risks to the US electric system. The plan is a coordinated effort among DOE, the electricity industry, and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).

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SecureWorld News

MAY 2, 2024

By spearheading cybersecurity programs, CISOs empower organizations to fend off cyber threats from criminal enterprises, insider risks, hackers, and other malicious entities that pose significant risks to operations, critical infrastructure, and even national security. underscores the heightened emphasis on governance.

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Security Boulevard

JUNE 6, 2025

National Cyber Security Centre’s (NCSC) “ Timelines for migration to post-quantum (PQC) cryptography.” Embrace change: Stay attuned to emerging cyber risks and be ready to modify cybersecurity processes accordingly. Show how this capacity to adapt to new cyber threats helps strengthen the organization’s resilience.

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The Security Ledger

AUGUST 28, 2020

Given the magnitude of the problem, could taking a more risk-based approach to security pay off? Given the magnitude of the problem, could taking a more risk-based approach to security pay off? Also joining us: Sam Curry, the CSO of Cybereason. A Risk Eye on the Election Guy. Read the whole entry. »

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Public companies will also have to share details about their "cybersecurity risk management, strategy, and governance" on an annual basis. Risk Management and Strategy Disclosure: Companies must disclose their cybersecurity risk management policies, governance procedures, and incident response plans in their annual reports.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Glenn Kapetansky, CSO and Technology Lead at Trexin, had this to say about Bogac, whom he knows well: "I know Amy Bogac both professionally and personally, and she is well regarded in both circles. However, if she informed the executive committee of the risk and they accepted it by not acting, then she should be rewarded.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 10, 2023

A new study from cybersecurity vendor Bitdefender revealed that this is a reality for more than two-fifths of IT professionals—putting both organizations and individuals at risk. For other countries surveyed, which included France, Italy, Germany, Spain, and the U.K., the figure was below the global average.

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CSO Magazine

JUNE 16, 2021

Firewalls, anti-virus, endpoint protection, and security awareness all form a foundation of protection against cyber threats. Today, organizations need tools that allow them to ask detailed questions to identify advanced (and even invisible) threats and active adversaries, and quickly take appropriate action to stop them. “An

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 6, 2022

This may not be a time to roll out new technologies or major changes to your network, as this will introduce other types of risk. If you are like me, you follow world events and news such as Okta being breached by a group of teenagers to see if you need to change your defenses. Block traffic selectively.

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CSO Magazine

JULY 14, 2022

There are such varied and rapidly changing facets of defending organizations against cyber threats that the task of sorting out which risks need the most attention can seem overwhelming. As CISOs look to prepare their 2023 security budgets, some might be asking themselves, “where do I begin?”

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SecureWorld News

MAY 23, 2024

Companies should consider qualitative factors beyond just financial impacts when assessing an incident's materiality, such as reputational harm, litigation risks, and regulatory scrutiny. And the recent clarifications—focusing on material cybersecurity incidents—is a step in the right direction," said Glenn Kapetansky , CSO, Trexin Group. "In

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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. One key aspect of successful communication is understanding the business objectives and risk appetite of the organization.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 28, 2022

According to CSO, 2021 shaped up to be an active year for mergers and acquisitions in the cybersecurity industry. Top cybersecurity M&A deals for 2021 | CSO Online. Companies are taking great risks in terms of their economic future when acquiring assets of a target company. It is all about risks.

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BH Consulting

APRIL 30, 2025

Third-party risk rises as a factor in breaches: Verizon DBIR 2025 Verizons latest annual Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) shows some concerning trends with a sharp escalation in global cyber threats. CSO Online marked the progress as 66 per cent done. The company says 99.2

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 24, 2023

Threat intelligence firm Flashpoint has announced the release of Ignite, a new intelligence platform built to accelerate cross-functional risk mitigation and prevention across vulnerability management and security teams, including those in law enforcement, state and local government, and federal civilian agencies.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

As the physical threat of war continues to rise, so do the cyber threats for any country that may stand against Russia. President Putin has amassed tens of thousands of military troops at the border of Ukraine, and an invasion appears imminent.

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NopSec

DECEMBER 9, 2015

According to recent research over 60 percent of survey participants stated their executives are only “somewhat” or “not at all” informed about the information security risk and threats their organizations face. In a meeting with my previous CFO, I was discussing the risk posture of the organization.

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The Security Ledger

JUNE 5, 2024

Chris Walcutt, the CSO at DirectDefense talks about the rapidly changing threat landscape that critical infrastructure owners and operators inhabit, and how savvy firms are managing OT cyber risks. The post Spotlight Podcast: OT Is Under Attack. appeared first on The Security Ledger with Paul F.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 5, 2023

But it is vital as they fight for cybersecurity budget, try to explain risk, and explain the importance of line items such as security awareness training, blue, red and purple team exercises, and more. This helps build awareness of security risks and get buy-in for security initiatives.

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) called buffer overflow vulnerabilities unforgivable defects that put national and economic security at risk. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.)

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The predictions are a part of the company’s Cyber Threat Index , which was compiled using data gathered by the company’s active risk management and reduction technology, combining data from underwriting and claims, internet scans, its global network of honeypot sensors, and scanning over 5.2 billion IP addresses.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

In this article we will learn how to address and effectively respond to major enterprise cybersecurity threats and provide tips to mitigate IT security risk. VoIP phishing and impersonation also victimized millions of corporate employees across the world , contributing to an even greater cyber threat.

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

While acknowledging there are “not currently any specific credible threats to the U.S.,” Neuberger was briefing the global media when she made this observation on February 2 as she spoke to the continued presence of Russian cyber threats to Ukraine and beyond.

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Security Boulevard

MAY 30, 2025

And get the latest on properly decommissioning tech products; a cyber threat targeting law firms; and more! Here's an overview of the five stages of an AI system and the 13 security principles that must be adopted: Secure design stage Raise awareness about AI security threats and risks.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Check out invaluable cloud security insights and recommendations from the “Tenable Cloud Risk Report 2024.” Plus, a PwC study says increased collaboration between CISOs and fellow CxOs boosts cyber resilience. Meanwhile, a report finds the top cyber skills gaps are in cloud security and AI.

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CSO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

At this year’s Billington Cybersecurity Summit , leaders from across the globe gathered to discuss the importance of international partnerships in managing the persistent threats governments must address.

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CSO Magazine

JANUARY 26, 2021

Given the volume, sophistication, and potential harm of today’s cyber threats, it is essential (and unfortunately, also impossible) for security teams to leave no stone unturned in the discovery of potential security attacks and breaches. To read this article in full, please click here

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Security Boulevard

JULY 21, 2022

As threats to an executive’s safety and security increase, organizations should look to digital executive protection to help reduce risks manifesting in both the physical and digital worlds. Physical threats against executives are on the rise. This article was originally written for, and published in, Threatpost.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 9, 2023

In this year's survey, over two-thirds (68%) of CISOs said they feel at risk of a material cyber attack in the next 12 months. This pronounced shift suggests that security professionals see the threat landscape heating up once again, and have recalibrated their level of concern to match."

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eSecurity Planet

JUNE 21, 2022

My advice for anybody that asks me which certifications they should get is this: find a certification in a subject that you wish to learn about,” Palo Alto Networks CSO Rick Howard said. “If If you are going to study the subject anyway, you might as well get a certification out of it.”. Also read: How to Get Started in a Cybersecurity Career.

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