The Security Ledger

MAY 13, 2023

In this episode of the podcast, I speak with Window Snyder, the founder and CEO of Thistle Technologies about the (many) security challenges facing Internet of Things (IoT) devices and her idea for making things better: Thistle’s platform for secure development and deployment of IoT devices. The post Episode 250: Window Snyder of Thistle on.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 14, 2022

Because of some vulnerabilities in solar panels and smart devices, security experts state that the Australian Electricity Grid is becoming super vulnerable to cyber attacks. Nowadays, companies are showing a lot of interest in offering products loaded with connected technology.

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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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Security Boulevard

JUNE 13, 2023

Our lives, personal and professional, are intertwined with technology in a way that renders us vulnerable to cyber threats. The consequences of these threats are not limited to our personal realm. In the digital age, we all live in glass houses.

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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. They also need to be able to build and manage a team of skilled cybersecurity professionals, despite very challenging workforce dynamics.

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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. Technology disruption Technology disruption assists companies to evolve into new business models and upgrade their traditional modes of operating business.

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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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Security Boulevard

JUNE 20, 2023

Digital technology has brought about unprecedented conveniences and efficiencies, transforming how we work and live. However, this revolution has also introduced a new vulnerability – cyber threats. This threat has not spared any layer of society or any tier of professional hierarchies, including C-Suite executives.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Review and Update Disclosure Policies: Ensure your disclosure policies are aligned with the new SEC requirements, and train your communication teams on how to effectively communicate cyber incidents to investors and the public. I would think that boards would want to have that experience, even though it is somewhat difficult to come by.

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CSO Magazine

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

According to Malwarebytes , rootkits are tools through which cyber threat actors (CTAs) can achieve root (i.e. Bootkits are similar to rootkits, noted Positive Technologies , the major difference being that bootkits activate before an operating system (OS) and, by extension, its various security mechanisms finish booting up.

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The Security Ledger

AUGUST 28, 2020

Also joining us: Sam Curry, the CSO of Cybereason. Securing an election that takes place over weeks or even months across tens of thousands cities and towns – each using a different mix of technology and process – may be an impossible task. A Risk Eye on the Election Guy. But that’s not necessarily what’s called for either.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Plus, a recent report by the Mineta Transportation Institute doubled down on the need for C-level security and technical expertise—for instance, hiring a chief security officer (CSO) or chief information security officer (CISO). Our number one priority is maintaining the trust, security and privacy of our customers, their patrons and data.

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CSO Magazine

MARCH 3, 2022

Surprisingly, today’s retirement homes, assisted living centers, and senior healthcare settings are often hubs of technology. Unfortunately, this growth of digital endpoints is matched by an increase in cyber threats, with 43% of healthcare organizations having experienced a ransomware attack in recent years.

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CSO Magazine

APRIL 6, 2021

These days, information technology (IT) and information security professionals know this all too well, especially when it comes to configuration assessments. Cyber threats demand identification and remediation. There's an old adage in business: If you're not measuring, you're not managing.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Nation-State Cyber Threats. Details: We discuss the "Big Four" nation-state bad actors and the cyber attacks they are capable of. Tracking COVID-19 Cyber Threats. Featured interview: Myla Pilao of the Trend Micro Threat Research Team, which tracks more than 5 billion threats daily.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 30, 2023

Utilize real-world examples, case studies, and industry benchmarks to drive home the importance of investing in cybersecurity defense and creating a culture where everyone plays a role in protecting the organization from cyber threats.

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Entitled “Network Security Without Borders: A Common Technology Stack for Network Security and Operations,” the study cites several factors that contribute to the growing challenge of network security: Increasingly sophisticated cyberthreat tools. Increasingly complex network security technology.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 5, 2023

A recent blog by Frank Domizio titled " The CISO Role: Beyond Technology " explores exactly what I am talking about. A CISO who is able to lead and motivate a team of security professionals can create a high-performing team that is able to effectively protect the organization from cyber threats.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

In 2022, we will see 5G go from new technology to a business enabler bringing previously unimaginable use cases because of its high bandwidth and lower latency. Data from the current AT&T Cybersecurity Insights Report shows that 5G technology is being driven by the line of business and has been siloed between IT and OT organizations.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 16, 2021

“One group of funders, in particular, could be playing a vital role fostering a field of disinterested cyber policy expertise: the entrepreneurs who made vast fortunes creating the very technologies that give rise to these threats,” the letter states.

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Spinone

DECEMBER 26, 2018

VoIP phishing and impersonation also victimized millions of corporate employees across the world , contributing to an even greater cyber threat. Cloud security success and choosing the right investments is all about having a clear understanding of threat types and their resulting damages.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Sonatype has discovered more malware in the npm registry which, following our analysis and multiple cyber threat intelligence reports, has led to the discovery of a novel and large scale malware campaign leveraging the open-source ecosystem.

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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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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Cyber attacks nowadays do not often come from ingenious ‘hackers’ in dark rooms, they’re often the result of an employee reusing the same password, or businesses not implementing basic practices such as multi-factor authentication. By acting smart now, we can eliminate some of the greatest cyber threats facing our businesses today.”

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CSO Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Mapping business goals to the cyber threats putting those goals at risk will help formulate the Zero Trust strategy to mitigate that risk. A company that has effectively implemented DLP technology across the enterprise, for example, has already determined their sensitive data and understands its location.

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