Cybersecurity News

Smart Grids Lack Cybersecurity Protection

October 18, 2016

A new Tripwire survey found that 38 percent of respondents believe smart grids have the greatest cyber security risks when compared to other smart city services and 20 percent said they have the smart city initiatives for their smart grids.

Many Consumers Neglect Smartphone Protective Measures

October 17, 2016

Americans who say they are extremely or very concerned about cyber threats have increased 20 percent since last year, from 46 percent in 2015 to 55 percent in 2016.

Survey Says Most Small Businesses Unprepared for Cyberattacks

October 14, 2016

Most small-business owners (78 percent) still don't have a cyberattack response plan, even though more than half (54 percent) were victim to at least one type of cyberattack.

Connecticut Names State's First Chief Cybersecurity Risk Officer

October 13, 2016

Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy announced the hire of Arthur House as chief cybersecurity risk officer, the first to fill the role for the state.

Growing Interest in Cybersecurity Careers Among Millennials

October 13, 2016

An increasing number of millennials are considering careers in cybersecurity, primarily because of increased awareness of cybersecurity issues.

Is Your Access Control System a Gateway for Hackers?

With access control systems being prime entry points to hacking IT and OT systems, security professionals need to stress protecting security systems.

Scott Lindley

October 11, 2016

Contactless card-based access control systems were developed to better protect facilities from unauthorized visitors, but it didn't take long for hackers to learn how to fool the system.

Assessing Cybersecurity Risk Through CISO and C-Suite Collaboration

Defining an organization's cybersecurity risk is a team effort.

Sean Curran David Chaddock

October 11, 2016

While an organization’s CISO focuses on cybersecurity, they depend on the C-suite to combine business operations and necessary security measures to find success.

Research Reveals Cybersecurity Profession at Risk

October 9, 2016

A study has revealed that nearly two-thirds (65%) of cybersecurity professionals struggle to define their career paths.

Computer Users Have ‘Security Fatigue’

October 7, 2016

A new from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) found that a majority of the typical computer users experienced security fatigue that often leads users to risky computing behavior at work and in their personal lives.

CompTIA Launches Campaign to Inspire Girls to Pursue Tech Jobs

October 5, 2016

Early interaction with technology, more information about job opportunities and support from parents and role models are among the actions that will encourage more girls to consider tech as a career option, according to CompTIA.