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OT security and Industrial Control System Security (ICS), while improving, has not kept up with their evolving ecosystem, leaving systems exposed — as seen by attacks on critical infrastructure.

Cybersecurity training, two-factor authentication, updating communication strategies and developing an attack strategy can help healthcare organizations bolster their cybersecurity strategy.

Most security breaches aren’t a consequence of inadequate security controls but are a direct result of human failure. So why do humans make mistakes? What triggers our behavior, and why are we so susceptible to manipulation? Understanding these triggers will greatly help organizations change their approach to information security.

Enterprises globally must harden existing firewall configurations; this is a non-negotiable activity. Over time firewall configurations experience a “drift” between what the business requires and what’s become obsolete. 

Instead of focusing on preventing breaches, cybersecurity professionals should focus on improving security hygiene and resilience. More important than building up walls, organizations should prioritize minimizing costs, downtime and disruption in the case of an eventual cyberattack.

Vertical markets are implementing mobile and cloud access solutions to streamline access and reduce costs. 

Security magazine spotlights solutions that can benefit security professionals in the healthcare sector, from securing medical devices to connecting first responders with live incident video streams.

As you move from the perimeter fence line all the way to the most sensitive areas at the core of a facility, the security strategy should become more sophisticated and more effective.

The Mayo Clinic’s Global Security team set about developing a single security operations center and standardizing workflows, processes, software, terminology and other investigatory and case-management aspects, all with the help of technology.

A critical infrastructure, ports pose unique security challenges and require a holistic approach to security, access and risk mitigation. Here, we cover best practices for port security.