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Researchers discover exposed Comcast database containing 1.5 billion records

February 9, 2021

The WebsitePlanet research team in cooperation with security researcher Jeremiah Fowler discovered a non-password protected database that contained more than 1.5 billion records. The database belonged to American cable and internet giant Comcast, and the publicly visible records included dashboard permissions, logging, client IPs, @comcast email addresses, and hashed passwords.

DHS and partners coordinated to secure Super Bowl LV

February 9, 2021

David Pekoske, Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Deputy Secretary of Homeland Security, met with local law enforcement officials and the National Football League (NFL) to review Department of Homeland Security (DHS) operations to help ensure the safety and security of employees, players, and fans during Super Bowl LV. Dozens of federal agencies and components, including DHS, contributed to security measures seen and unseen in connection with the Super Bowl.

5 minutes with Sarah Tatsis - Why women are needed in the ongoing fight against cybercriminals

Maria Henriquez

February 9, 2021

A new study by (ISC)², conducted in 2020, revealed that the cybersecurity profession experienced substantial growth in its global ranks, increasing to 3.5 million individuals currently working in the field, an addition of 700,000 professionals or 25% more than last year’s workforce estimate. The research also indicates a corresponding decrease in the global workforce shortage, now down to 3.12 million from the 4.07 million shortage reported last year. Data suggests that employment in the field now needs to grow by approximately 41% in the U.S. and 89% worldwide in order to fill the talent gap, which remains a top concern of professionals. Security experts, like Sarah Tatsis, VP of Advanced Technology Development Labs at BlackBerry, believe women can help solve the cybersecurity workforce shortage. Here, we speak to Tatsis about why women are needed and valued in the ongoing fight against cybercriminals.

Tinder achieves certification for its information security management system

Tinder becomes first dating app to be recognized for comprehensive information security practices in accordance with internationally accepted standards

February 9, 2021

Tinder, the world’s most popular app for meeting new people, has achieved certification for its Information Security Management System (ISMS) under the ISO/IEC 27001:2013 standard following an extensive impartial external audit — becoming the first app in its category to achieve a certification decision for this globally recognized security standard.

Security Talk

Pinpointing emergency communications

Maggie Shein

February 9, 2021

Emergency communications are changing. At the City of Stamford, Conn., Joe Gaudett, Director of Emergency Communications says that his biggest focuses right now are keeping his staff safe and secure; having enough resources; and using technology to continue to function and respond safely and efficiently to serve its citizens. Learn how Gaudett and the city of Stamford have responded to COVID-19 and implemented new technologies to help ensure operational efficiency and increase safety and security.

CISA announces extension of the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Supply Chain Risk Management Task Force

Extension will allow the Task Force to continue its work as outlined in its recently released Year 2 Report and position itself to support the supply chain risk management imperative in 2021

February 9, 2021

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) announced a six-month extension of the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) Supply Chain Risk Management Task Force. The Task Force, chaired by CISA and the Information Technology (IT) and Communications Sector Coordinating Councils, is a public-private partnership composed of a diverse range of representatives from large and small private sector organizations charged with identifying challenges and devising workable solutions and recommendations for managing risks to the global ICT supply chain.

AI and biometrics in 2021: Predictions, trends, and insights for what might lie ahead

Brett Beranek

February 9, 2021

Biometric security solutions and AI-powered fraud prevention technologies have, for several years now, been transforming the ways in which organizations protect their business, their customers, and their employees. In fact, some industry estimates reveal that AI and biometrics have combined to prevent billions of dollars in losses from fraud—already.

Sue Bergamo named CISO at Precisely

February 8, 2021

Precisely announced the appointment of Sue Bergamo as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). In the newly created CISO role at Precisely, she will be responsible for carrying out and managing the company’s information security vision, strategy, and program to minimize potential security risks and further a culture of security stewardship.

Singapore's Changi Airport Group to enhance security operations

February 8, 2021

Singapore’s Changi Airport Group, one of the most innovative and technologically advanced airports in the world, will be upgrading and enhancing its security system.

Enterprise Services

Hospitality security adjusts to COVID-19 constraints

While COVID-19 has slowed the hospitality industry, security plays a more pivotal role than ever and the ongoing pandemic is challenging security professionals to adjust and adapt to new rules and procedures.

Adam Stone

February 8, 2021

While COVID-19 has slowed the hospitality industry, security plays a more pivotal role than ever and the ongoing pandemic is challenging security professionals to adjust and adapt to new rules and procedures. And yet, as the pandemic and challenging economy continues, security departments within the hospitality industry are increasingly tasked to do more with less.