Axio's 2021 State of Ransomware Preparedness report reveals that organizations are not equipped to defend against ransomware due to deficiencies in implementing and sustaining basic cybersecurity practices, including managing privileged administrator credentials and ensuring visibility of supply chain risk.
Women make up only 24% of the cybersecurity field, according to an ISC2 study. Cybersecurity leaders Sharon Smith, Lori Ross O'Neil, Aanchal Gupta and Meg West discussed how to solve the problem of underrepresentation in the industry at the ISC2
Security Congress 2021.
ThycoticCentrify released new research confirming that ransomware has become a preferred method for cyberattacks, with nearly two out of three companies (64%) surveyed admitting to be victims of a ransomware attack in the last 12 months.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and National Security Agency (NSA) published a cybersecurity advisory regarding BlackMatter ransomware cyber intrusions targeting multiple U.S. critical infrastructure entities, including two U.S. food and agriculture sector organizations.
Chris Jacquet, VP and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Hitachi Vantara, explains how best to approach cybersecurity in the boardroom. Being prepared, honest and concise can help a CISO secure much-needed funding for their department.
Whether remote, in the office or in a co-working space, all employees must be sensitized to cyber threats. It is important not only to provide training for employees but also to give IT security a permanent place in the corporate culture.
Despite a company’s belief on how it would respond in the event of a ransomware attack, companies should consider opening a bitcoin account with a nominal amount of bitcoin in it so that it is at least prepared to make the tough decision should the need arise.
Sukumar Reddy Saddi has been named Global Integrity Finance's Chief Technology Officer. Saddi will lead the company's end-to-end information technology strategy and development of financial applications.
(ISC)² published a new research study highlighting the unique challenges diverse cybersecurity professionals worldwide face and provides recommendations to create positive change.
LendingHome, a real estate loan provider, has named Carrie Weber their new Chief Risk Officer. Weber will develop a risk management strategy for the firm and oversee risk and compliance issues.
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