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Security officers now require a more comprehensive insider threat solution

August 11, 2020

COVID-19 has initiated a whole new host of cybersecurity threats. Twitter was one of the latest victims, its employees allegedly being targeted so that hackers should take over the accounts of certain verified users. And just before that, a June 25 story in The New York Times detailed the way in which a foreign entity is attempting to infiltrate American business by taking advantage of remote employees whose organizations – more than 400 million worldwide – use virtual private networks (VPNs).

Digital Shadows research: Escrow systems on cybercriminal forums

August 11, 2020

A new Digital Shadows report focuses on the escrow systems used on cybercriminal forums. These systems are deeply sophisticated, relying not just on similar technological mechanisms as traditional ecommerce, but on social, community oriented mechanisms as well, such as arbitration.

Google admits its Home speakers recorded at all times

August 11, 2020

Google has admitted that its Home speakers recorded users at all times, even when they hadn't said "wake words" such as "OK Google," due to a security error earlier this year.

COVID-19 five times more disruptive to supply chains than cyberattacks

Six out of ten businesses target geographic diversification of supply chains to build resilience.

August 11, 2020

According to the Supply Chain Resilience Report 2020 from 3D Hubs, cybersecurity issues have affected less than 10% of firms over the past 10 years, compared to 60% that have suffered directly as a result of COVID-19 disruption.

Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker signs $1.8 billion bond bill to improve IT and public safety

August 11, 2020

Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker signed an act which authorizes up to $1.8 billion in capital funding for key investments in public safety, food security, and information technology.

Iranian hacking group known as Fox Kitten (or Parisite) attacking F5 networking devices

August 10, 2020

A group of Iranian hackers have been attacking the US private and government sector, according to a security alert sent by the FBI last week.

93% of security professionals lack the necessary tools to detect security threats

August 10, 2020

A new study reveals that 93 percent of security professionals lack the tools to detect known security threats, and 92 percent state they are still in need of the appropriate preventative solutions to close current security gaps.

How CISOs Can Effectively Measure and Report Security Operations Maturity

It's not the number of moving pieces in your security program that matter; it's how those pieces are making your organization more resilient that truly counts. How do you achieve that goal?

James Carder

August 10, 2020

When reporting to the board of directors, the majority of CISOs measure the effectiveness of their program against a proven model. But what exactly should a CISO be measuring and reporting? Here are some top recommendations.

TikTok to open a European data center in Ireland

August 10, 2020

Video app TikTok said it will set up its first European data center in Ireland.

Healthcare Data Compliance: Maintaining Integrity, Privacy and Security

Four healthcare security lessons learned during the initial COVID-19 surge

Jonathan Langer

August 10, 2020

By looking at hospitals – and the resulting mad scramble and actions they took to protect their patients – there are four lessons that can be distilled to help those in the thick of a spike or for those planning for the next surge.

In today’s volatile environment, a robust risk management strategy isn’t just a requirement—it’s a foundation for organizational resilience. From cyber threats to climate disruptions, the ability to anticipate, withstand, and adapt to disruption is becoming a hallmark of industry leaders.

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Security officers now require a more comprehensive insider threat solution

Digital Shadows research: Escrow systems on cybercriminal forums

Google admits its Home speakers recorded at all times

COVID-19 five times more disruptive to supply chains than cyberattacks

Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker signs $1.8 billion bond bill to improve IT and public safety

Iranian hacking group known as Fox Kitten (or Parisite) attacking F5 networking devices

93% of security professionals lack the necessary tools to detect security threats

How CISOs Can Effectively Measure and Report Security Operations Maturity

TikTok to open a European data center in Ireland

Four healthcare security lessons learned during the initial COVID-19 surge

The Money Laundering Machine: Inside the global crime epidemic - Episode 24

Middle East Escalation, Humanitarian Law and Disinformation – Episode 25

Security’s Top 5 – 2024 Year in Review

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The Money Laundering Machine: Inside the global crime epidemic - Episode 24

Middle East Escalation, Humanitarian Law and Disinformation – Episode 25

Security’s Top 5 – 2024 Year in Review

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