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Executives Demand Converged Solutions to Cybersecurity
Can you ever have too much cybersecurity in your organization? No, but you can have too many tools. Here’s why security pros are reporting less is more.
Why Bug Bounty Hunters Are Earning Huge Payouts
Here’s what security executives need to know about working with ethical hackers on emerging technologies like blockchains.
The CISO’s Guide to the First 90 Days
The first three months as a new security leader set the foundation for success. Here’s how to how to make those early days count.
Why the Bridges Between Blockchains Are Under Assault
Connections between blockchains are the weak links in the security armor of the “unhackable” technology underpinning the next generation of the internet.
To Defend Against Vishing, Get Smart
Voice-phishing attackers use urgent calls to trick users into divulging sensitive data and breaking into your network. Here’s how CISOs can be prepared for this popular form of cybercrime.
Car Hacking, the Next Frontier of Cybersecurity
Security researchers hijack cars all the time. Here’s what I learned about how to attack automotive systems at a DEF CON hacking challenge.
To Use Cyber Metrics Well, Show Boards the Money
CISOs need to map cybersecurity risk to business risk—and quantify that in a way business leaders and the board will understand.
What is whole-of-state cybersecurity?
No one can survive the current onslaught of cyber threats going it alone. With whole-of-state cybersecurity, you don’t have to.
How to Quickly Scale Up a Security Operations Center
A security operations center accelerates your ability to respond to cyberattacks but building it (usually) takes time.
The Rise of the Cybersavvy Corporate Treasurer
Treasurers hold the purse strings. That makes them attractive targets for cyberthieves. Here’s how to outsmart the bad guys.
How Boards Are Preparing for Increased Federal Oversight of Cybersecurity
Companies say they haven’t seen such wide-ranging board-governance proposals from the SEC since rules implemented after the Great Recession.
Will the Feds Backstop Cyber Insurance?
Critical infrastructure providers may soon get federal protection against the crippling costs of cyberattacks. Here’s why.