March 18, 2024 at 01:08AM Businesses must creatively defend against cybersecurity threats due to budget constraints and limited skilled talent. It seems that the main takeaway from the meeting notes is that businesses are facing challenges due to budget constraints and a limited supply of skilled talent in defending against cybersecurity threats. The notes emphasize … Read more
March 15, 2024 at 12:33PM All companies, not just federal agencies, should strive to implement the “network and environment” aspect of the National Security Agency’s zero-trust guidelines. Based on the meeting notes, the key takeaway is that it is recommended for all companies, not just federal agencies, to strive to implement the “network and environment” … Read more
February 21, 2024 at 09:58AM The cyber-threat landscape is rapidly evolving, posing challenges for businesses of all sizes. Data breach incidents and costs are increasing, especially for small businesses, forcing compliance and security expenditures. Executives face the dilemma of balancing business growth with cybersecurity amidst a complex threat environment. Strategic cybersecurity investments, aligned with business … Read more
February 2, 2024 at 05:31PM Welcome to CISO Corner, a weekly digest presented by Dark Reading catering to security operations readers and leaders. In this issue, discussions include the evolving role of the Chief Information Security Officer, tailored cybersecurity education for younger users, the adoption of Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) by airlines, recognizing security … Read more
January 31, 2024 at 10:02AM Business leaders need to recognize that cybersecurity should be a strategic aspect of the business, rather than just a cost center, due to its value in protecting and enabling the business. The relationship between CIOs and CISOs has become more equal, and IT and security teams have become integral to … Read more
January 30, 2024 at 08:23AM The Cyber Claims Report observes the evolving nature of cyber threats, particularly ransomware. In 1H 2023, ransomware frequency increased by 27% from 2H 2022, with an average loss of over $365,000 and an average ransom demand of $1.62 million. Businesses with more than $100 million in revenue were hit the … Read more
December 28, 2023 at 04:20PM Eagers Automotive, the largest car dealership operator in Australia and New Zealand, suffered a cyberattack, resulting in halting stock trading. With over 300 selling points for various brands and subsidiaries, the incident impacted its systems. While external experts are investigating, concern remains about potential customer data exposure. Other recent cyberattacks … Read more
December 21, 2023 at 05:40PM New data from EasyDMARC shows a 7.5% increase in intercepted phishing emails from January 2022 to November 2023. The research tracked a rise in flagged emails imitating legitimate domains and a 24% increase in potentially harmful emails per domain. The CEO emphasizes the need for businesses to implement email authentication … Read more
December 21, 2023 at 01:14PM Microsoft is deprecating Defender Application Guard and Windows Isolated App Launcher APIs for Edge for Business users. Application Guard uses hardware-based virtualization to isolate and block potential threats, while protecting against malware infections. Users are advised to switch to alternative security measures and to refer to the Microsoft Edge For … Read more
December 11, 2023 at 07:06AM In today’s digital age, businesses face increasing cyber threats, yet not all can afford a full-time CISO. Enter the vCISO, crucial in establishing and guiding an organization’s cybersecurity. The first 100 days are pivotal, and a five-step playbook offers valuable guidance, covering goals, pitfalls, and key activities to ensure success … Read more