October 29, 2024 at 06:24AM CISOs require an AI visibility and KPI strategy that strikes a balanced approach for enhanced security and productivity in software development, ensuring both effective protection and operational efficiency. **Meeting Takeaways:** 1. **Need for AI Visibility and KPI Plan**: Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) require a structured plan that focuses on … Read more
September 5, 2024 at 10:40AM Chief security officers are facing challenges as security budgets lag behind and staffing growth rates slow, with over a third reporting flat or reduced spending. Despite an 8% increase in overall security spending, it’s a significant drop from previous years. Encouragingly, security’s share of the IT budget is rising, signaling … Read more
July 1, 2024 at 10:07AM Psychology professor Daniel Kahneman, known for “Thinking Fast and Slow,” emphasized two modes of thinking – immediate reactions and slow, logical consideration. CISOs face balancing long-term risk management with rapid IT changes. While traditional systems require methodical security measures, modern applications demand automatic, fast responses. Managing risk effectively involves incorporating … Read more
May 10, 2024 at 11:22AM Transcript Summary: Episode: Dark Reading Confidential, Episode 1 Summary: The episode explores the evolving relationship between CISOs and the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC). Guests discuss the challenges faced by CISOs, the need for greater regulatory understanding of the cybersecurity landscape, and propose solutions such as a remediation safe harbor … Read more
May 6, 2024 at 06:29PM Prompt injection engineering in large language models (LLMs) poses a significant risk to organizations, as discussed during a CISO roundtable at RSA Conference in San Francisco. CISO Karthik Swarnam warns of inevitable incidents triggered by malicious prompting, urging companies to invest in training and establish boundaries for AI usage in … Read more
May 1, 2024 at 08:27AM Meta Platforms oversees Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram. LinkedIn, owned by Microsoft, operates semi-autonomously. Geoff Belknap is LinkedIn’s CISO, with a unique career journey from communications engineer to CISO. Meta’s CISO, Guy Rosen, had a different route, joining Facebook and transitioning to security. Both emphasize the importance of mentorship and team … Read more
April 9, 2024 at 07:54AM CISO Conversations with Nick McKenzie at Bugcrowd and Chris Evans at HackerOne delve into the diverse paths into CISO leadership, emphasizing adaptability and self-starting drive. Ultimate CISO attributes, their roles’ changing nature, and the challenges they face are discussed, exemplifying leadership, team building, and future-focused preparation in the cybersecurity world. … Read more
April 5, 2024 at 07:33AM Compliance requirements continuously evolve to address cybersecurity threats. CISOs’ perceptions of compliance vary based on factors like organization size, industry, and legal requirements. They seek strategies to mitigate the burden of compliance, but emphasize that being compliant does not guarantee security. Compliance can also serve as a business enabler, enabling … Read more
March 22, 2024 at 06:36PM Amazon Web Services CISO, Chris Betz, discusses generative AI as a time-saving tool with potential risks. Got it. It seems that Chris Betz discussed the dual nature of generative AI, highlighting its potential as a time-saving tool but also emphasizing its potential risks. Full Article
March 19, 2024 at 06:48AM In today’s digital era, cybersecurity has evolved from an IT concern to a critical aspect of corporate strategy. This necessitates a shift in communication by CISOs to highlight the strategic value of cybersecurity to the board. Various regulatory changes further emphasize the need for informed cybersecurity governance aligned with business … Read more