February 22, 2024 at 10:28AM Cyber extortion reached a new peak in early 2023. Businesses face rising cyberattacks, especially targeting sensitive data holders like banks and hospitals. Financially motivated cybercriminals exploit victims’ willingness to pay. Brands must respond transparently to incidents. It is critical for boards to elevate cybersecurity, audit sensitive information, update incident response … Read more
February 5, 2024 at 10:22AM Data security remains a top challenge for businesses, with a rise in vulnerabilities and cyberattacks. The SEC’s new rules for publicly traded companies aim to address this, but threat actors are finding ways to exploit them, as seen in a recent ransomware incident. Public companies must prioritize cybersecurity, have robust … Read more
February 4, 2024 at 12:19PM The article emphasizes the importance of measuring the effectiveness of vulnerability management programs using the right metrics and analytics. It highlights key metrics to track, such as scan coverage, average time to fix, risk score, issues, and attack surface monitoring. Proper measurement enables informed decision-making, resource allocation, and improved security … Read more
October 26, 2023 at 12:21PM The US cybersecurity agency CISA and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have released a cybersecurity toolkit for healthcare and public health organizations. The toolkit provides guidance on cyber hygiene, threat landscape, best practices, and offers risk assessment tools and recommended resources. It also suggests accessing grants and … Read more