Deconstructing Security Assumptions to Ensure Future Resilience

July 8, 2024 at 10:06AM The text discusses the need to build resilience in the face of unforeseen cybersecurity threats by stress-testing fundamental assumptions. It outlines steps to identify and mitigate risks in scenarios where assumptions may become invalid, such as the future erosion of enterprise structures and the shift of data generation to non-human … Read more

RSA Conference 2024 – Announcements Summary (Day 3)

May 9, 2024 at 05:18AM The 2024 RSA Conference in San Francisco featured numerous product and service announcements. Highlights from the third day include AuditBoard’s InfoSec Solutions enhancements, Cado Security’s forensic investigations in distroless container environments, and CrowdStrike and NinjaOne’s partnership for endpoint protection. CyberSaint, Cyolo, ForAllSecure, Netcraft, OpenText, SentinelOne, and Skyhigh Security also introduced … Read more

Addressing Risk Caused by Innovation

April 29, 2024 at 10:00AM Businesses urgently adopt new technology to meet customer demands, but this poses cybersecurity risks. A proactive approach integrating cybersecurity defenses with new technology implementation is essential. CEOs invest in AI and cloud solutions to enhance customer experience but often neglect cybersecurity, leaving businesses and customers vulnerable. Integrated cybersecurity measures improve … Read more

NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0: 4 Steps To Get Started

March 1, 2024 at 02:33PM The latest draft of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework introduces significant changes, including a new “Govern” function and expanded best practices. Organizations must assess the impact on their cybersecurity programs and consider factors such as supply chain security. Utilizing NIST resources, discussing the “Govern” function with leadership, and re-evaluating vendor support … Read more

NIST updates Cybersecurity Framework after a decade of lessons

February 27, 2024 at 01:50PM NIST has released version 2.0 of its Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), expanding its scope to offer security tips for all organizations. Newly introduced resources include quick-start guides, implementation examples, and a new core risk management function called “govern.” NIST plans to continue enhancing the framework and encourages users to share feedback … Read more

NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 Officially Released

February 27, 2024 at 06:45AM NIST released Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0, now applicable to all organizations regardless of size or sector. The update introduces the govern function to enhance risk management. CSF 2.0 provides resources, implementation examples, and a reference catalog. It supports National Cybersecurity Strategy and emphasizes ICS/OT cybersecurity. The suite of customizable resources … Read more

CISA, HHS Release Cybersecurity Healthcare Toolkit

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

A Cybersecurity Framework for Mitigating Risks to Satellite Systems

October 25, 2023 at 10:07AM Satellite systems play a critical role in communication, weather monitoring, navigation, and more, but they face numerous threats to their security and integrity. To address these challenges, a robust cybersecurity framework is needed, utilizing the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) steps: identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover. It is important to … Read more

Strengthening Oman’s Economic Backbone

October 24, 2023 at 01:03PM In 2020, Oman United Insurance Company SAOG experienced a ransomware attack, resulting in the loss of data. However, they were able to recover the data thanks to a robust backup system. Despite this incident, Oman’s cybersecurity stance improved in 2020 compared to the previous year, with a decrease in confirmed … Read more