March 12, 2024 at 11:32PM HUD used RPA and AI/ML to address operational challenges during US government shutdowns and legacy system rigidity. They automated housing contract monitoring with RPA, overcoming legacy system constraints, and utilized AI/ML to understand federal regulation impacts on procurement and HR, identifying and addressing bottlenecks in these processes. This digital transformation … Read more
March 6, 2024 at 08:31AM SecurityWeek will host the AI Risk Summit on June 25-26, 2024, at the Ritz-Carlton in Half Moon Bay, CA. The summit brings together industry experts to discuss the risks of deploying AI tools, adversarial use of AI technology, compliance and regulations, and cybersecurity. Registration is open with a discounted rate … Read more
March 6, 2024 at 05:15AM Material Security has launched Data Protection for Google Drive, enabling Google Workspace administrators to efficiently safeguard sensitive information and manage sharing permissions. With a powerful data platform, Material Security offers advanced scanning, access control, and automated remediation to address security risks without hindering productivity. Schedule a personal demo to see … Read more
February 29, 2024 at 10:01AM Security teams face increasing challenges with managing risk as code and cloud assets continue to sprawl, leading to a surge in vulnerabilities and longer remediation times. Mean time to remediate (MTTR) emerges as a crucial metric for gauging security success, requiring organizations to streamline vulnerability management and prioritize high-risk issues … Read more
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
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
February 23, 2024 at 12:29PM Corporate directors and security teams are under pressure to comply with the SEC’s new cybersecurity regulations. Woodruff Sawyer’s David Anderson warns that mishandling PII could lead to costly claims, potentially rivaling ransomware attacks. Privacy issues, including pixel-tracking claims and GDPR violations, are becoming a top concern for cyber insurance underwriters. … Read more
February 15, 2024 at 08:29AM Due to increased SEC regulations, companies are under pressure to enhance transparency and speed up breach disclosure in cybersecurity reporting. Boards are demanding more rigorous tracking of KPIs and KRIs, operational metrics, and asset and security performance indicators. The book, “The Cyber Savvy Boardroom,” co-authored by Homaira Akbari and Shamla … Read more
February 15, 2024 at 06:35AM Wing Security’s analysis of 493 SaaS-using companies in Q4 2023 reveals the significance of SaaS-related risks following 2023’s cyber attacks. The report underlines the need for SaaS security measures, highlights common SaaS risks, and emphasizes the growing threat of supply chain attacks. It concludes with 8 ways to mitigate SaaS … Read more
February 13, 2024 at 07:39AM Fitch Ratings reports a 178% increase in cyber insurance premium costs from 2017 to 2022, with a 51% rise in 2022. As insurers adjust pricing and clients bolster cybersecurity measures, costs are expected to stabilize. Lloyd’s of London and Munich Re emphasize the need for stronger security measures, outlining twelve … Read more