September 4, 2024 at 10:03AM CISOs struggle to communicate cyber-risk effectively to leadership due to competing priorities and ineffective tools. As data breaches become more expensive, clear risk communication is crucial. A recommended solution is the proximity resilience graph, translating cyber-risk into a compelling visual narrative that enhances risk comprehension and engagement for leadership. This … Read more
August 16, 2024 at 10:06AM Ransomware attacks are on the rise not due to increased sophistication, but because many large enterprises lack adequate cybersecurity resilience. The lack of ransomware resilience can be attributed to organizations not implementing foundational practices and failing to verify and validate their effectiveness over time. Focusing on recommitting to basic practices, … Read more
July 8, 2024 at 07:21AM The cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve, with businesses facing increasing threats. Effective communication between CISOs and the board is crucial for managing cyber risks. CISOs must justify their cybersecurity budget, master risk reporting, celebrate security achievements, collaborate with other teams, and focus on critical security risks to bridge the communication … Read more
April 16, 2024 at 07:27AM Organizations are facing growing cybersecurity threats due to the increasing use of cloud services and remote work arrangements. The Identity Underground Report highlights the challenges and vulnerabilities in managing digital identities, uncovering concerning statistics such as insecure password practices and overlooked service accounts. Proactive measures like Multi-Factor Authentication are crucial … 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
October 30, 2023 at 10:04AM A study reveals that only 12% of S&P 500 companies have board directors with relevant cyber credentials, highlighting a lack of expertise in keeping organizations secure. The SEC has implemented federal compliance for cybersecurity, and boards need to engage with their company’s CISOs to bridge the knowledge gap. Introducing CISOs … Read more