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From likes to leaks: How social media presence impacts corporate security

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From likes to leaks: How social media presence impacts corporate security 2025-04-10 at 08:07 By Help Net Security From a psychological standpoint, we all crave attention, and likes and comments fuel that need, encouraging us to share even more on social media. In the corporate world, this risk grows exponentially because it’s not just our […]

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Why CISOs are doubling down on cyber crisis simulations

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Why CISOs are doubling down on cyber crisis simulations 2025-04-09 at 09:03 By Mirko Zorz Cyber threats aren’t going away, and CISOs know prevention isn’t enough. Being ready to respond is just as important. Cyber crisis simulations offer a way to test that readiness. They let teams walk through real-world scenarios in a controlled setting,

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Transforming cybersecurity into a strategic business enabler

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Transforming cybersecurity into a strategic business enabler 2025-04-09 at 08:20 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Kevin Serafin, CISO at Ecolab, discusses aligning security strategy with long-term business goals, building strong partnerships across the organization, and approaching third-party risk with agility. How do you define cyber risk within your organization’s overall enterprise

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CISOs battle security platform fatigue

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CISOs battle security platform fatigue 2025-04-07 at 08:31 By Mirko Zorz It starts with good intentions. A tool to stop phishing. Another to monitor endpoints. One more for cloud workloads. Soon, a well-meaning CISO finds themselves managing dozens of products across teams, each with its own dashboard, alerts, and licensing headaches. Welcome to the age

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The shift to identity-first security and why it matters

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The shift to identity-first security and why it matters 2025-04-07 at 08:10 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Arun Shrestha, CEO at BeyondID, discusses how AI is transforming secure access management for both attackers and defenders. He discusses the shift toward identity-first security, and the role of contextual and continuous authentication in

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Forward-thinking CISOs are shining a light on shadow IT

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Forward-thinking CISOs are shining a light on shadow IT 2025-04-04 at 08:32 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Curtis Simpson, CISO and Chief Advocacy Officer at Armis, discusses how CISOs can balance security and innovation while managing the risks of shadow IT. Rather than focusing on restrictive policies, fostering proactive partnerships with

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Building a cybersecurity strategy that survives disruption

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Building a cybersecurity strategy that survives disruption 2025-04-03 at 08:14 By Mirko Zorz Cybersecurity isn’t what it used to be. Attackers are moving quicker, disruptions happen all the time, and many security plans built for more predictable times just can’t keep up. With everything from ransomware to geopolitical threats to cloud slip-ups hitting companies, there’s

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Why global tensions are a cybersecurity problem for every business

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Why global tensions are a cybersecurity problem for every business 2025-04-01 at 09:03 By Mirko Zorz With global tensions climbing, cyber attacks linked to nation-states and their allies are becoming more common, sophisticated, and destructive. For organizations, cybersecurity can’t be treated as separate from world events anymore, they’re closely connected. Conflict between countries is spilling

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Cybersecurity spending set to jump 12.2% in 2025

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Cybersecurity spending set to jump 12.2% in 2025 2025-03-28 at 08:07 By Help Net Security Global cybersecurity spending is expected to grow by 12.2% in 2025, according to the latest forecast from the IDC Worldwide Security Spending Guide. The rise in cyber threats is pushing organizations to invest more in their defenses. AI tools are

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The hidden costs of security tool bloat and how to fix it

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The hidden costs of security tool bloat and how to fix it 2025-03-27 at 08:07 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Shane Buckley, President and CEO at Gigamon, discusses why combating tool bloat is a top priority for CISOs as they face tighter budgets and expanding security stacks. Buckley shares insights on

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Cyber insurance isn’t always what it seems

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Cyber insurance isn’t always what it seems 2025-03-27 at 07:39 By Mirko Zorz Many companies think cyber insurance will protect them from financial losses after an attack. But many policies have gaps. Some claims get denied. Others cover less than expected. CISOs must understand the risks before an attack happens. Misconceptions about cyber insurance Myth:

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A CISO’s guide to securing AI models

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A CISO’s guide to securing AI models 2025-03-26 at 08:05 By Help Net Security In AI applications, machine learning (ML) models are the core decision-making engines that drive predictions, recommendations, and autonomous actions. Unlike traditional IT applications, which rely on predefined rules and static algorithms, ML models are dynamic—they develop their own internal patterns and

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The vCISO Academy: Transforming MSPs and MSSPs into cybersecurity powerhouses

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The vCISO Academy: Transforming MSPs and MSSPs into cybersecurity powerhouses 2025-03-25 at 16:13 By Help Net Security By now, it’s no secret—cyber threats are on the rise, and the need for strong cybersecurity is greater than ever. Globally small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are prime targets for cyberattacks, yet many can’t afford a full-time Chief

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Cloud providers aren’t delivering on security promises

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Cloud providers aren’t delivering on security promises 2025-03-24 at 07:03 By Help Net Security Security concerns around cloud environments has prompted 44% of CISOs to change cloud service provider, according to Arctic Wolf. This is being driven by the fact that 24% don’t believe their cloud environment is secure, and 43% think cloud service providers

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5 pitfalls that can delay cyber incident response and recovery

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5 pitfalls that can delay cyber incident response and recovery 2025-03-20 at 08:35 By Help Net Security The responsibility of cyber incident response falls squarely on the shoulders of the CISO. And many CISOs invest heavily in technical response procedures, tabletop exercises and theoretical plans only to find out that when an actual breach strikes

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How healthcare CISOs can balance security and accessibility without compromising care

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How healthcare CISOs can balance security and accessibility without compromising care 2025-03-20 at 08:35 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Sunil Seshadri, EVP and CSO at HealthEquity, talks about the growing risks to healthcare data and what organizations can do to stay ahead. He shares insights on vendor management, zero trust, and

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Most organizations change policies to reduce CISO liability risk

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Most organizations change policies to reduce CISO liability risk 2025-03-19 at 18:15 By Help Net Security 93% of organizations made policy changes over the preceding 12 months to address concerns about increased personal liability for CISOs, according to Fastly. This includes two in five organizations (41%) increasing CISO participation in strategic decisions at the board

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Moving beyond checkbox security for true resilience

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Moving beyond checkbox security for true resilience 2025-03-19 at 08:13 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, William Booth, director, ATT&CK Evaluations at MITRE, discusses how CISOs can integrate regulatory compliance with proactive risk management, prioritize spending based on threat-informed assessments, and address overlooked vulnerabilities like shadow IT and software supply chain risks.

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How financial institutions can minimize their attack surface

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How financial institutions can minimize their attack surface 2025-03-18 at 08:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Sunil Mallik, CISO of Discover Financial Services, discusses cybersecurity threats for financial institutions. He also shares insights on balancing compliance with agility, lessons from regulatory audits, and Discover’s approach to risk management and workforce development.

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Quantifying cyber risk strategies to resonate with CFOs and boards

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Quantifying cyber risk strategies to resonate with CFOs and boards 2025-03-14 at 17:02 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Mir Kashifuddin, Data Risk & Privacy Leader at PwC, discusses how CISOs can translate cyber risk into business value and secure a more strategic role within their organizations. He explains that aligning cybersecurity

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