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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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Balancing data protection and clinical usability in healthcare

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Balancing data protection and clinical usability in healthcare 2025-04-02 at 08:01 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Aaron Weismann, CISO at Main Line Health, discusses the growing ransomware threat in healthcare and why the sector remains a prime target. He explains the difficulties of protecting patient information, securing legacy systems, and maintaining

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Generative AI Is reshaping financial fraud. Can security keep up?

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Generative AI Is reshaping financial fraud. Can security keep up? 2025-04-01 at 07:35 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Yinglian Xie, CEO at DataVisor, explains how evolving fraud tactics require adaptive, AI-driven prevention strategies. With fraudsters using generative AI to launch sophisticated attacks, financial institutions must adopt adaptive AI solutions to stay

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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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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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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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Building cyber resilience in banking: Expert insights on strategy, risk, and regulation

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Building cyber resilience in banking: Expert insights on strategy, risk, and regulation 2025-03-04 at 09:23 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Matthew Darlage, CISO at Citizens, discusses key strategies for strengthening cyber resilience in banks. He underlines that adherence to frameworks like NIST is essential for continuous improvement and that data protection

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Understanding the AI Act and its compliance challenges

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Understanding the AI Act and its compliance challenges 2025-02-28 at 08:03 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, David Dumont, Partner at Hunton Andrews Kurth, discusses the implications of the EU AI Act and how organizations can leverage existing GDPR frameworks while addressing new obligations such as conformity assessments and transparency requirements. Dumont

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Avoiding vendor lock-in when using managed cloud security services

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Avoiding vendor lock-in when using managed cloud security services 2025-02-25 at 08:05 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Marina Segal, CEO at Tamnoon, discusses the most significant obstacles when implementing managed cloud security in hybrid and multi-cloud environments. She shares insights on long onboarding times, legacy security gaps, vendor lock-in, and overlooked

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Man vs. machine: Striking the perfect balance in threat intelligence

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Man vs. machine: Striking the perfect balance in threat intelligence 2025-02-24 at 08:00 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Aaron Roberts, Director at Perspective Intelligence, discusses how automation is reshaping threat intelligence. He explains that while AI tools can process massive data sets, the nuanced judgment of experienced analysts remains critical. Roberts

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Mastering the cybersecurity tightrope of protection, detection, and response

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Mastering the cybersecurity tightrope of protection, detection, and response 2025-02-21 at 08:05 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Chester Wisniewski, Director and Global Field CISO at Sophos, discusses the shifting ransomware landscape, the risks posed by quantum decryption threats, and the role of vendor security validation. Wisniewski notes that cyber resilience is

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Unknown and unsecured: The risks of poor asset visibility

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Unknown and unsecured: The risks of poor asset visibility 2025-02-20 at 07:34 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Juliette Hudson, CTO of CybaVerse, discusses why asset visibility remains a critical cybersecurity challenge. She explains how to maintain security without slowing down operations, shares ways to improve visibility in OT environments, and explains

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The risks of autonomous AI in machine-to-machine interactions

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The risks of autonomous AI in machine-to-machine interactions 2025-02-18 at 08:03 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security, Oded Hareven, CEO of Akeyless Security, discusses how enterprises should adapt their cybersecurity strategies to address the growing need for machine-to-machine (M2M) security. According to Hareven, machine identities must be secured and governed similarly to human

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How CISOs can balance security and business agility in the cloud

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How CISOs can balance security and business agility in the cloud 2025-02-17 at 08:03 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Natalia Belaya, CISO at Cloudera, discusses common misconceptions about cloud security, the balance between protection and business agility, and overlooked risks that CISOs should prioritize. Belaya also offers practical strategies for integrating

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Arvest Bank CISO on building a strong cybersecurity culture in banking

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Arvest Bank CISO on building a strong cybersecurity culture in banking 2025-02-11 at 07:31 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Mike Calvi, CISO at Arvest Bank, discusses building a strong cybersecurity culture within the banking sector. He explains how leadership, effective reporting, and proactive engagement with associates are key in strengthening security.

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Political campaigns struggle to balance AI personalization and voter privacy

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Political campaigns struggle to balance AI personalization and voter privacy 2025-02-10 at 07:05 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security interview, Mateusz Łabuz, researcher at the IFSH, discusses the balance between using AI for personalized political campaigns and protecting voter privacy. Łabuz also discusses the potential of AI in fact-checking, the regulatory landscape, and

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