How cybercriminals target energy companies 15/06/2023 at 07:34 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Jim Simpson, Director of Threat Intelligence at Searchlight Cyber, discusses how cybercriminals employ specialized strategies when targeting energy companies. This is primarily due to the sensitive and valuable information these organizations hold and their critical role in […]
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Enhancing security team capabilities in tough economic times 14/06/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security According to ESG, 70% of cybersecurity pros expect budget cuts or freezes this year, which, in turn, will trigger project delays and greater vendor scrutiny. Understaffing and low budgets are ever-present challenges, but security teams are uniquely affected by alert
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Quantum computing’s threat to national security 13/06/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Denis Mandich, CTO at Qrypt, talks about quantum computing. If we thought AI turned security and privacy on their head, quantum computing will break how we encrypt data today and risk revealing sensitive data of citizens,
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Building a culture of security awareness in healthcare begins with leadership 12/06/2023 at 07:35 By Mirko Zorz With the rise of modern trends such as cloud computing and remote work, healthcare institutions strive to balance accessibility, convenience, and robust security. In this Help Net Security interview, Ken Briggs, General Counsel at Salucro, discusses how fostering
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CIOs prioritize new technologies over tech stack optimization 08/06/2023 at 06:00 By Help Net Security Despite economic headwinds and IT budget challenges, the world’s CIOs are bullish about the power of technology to deliver value for their organizations, according to Lenovo. Innovation investment concerns among CIOs Despite their optimism, the risks are real, as 83%
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Generative AI’s influence on data governance and compliance 06/06/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Michael Rinehart, VP of Artificial Intelligence at Securiti.ai, discusses a dark side to generative AI that isn’t talked about enough. Organizations must remember that anything that goes into the learning process can never be
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CISOs focus more on business strategy than threat research 06/06/2023 at 06:39 By Help Net Security CISOs and ITDMs (IT security decision-makers) continue to be most occupied with business, IT and security program strategy, but they are spending less time on threat research, awareness and hunting compared to 2022, according to Nuspire. The ever-evolving cybersecurity
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Katie Boswell on AI security and women’s rise in cybersecurity 05/06/2023 at 05:45 By Help Net Security Katie Boswell spent years on the front lines securing the most critical national infrastructure in energy and life sciences. Yet, earlier in her career, she was told that senior leadership was not for her if she planned on
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Introducing the book: Cybersecurity First Principles 02/06/2023 at 07:42 By Mirko Zorz In this Help Net Security video interview, Rick Howard, CSO of N2K, Chief Analyst, and Senior Fellow at the Cyberwire, discusses his book – Cybersecurity First Principles: A Reboot of Strategy and Tactics. In the book, Howard challenges the conventional wisdom of current
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How defense contractors can move from cybersecurity to cyber resilience 02/06/2023 at 07:42 By Help Net Security As the world’s most powerful military and economic power, the United States also holds another, less impressive distinction: Cyber threat actors target the US more than any other country in the world. In 2022 alone, the FBI received
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Disaster recovery challenges enterprise CISOs face 01/06/2023 at 07:20 By Help Net Security An essential aspect of organizational operations is effectively responding to and returning from a disruptive event, commonly called disaster recovery. The primary objective of DR techniques is to restore the utilization of crucial systems and IT infrastructure following a disaster. To proactively
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Fighting ransomware: Perspectives from cybersecurity professionals 01/06/2023 at 06:32 By Help Net Security Ransomware has become an ever-present threat to individuals, businesses, and even entire nations. In this Help Net Security round-up, we present parts of previously recorded videos from experts in the field that shed light on the pressing ransomware issues. Complete videos David
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Managing mental health in cybersecurity 31/05/2023 at 07:01 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Jason Lewkowicz, Chief Services Officer at Optiv, discusses mental health in cybersecurity, which needs more attention. There is a confluence of factors – from the cybersecurity talent shortage and reductions in force to volatile financial markets and
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The root causes of API incidents and data breaches 30/05/2023 at 07:40 By Help Net Security API calls make up the majority of our digital lives. Take, for example, the everyday use of a cloud-based food delivery app, which could involve up to 25 API calls. Between the order being placed, transmission to the restaurant,
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CISO-approved strategies for software supply chain security 29/05/2023 at 08:48 By Help Net Security Integrating proprietary and open-source code, APIs, user interfaces, application behavior, and deployment workflows creates an intricate composition in modern applications. Any vulnerabilities within this software supply chain can jeopardize your and your customers’ safety. In this Help Net Security video, Tim
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Strengthening travel safety protocols with ISO 31030 26/05/2023 at 07:20 By Help Net Security In this Help Net Security video, Tracy Reinhold, Chief Security Officer at Everbridge, talks about ISO 31030, the officially recognized International Standard for travel risk management, guiding how to manage risks to organizations and travelers. The global pandemic has been the
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How smart bots are infecting and exploiting the internet 25/05/2023 at 07:15 By Help Net Security According to Imperva, bad bot traffic grew to 30.2%, a 2.5% increase over 2021. In this Help Net Security video, Lynn Marks, Senior Product Manager at Imperva, discusses malicious bot activity. This is a substantial threat for businesses, leading
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CISO-level tips for securing corporate data in the cloud 24/05/2023 at 07:17 By Help Net Security The presence of each third-party application increases the potential for attacks, particularly when end users install them without proper oversight or approval. IT security teams face challenges in obtaining comprehensive knowledge about the apps connected to their corporate SaaS
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Gap between OT security assumptions and reality 23/05/2023 at 07:02 By Help Net Security In the fast-evolving landscape of technology and connectivity, ensuring the security of operational technology (OT) systems has become a paramount concern for organizations worldwide. In this Help Net Security video, Daniel Bren, CEO at OTORIO, discusses a significant discrepancy between how
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How continuous security monitoring is changing the compliance game 22/05/2023 at 07:01 By Help Net Security Managing compliance doesn’t have to be draining, time-consuming, or overly complicated. In this Help Net Security video, Wesley Van Zyl, Senior Manager, Compliance Success at Scytale, discusses how keeping track of all your security controls can be challenging, particularly
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