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Box CEO on the ‘perfect storm’ of challenges in cybersecurity
“These are very, very complicated, dynamic, chaotic times on the security front,” Aaron Levie said.
By Matt Kapko • Jan. 31, 2023 -
Opinion
Why CISOs should prioritize DEI initiatives in 2023
Different mindsets can bring new and better solutions to the table that can mitigate advanced cyberthreats, Google Cloud’s director of the office of the CISO writes.
By MK Palmore • Jan. 13, 2023 -
Trendline
The Cybersecurity Dive Outlook on 2021
Last year, what security experts long cautioned could happen came to fruition — a supply chain attack unleashed a wave of compromises. Now, stakeholders have to ask, what technology can businesses trust?
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Surging cyberthreats, data concerns remain top dispute risks for organizations
A survey from Baker McKenzie shows a heightened risk of legal challenges amid a rise in sophisticated cyberattacks, along with concerns about the regulatory response.
By David Jones • Jan. 12, 2023 -
T-Mobile CSO: One wrong decision can wreak havoc
Adversaries attacked a T-Mobile honeypot 65 million times a day, Timothy Youngblood recalls.
By Matt Kapko • Jan. 11, 2023 -
The cybersecurity talent shortage: The outlook for 2023
The available potential workforce isn’t keeping pace with demand, and experts blame a lack of interest from young people entering the job market.
By Sue Poremba • Jan. 5, 2023 -
National Cyber Director eyes retirement: report
The inaugural cybersecurity chief at the White House assumed the role in June 2021 following a nearly three decade career at the NSA.
By Matt Kapko • Dec. 22, 2022 -
Incident responders brace for end-of-year cyber scaries
Fears of the next SolarWinds or Log4j-style incident hitting over the holidays have some cybersecurity experts on edge.
By Matt Kapko • Dec. 19, 2022 -
Apple CIO steps down from Rackspace board citing new job duties
Rackspace announced additional management changes while it recovers from a ransomware attack on its Hosted Exchange business.
By David Jones • Dec. 19, 2022 -
Rackspace executives stand by ransomware response
Chief Product Officer Josh Prewitt said the company restored email access to more than three-quarters of its Hosted Exchange customers. But Rackspace officials pushed back on alleged connections to ProxyNotShell.
By David Jones • Dec. 16, 2022 -
CISOs are becoming more technical
CISO roles lack consistency, reflecting unique enterprise needs. Yet, the job’s focus is not narrowing anytime soon.
By Matt Kapko • Dec. 15, 2022 -
Opinion
How to upgrade cybersecurity awareness training
Phishing attacks are not always as obvious as a direct message from someone pretending to be Elon Musk asking you to buy cryptocurrency. To better equip employees, cyber training needs an upgrade.
By James Karimi • Dec. 12, 2022 -
7 of this year’s biggest cybersecurity stories
From vendor evolution to the long-term effects of high-profile attacks, the cybersecurity industry is rapidly evolving. Take a look at our top stories to understand just how much has changed.
By Naomi Eide • Dec. 5, 2022 -
The top security and tech conferences to attend in 2023
From pure-play security to leadership events, here are some of the must-attend events for strategy-minded executives next year.
By Roberto Torres • Nov. 29, 2022 -
Security awareness training needs a revamp
Too often security training is seen as a negative experience and a time to reprimand those who make security gaffes. But old strategies aren’t working. It’s time for a redo.
By Sue Poremba • Nov. 22, 2022 -
McDonald’s to launch cybersecurity apprenticeship program
The restaurant chain's initiative is among nearly 200 registered apprenticeships programs approved or under development as part of the White House's Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Sprint.
By Lindsey Wilkinson • Nov. 16, 2022 -
CISA’s K-12 cyber education program goes nationwide
Cyber.org Range will introduce students to cybersecurity concepts and prepare them for intermediate-level jobs in a severely understaffed industry.
By Matt Kapko • Nov. 9, 2022 -
Sponsored by Regis University
How one Regis graduate earned his master’s degree — and got his life back on track
Phillip Coffman persevered through mental health issues and homelessness, then worked to get his life back on track with graduate school. He discovered Regis University, and built himself back up with a master’s in cybersecurity.
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CommonSpirit taps new CIO with military background after cyberattack
NewYork-Presbyterian’s Daniel Barchi will take the new position starting Monday, just one month after the hospital chain suffered a high-profile ransomware attack.
By Samantha Liss • Nov. 2, 2022 -
Microsoft security business surges as cloud segment hit by slumping economy
Higher energy costs and the macro economic slowdown is impacting the company’s cloud segment, while it continues to grow its enterprise security business.
By David Jones • Oct. 26, 2022 -
Becoming a CISO: Tips on how to approach the first few months on the job
Start with building a team and identifying key stakeholders. Then, once your team is together, toss out everything you planned to do.
By Sue Poremba • Oct. 24, 2022 -
How an Ohio district is cracking the code on cybersecurity training
In Lakota Local Schools, a high school cybersecurity program gives students the opportunity to graduate into college programs and good-paying jobs.
By Lauren Barack • Oct. 21, 2022 -
Cyber defense is not IT’s job alone, CISA CTO says
While tech executives must provide critical tools and procedures to lower cyber risk, the whole organization is responsible for fending off attackers.
By Roberto Torres • Oct. 19, 2022 -
Uber ex-CSO verdict raises thorny issues of cyber governance and transparency
The former chief security officer of the ride-sharing firm is seen by many as a scapegoat for an unsupervised and unaccountable corporate culture.
By David Jones • Oct. 19, 2022 -
Struggling to find cyber pros? Look to your network admins
Network knowledge and skills are central to cyber. Certification programs provide a direct route from systems to security.
By Matt Ashare • Oct. 18, 2022 -
Tenable’s CIO pushes resource optimization as company pursues $1B in revenue
Technology veteran Patricia Grant is joining the cybersecurity company amid sustained industry growth. Her challenge now is to help Tenable scale.
By Lindsey Wilkinson • Oct. 13, 2022