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    What to expect from Democrats’ cybersecurity agenda in Congress

    From CISA to AI and beyond, the new Democratic majority has many opportunities to scrutinize government programs and push new policies.

    By • Nov. 5, 2026
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    Companies spend more on cybersecurity but still struggle with AI oversight

    Shadow AI remains a persistent problem, even as IT and security budgets grow, according to a new report.

    By • Nov. 4, 2026
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    Managing and securing identity sprawl

    Cyber threat actors know the simplest way to hack into an enterprise and remain under the radar is with stolen, legitimate user credentials -- and AI is making managing and securing digital identities more challenging than ever.

    By Cybersecurity Dive staff
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    AI threats create urgent need to renew cybersecurity information-sharing law, businesses tell Congress

    Leading infrastructure-operator associations want lawmakers to renew the program for another 10 years.

    By • Nov. 3, 2026
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    As the White House touts its AI task force, CISA is conspicuously missing

    Without the cybersecurity agency, the new group could stumble as it tries to work with critical infrastructure operators on AI security, experts said.

    By • Nov. 2, 2026
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    Top cybersecurity conferences to attend in 2027

    AI, global conflict and supply chain security are likely to be top of mind at many of the year’s big events.

    By , • Oct. 30, 2026
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    JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs underscore security in AI plans

    “This is one of the most important times to make sure you are appropriately balancing risk and innovation,” said JPMorgan Chase Global CIO Lori Beer.

    By Makenzie Holland • Oct. 29, 2026
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    Insurance industry fears potential impacts from PHP2Shell

    A systemic cyber event could lead to billions of dollars in claims that exceed current risk models.

    By • Updated Oct. 29, 2026
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    US launches program to deliver free cybersecurity help to rural hospitals

    Small and rural healthcare organizations are among the most vulnerable critical infrastructure organizations in the nation.

    By • Oct. 27, 2026
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    CISA promises proactive defense in new strategic plan

    The beleaguered agency, still recovering from major workforce cuts, promised to deepen partnerships and stay ahead of evolving threats.

    By • Oct. 26, 2026
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    Security anchors a modern hybrid sovereign architecture

    Discover how a hybrid sovereign architecture helps secure AI, protect critical data and meet evolving compliance demands.

    By Sue Poremba • Oct. 26, 2026
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    Large businesses’ cybersecurity insurance claims are now less frequent but more expensive

    AI-powered attacks and hidden supply-chain weaknesses are making insurers’ work more difficult, according to a new report.

    By • Oct. 23, 2026
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    AI security hiring focuses on red-teaming, SOC orchestration and governance

    Roles mitigating AI deepfakes and overseeing post-quantum encryption rollouts are on the horizon, according to the SANS Institute.

    By • Oct. 20, 2026
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    Boards confident on cybersecurity, AI oversight, but tech changes outpace readiness

    Nearly half of corporate directors think board members need cybersecurity expertise, a new survey found.

    By • Oct. 19, 2026
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    Q-day is coming: How to prepare for post-quantum security challenges

    Q-day is coming. Discover how to prepare your IT infrastructure for post-quantum security challenges.

    By Sue Poremba • Oct. 19, 2026
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    Hybrid mesh firewalls: Distributed security enforcement for a self-driving network

    Can traditional firewalls keep up with today's distributed enterprise? Discover how hybrid mesh firewalls close security gaps without slowing networks.

    Oct. 19, 2026
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    Open-source security rests on understanding risks, scaling fixes

    Developers should coordinate security work to make the most of their interconnected ecosystem, IBM said in a new report.

    By • Oct. 16, 2026
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    Thousands of refrigerator devices remain exposed following French cyberattack

    The investigation points to a much wider risk for industrial systems across the globe.

    By • Updated Oct. 15, 2026
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    Internet exposure of AI tools, ICS devices continues to grow

    Vulnerability disclosures and hacking campaigns haven’t made much of a dent in the amount of important infrastructure left online, a new report found.

    By • Oct. 15, 2026
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    Businesses need more integrated risk management to counter cyberattacks, AI-powered fraud

    Risks are growing at a time when companies rely more than ever on vendors for cybersecurity, according to a new report.

    By • Oct. 13, 2026
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    What the C-suite needs to know about AI governance

    As AI adoption surges, executives are learning tough lessons about security, oversight and accountability.

    By • Oct. 8, 2026
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    US government lagging in transition to post-quantum encryption, GAO finds

    Auditors warned that agencies risked leaving sensitive data exposed to future decryption attacks.

    By • Oct. 8, 2026
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    US cyber resilience, oversight tested in series of attacks

    Attacks targeting key industrial sites and unforced errors among leading AI companies are raising alarm bells.

    By • Oct. 6, 2026
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    White House AI task force faces expertise, partnership challenges

    The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is nowhere to be seen in the government’s latest AI security project.

    By • Oct. 5, 2026
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    Defending against AI-fueled cyberattacks requires focus on identity, data governance, Microsoft says

    The company’s latest report previews how AI is changing threat activity, including by automating ransomware attacks.

    By • Oct. 2, 2026
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    SOC staffers generally pleased with AI’s impact, but worries remain

    AI is likely to eliminate some entry-level SOC roles, a survey found, It is also creating opportunities to develop more strategic skills.

    By • Oct. 1, 2026