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    Cybercrime groups speed up initial access handoff through planning, coordination

    A report by Google Threat Intelligence Group also shows voice-based phishing has surged amid a rise in social engineering tactics.

    By • March 24, 2026
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    FCC bans import of consumer-grade routers amid national security concerns

    The decision follows years of escalating attacks against the U.S. from state-linked threat groups targeting routers and edge devices.

    By • Updated March 24, 2026
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    The Cybersecurity Skills Gap

    From AI to federal budget cuts, the nature of cybersecurity work is changing faster than ever.

    By Cybersecurity Dive staff
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    ISACs confront AI’s promise and peril for threat intelligence-sharing

    Any use of AI for ISAC work must preserve members’ trust, representatives of three critical infrastructure sectors said.

    By • March 23, 2026
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    Stryker confirms cyberattack is contained and restoration underway

    An assurance letter from Palo Alto Networks provides insight into the forensic investigation at the medical technology firm.

    By • March 23, 2026
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    Companies know AI is essential for cyber defense but aren’t yet seeing returns

    The maturity of organizations’ AI oversight also varies significantly, according to a new EY survey of cybersecurity leaders.

    By • March 20, 2026
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    Water utilities need hands-on cybersecurity help, not just free guidance, pilot program finds

    In a new report, Microsoft criticized the federal government for scaling back support to critical infrastructure operators.

    By • March 19, 2026
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    Threat groups target cyber-physical systems to disrupt critical infrastructure providers

    The Iran war has raised concerns that key industrial sectors could be the target of hacktivists, state actors and other groups.

    By • March 18, 2026
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    New research unpacks North Korea’s stealthy, sophisticated remote IT worker schemes

    The report recommends that businesses practice several forms of vigilance to avoid unwittingly hiring Pyongyang’s operatives.

    By • March 18, 2026
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    National cyber director expands on Trump administration’s vision for AI security, industry collaboration

    The government wants AI firms to embrace security, not see it as a barrier.

    By • Updated March 17, 2026
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    AI agent security: New governance framework shows progress, but critical gaps remain

    New AI security framework shows progress, but seven critical vulnerabilities still need your attention.

    March 16, 2026
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    5 ways to protect manufacturing companies from cyberattacks

    Manufacturing suffered the most cyberattacks of any industry last year. Experts have advice about hardening networks and avoiding common mistakes.

    By Jeffrey Kinney • March 12, 2026
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    Google completes $32B acquisition of Wiz

    The cloud security specialist will continue to operate under its own brand and across multiple platforms. 

    By • March 11, 2026
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    Industry to NIST: Keep agentic AI standards flexible and voluntary

    The business community said security guidance should reflect the nascency and diversity of the field.

    By • March 11, 2026
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    US entities face heightened cyber risk related to Iran war

    The military campaign against Iran is putting local governments, critical infrastructure providers and major U.S. companies at heightened risk of disruptive attacks.

    By • March 10, 2026
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    Trump administration will test infrastructure cybersecurity approaches in pilot program

    The government can’t rely on a “universal solution” to the challenges facing vital services, a top White House official said.

    By • March 9, 2026
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    Conflicting definitions and timelines cause cybersecurity regulation morass, industry reps say

    A recent Government Accountability Office report highlights businesses’ frustrations with the way the government currently oversees cybersecurity.

    By • March 9, 2026
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    4 best practices to get IAM implementation right the first time

    Many enterprises are ready to upgrade IAM—a security framework that controls who can access which systems, data, and applications within an organization. Here are the best practices to follow for a successful IAM implementation.

    March 9, 2026
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    How AI will impact security careers and what leaders should do about it

    Security professionals are optimistic about AI’s impact on their careers, but challenges remain.

    By Jennifer Cox, Director of Solutions Engineering, Tines • March 9, 2026
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    Trump’s new cybersecurity strategy makes promises but lacks details

    In a document released Friday, the administration vowed to increase the government’s use of AI for rapid cyber defense.

    By • March 6, 2026
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    HHS adds cybersecurity guidance to healthcare sector self-assessment tool

    Organizations can now use the online platform to test their readiness for digital security crises.

    By • March 6, 2026
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    Plankey’s nomination as CISA director now in jeopardy

    News that Sean Plankey has left his post at DHS comes amid rising risks to U.S. critical infrastructure from Iran-linked hackers and worries over a weakened CISA.

    By • Updated March 5, 2026
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    CrowdStrike reports record quarter amid investor concerns about AI impact

    CEO George Kurtz told investors the cybersecurity firm is well positioned to compete against legacy providers.

    By • March 4, 2026
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    Pro-Russia actors team with Iran-linked hackers in attacks

    The groups formed a loose alliance in recent days, targeting critical infrastructure in the Middle East and the U.S. 

    By • Updated March 3, 2026
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    How Microsoft, partners are tackling ‘huge, huge task’ of making security software safer

    The technology giant and third-party security vendors are plotting an ambitious overhaul of how their products interoperate.

    By • March 2, 2026
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    ResOps: The new operating model bridging security, identity and recovery

    Why 77% of enterprises lack AI security practices – and the new operating model bridging the gap.

    March 2, 2026