Data security strategies and governance
In this guide to enterprise data security strategies and governance, get advice on how to protect your enterprise information with the right data classification and protection techniques and policies.
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Free Guide: Root Causes of the Cybersecurity Skills Shortage
Our editorial director sat down with David Shearer, CEO of (ISC)², for a Q&A where they discussed what is (and isn’t) contributing to the cybersecurity skills shortage in the United States and how to fix the problem.
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March 29, 2019
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Study: Cybersecurity professionals taking on more data privacy duties
At the SecureWorld Boston conference, ISSA unveils data that shows cybersecurity professionals are taking on more data privacy duties. Experts sound off on what it signifies.
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March 25, 2019
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Mar'19
FEMA data exposure affects 2.3 million disaster victims
FEMA's data exposure is another high-profile example of accidental data disclosures -- a trend that has some security experts calling for more focus on failed security controls.
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March 22, 2019
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Mar'19
Hundreds of millions of Facebook passwords exposed internally
Facebook learned three months ago that hundreds of millions of passwords were stored internally in plaintext, but it didn't disclose the issue or notify users until the news leaked.
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March 05, 2019
05
Mar'19
Container security tools turn heads with expansion to hosts
Vendors that sell container security tools now face off against traditional security tool providers, as both vie for the attention of IT pros who look to fortify their cloud-native infrastructure.
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information security (infosec)
Information security (infosec) is a set of strategies for managing the processes, tools and policies necessary to prevent, detect, document and counter threats to digital and non-digital information. Continue Reading
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How to perform an ICS risk assessment in an industrial facility
An important step to secure an industrial facility is performing an ICS risk assessment. Expert Ernie Hayden outlines the process and why each step matters. Continue Reading
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steganography
Steganography (pronounced STEHG-uh-NAH-gruhf-ee, from Greek steganos, or "covered," and graphie, or "writing") is the hiding of a secret message within an ordinary message and the extraction of it at its destination. Continue Reading
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Top 5 reasons for a zero trust approach to network security
As network perimeters disintegrate and enterprises adopt cloud computing, discover the top reasons organizations are opting for a zero trust approach to network security. Continue Reading
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Zero-trust security model primer: What, why and how
What exactly is a zero-trust security model? This primer explains the basics about the philosophy behind how designing a security architecture strictly limits access to all, not just outsiders. Continue Reading
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Can a zero-trust approach fill the security perimeter void?
With the enterprise perimeter a mere memory, how can enterprises hope to secure their mission-critical data and systems? Continue Reading
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Key steps to put your zero-trust security plan into action
There are three key categories of vendor zero-trust products. Learn what they are, and how to evaluate and implement the one that's best for your company. Continue Reading
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CISO tackles banking cybersecurity and changing roles
Over the course of his career in security, Thomas Hill has held varied positions that inform his views on both technological specifics and strategic roles in modern corporations. Continue Reading
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How does site isolation defend against Spectre vulnerabilities?
Spectre exploits how processors manage performance-enhancing features. Expert Michael Cobb explains Google Chrome's initiative to use site isolation as a defense mechanism. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Data security strategies and governance Issues
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A look at security threats to critical infrastructure
Threats to critical infrastructure, like Operation Sharpshooter, should motivate CI sectors to take cybersecurity seriously. Learn about the threats and how to defend against them. Continue Reading
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DHS-led agency works to visualize, share cyber-risk information
A Department of Homeland Security initiative strives to improve cybersecurity information sharing between the public and private sector, but familiar challenges remain. Continue Reading
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What is a port scan attack?
Cyberattacks often begin with a port scan attack, which attackers use to find exploitable vulnerabilities on targeted systems. Learn how they work and how to defend against them. Continue Reading