Information security policies, procedures and guidelines
Browse the articles and tips in this section for the latest information on how to create, manage and implement effective information security policies, procedures and guidelines, such as acceptable use, device and remote access policies.
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3 Ways SOAR Can Combat the Cybersecurity Skills Shortage
What are some of the strategies that your organization has implemented to help combat the cybersecurity skills gap? Mike Chapple, senior director of IT at University of Notre Dame explains how log processing, threat intelligence and account lifecycle management can help alleviate the shortage of qualified pros and have teams work smarter, not harder.
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August 07, 2019
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Black Hat 2019 keynote: Software teams must own security
In the keynote for Black Hat 2019, Square's Dino Dai Zovi emphasizes security as a collaborative effort by all software teams that relies on communication, automation and feedback.
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August 05, 2019
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Aug'19
BlackBerry Intelligent Security enables flexible security policy
BlackBerry launched a new unified endpoint management platform, BlackBerry Intelligent Security, which changes security policies by calculating user risk.
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June 20, 2019
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Jun'19
Gartner: Application security programs coming up short
At the 2019 Gartner Security and Risk Management Summit, experts discussed how enterprise application security efforts are falling short and what can be done about it.
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May 28, 2019
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May'19
Cylance CSO: Let's name and shame failed security controls
Malcolm Harkins, the chief security and trust officer at BlackBerry Cylance, says security controls that don't live up to their billing should be taking more blame for data breaches.
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity is the protection of internet-connected systems, including hardware, software and data, from cyberattacks. Continue Reading
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Portrait of a CISO: Roles and responsibilities
Success in the role of CISO requires security experts to wear many hats. Couple that with changes in compliance regulations and sophisticated cyberthreats, and CISOs are left with a full plate. Continue Reading
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How to build an incident response team for your organization
The time to organize and train an IR team is long before a security incident occurs. Learn the practical steps needed to create an effective, cross-functional team. Continue Reading
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Why is third-party risk management essential to cybersecurity?
Attackers know third parties hold many of the keys to the enterprise network, so third-party risk management is crucial for security professionals. Continue Reading
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The benefits of IAM can far outweigh the costs
Identity and access management is a critical piece of enterprise information security. But the benefits of IAM go beyond illuminating who -- and what -- might be using your network. Continue Reading
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What identity governance tools can do for your organization
Learn how to evaluate available security tools that manage the governance of your users' identity and access to company systems and data. Continue Reading
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Tackling IT security awareness training with a county CISO
A Michigan county CISO says government workers are under siege by cybercriminals. In this case study, he shares how his IT security awareness training strategy has evolved. Continue Reading
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Build a proactive cybersecurity approach that delivers
Whether it's zero-trust, adaptive security or just plain common sense, IT leaders must embrace an approach to IT security that's proactive, not reactive. Continue Reading
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4 steps to critical infrastructure protection readiness
Government and private industry share responsibility for critical infrastructure and key resources protection. Follow four steps to understand and know who you're gonna call to protect CIKR. Continue Reading
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Tenable CEO Amit Yoran wants to stop 'cyber helplessness'
This week's Risk & Repeat podcast features Tenable CEO Amit Yoran, who discusses what he calls 'cyber helplessness' and how the mentality is infecting enterprises. Continue Reading
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Top 7 IT security frameworks and standards explained
Several IT security frameworks and cybersecurity standards are available to help protect company data. Here's advice for choosing the right one for your organization. Continue Reading
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10 ways to prevent computer security threats from insiders
Whether via the spread of malware, spyware or viruses, insiders can do as much damage as outside attackers. Here's how to prevent computer security threats from insiders. Continue Reading