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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November 18, 2020
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President Trump fires CISA director Christopher Krebs
President Trump fired Krebs as director of CISA after the agency pushed back on unfounded accusations about widespread voter fraud and voting system hacks during the election.
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October 21, 2020
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NSA issues advisory against Chinese state-sponsored hackers
Among the 25 vulnerabilities listed in the NSA advisory, numerous were critical and carried a CVSS score either at or close to 10, the highest possible.
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August 25, 2020
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'Meow' attacks top 25,000 exposed databases, services
One month after the notorious 'meow' attacks were first detected, the threat to misconfigured databases exposed on the internet shows little sign of slowing down.
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August 17, 2020
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Guide to the latest Black Hat 2020 Conference news
This guide to Black Hat 2020 gathers breaking news, new ideas and technical expert insights from one of the leading cybersecurity conferences in the world.
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Cyber insurance 101: Timely guidance on an essential tool
No one hopes for a breach, but as they become more common, any responsible cybersecurity team must anticipate one. One key element: choosing the right cyber insurance policy. Continue Reading
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Benefits of virtual SOCs: Enterprise-run vs. fully managed
A virtual security operations center, be it managed in-house or by a third party, is becoming an increasingly popular option to save money and improve reliability. Continue Reading
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Understanding the zero trust-SDP relationship
Zero trust is a complicated framework that spans the IT stack. Find out how software-defined perimeter can address zero trust's network-level access requirements. Continue Reading
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Cyber insurance explained, from selection to post-purchase
Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure you understand what cyber insurance can and can't do -- and what type of policy will do the most for you. Continue Reading
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Weighing the future of firewalls in a zero-trust world
Cybersecurity pros have been predicting the firewall's demise for years, yet the device is still with us. But does it have a place in zero-trust networks? One analyst says yes. Continue Reading
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The 6 benefits of zero-trust security for businesses
The zero-trust security model demands infosec leaders take a holistic approach to IT infrastructure security. Learn about the six business benefits of zero trust and how it differs from traditional security approaches. Continue Reading
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8 benefits of a security operations center
A security operations center can help lessen the fallout of a data breach, but its business benefits go much further than that. Here are eight SOC benefits to consider. Continue Reading
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10 tips for building a next-generation SOC
Check out 10 tips to help build a next-generation security operations center with the integrated tools to free security analysts to get ahead of and respond to threats fast. Continue Reading
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Pair cyber insurance, risk mitigation to manage cyber-risk
The role of cyber insurance may come after a breach, but it remains a useful element in an organization's vulnerability management strategy. Continue Reading
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Top 3 challenges of a zero-trust security model
There are three main zero-trust security challenges, but because the model is highly beneficial, it's important for organizations to learn how to overcome them. Continue Reading
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Enterprise cybersecurity hygiene checklist for 2020
Cybersecurity hygiene in the enterprise must be a shared responsibility between employees and employers. Follow these steps to get the job done by both. Continue Reading
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Build shadow IT policy to reduce security risks
Security risks have increased during the pandemic as remote workers try to get things done. Find out how CISOs can better manage by creating a shadow IT policy. Continue Reading