Information security risk management
A risk management program is a key component for enterprise security. This section offers insight on security risk management frameworks and strategies as well as best practices on conducting effective risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, penetration tests and more.
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Information security risk management News
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April 20, 2018
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Apr'18
Keeper Security forms vulnerability disclosure program with Bugcrowd
Following its controversial lawsuit against an Ars Technica security reporter, Keeper Security has teamed with Bugcrowd on a formal vulnerability disclosure program.
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April 19, 2018
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Moussouris: Bug bounty programs need to avoid jumping the shark
Bug bounty programs may seem to offer salvation at a bargain price for securing networks and systems, but Katie Moussouris offers tips for avoiding major pitfalls.
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March 09, 2018
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Tenable introduces Lumin cyber exposure platform
Tenable.io Lumin enables organizations to gauge their 'cyber exposure' to vulnerabilities and allows them to compare remediation efforts against industry benchmark data.
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February 19, 2018
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Risk & Repeat: Cyberinsurance market gets a shake-up
In this week's Risk & Repeat podcast, SearchSecurity editors discuss a new industry partnership designed to give Apple and Cisco customers beneficial cyberinsurance policies.
Information security risk management Get Started
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How cybersecurity risk fits into enterprise risk management
In security, perfection is impossible, but risk management frameworks plus a range of strategies can significantly reduce your organization’s risk. Continue Reading
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Cyber-risk strategies and models for a post-perimeter age
Cyber-risky business: The notion of the security perimeter has grown quaint. If a firewall is insufficient, where does IT turn to answers on how to protect assets? Continue Reading
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A white hat hacker is an individual who uses hacking skills to identify security vulnerabilities in hardware, software or networks. Continue Reading
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Cybersecurity professionals: Lack of training leaves skills behind
Cybersecurity professionals' increased workloads leave little time for training, leaving their skill sets -- and their companies' data security -- vulnerable to outside threats. Continue Reading
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Use an authenticated vulnerability scan to find system flaws
If unsafe computer systems scare the living daylights out of you, tune into this webinar on how to do authenticated vulnerability scans to avoid system damage. Continue Reading
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Active Cyber Defense Certainty Act: Should we 'hack back'?
With the proposal of the Active Cyber Defense Certainty Act, individuals would be able to 'hack back' when information is stolen. Matt Pascucci makes the case against the bill. Continue Reading
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Marcus Ranum decodes hardware vulnerabilities with Joe Grand
Computer hardware designs with dangerous security flaws? That's no surprise to renowned hardware hacker Grand. Continue Reading
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Entropy sources: How do NIST rules impact risk assessments?
NIST recently released new guidance on entropy sources used for random bit generation. Judith Myerson explains these recommendations and how they alter cryptography principles. Continue Reading
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Insider threat behavior: How to identify warning signs
Enterprises can prevent insider threat incidents if they know what to look for. Peter Sullivan explains the precursors to and precipitating events for insider threat behavior. Continue Reading
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Exchange IRM helps enterprises lock down information
Exchange Server's information rights management features put boundaries on messages and documents to avoid the mishandling of restricted content. Continue Reading
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Zero-trust model promises increased security, decreased risk
The zero-trust model takes focused and sustained effort, but promises to improve most companies' risk posture. Learn what it takes to get the most out of zero trust. Continue Reading
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Intel AMT flaw: How are corporate endpoints put at risk?
A recent flaw in Intel's Advanced Management Technology enables hackers to gain access to endpoint devices. Discover how this flaw can be mitigated with expert Judith Myerson. Continue Reading