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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January 14, 2021
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Jan'21
Tenable: Vulnerability disclosures skyrocketed over last 5 years
New research from Tenable shows a dramatic increase in vulnerability disclosures since 2015, as well as concerning data about data breaches, ransomware threats and unpatched bugs.
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December 23, 2020
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Dec'20
Security measures critical for COVID-19 vaccine distribution
The COVID-19 vaccine supply chain is already under attack, which comes as no surprise to experts. The biggest potential threats, however, are still to come.
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November 04, 2020
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Nov'20
SaltStack discloses critical vulnerabilities, urges patching
The SaltStack vulnerabilities, disclosed Tuesday, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of the popular open source software.
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October 27, 2020
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Oct'20
Mitre ATT&CK: How it has evolved and grown
Adoption of the Mitre ATT&CK framework, which saw version 8.0 released Tuesday, has grown rapidly over the last years, though challenges still remain for enterprise users.
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Top 10 cybersecurity interview questions and answers
Interviewing for a job in cybersecurity? Memorizing 100-plus security definitions won't cut it. Here are the 10 interview questions you should be ready for -- and how to answer them. Continue Reading
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Explore benefits and challenges of cloud penetration testing
Cloud penetration testing presents new challenges for information security teams. Here's how a playbook from the Cloud Security Alliance can help inform cloud pen test strategies. Continue Reading
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post-quantum cryptography
Post-quantum cryptography, also called quantum encryption, is the development of cryptographic systems for classical computers that are able to prevent attacks launched by quantum computers. Continue Reading
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What is the future of cybersecurity?
Remote work is here to stay, so it's time to rethink the short-term fixes made in 2020. What else is in the cards? Here are the trends shaping the future of cybersecurity. Continue Reading
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10 cybersecurity best practices and tips for businesses
Looking to improve your business's security program? Our top-10 list of cybersecurity advice breaks out best practices and tips for security professionals and for employees. Continue Reading
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How to perform a cybersecurity risk assessment, step by step
This five-step framework for performing a cybersecurity risk assessment will help your organization prevent and reduce costly security incidents and avoid compliance issues. Continue Reading
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5 tips for building a cybersecurity culture at your company
As a company's cyber risks evolve, so must its culture. Here are five tips for creating a cybersecurity culture that protects the business and is meaningful for employees. Continue Reading
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The human firewall's role in a cybersecurity strategy
The human firewall is a crucial element of a long-term, holistic security initiative. Explore how human firewalls can protect your enterprise against attacks. Continue Reading
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The enterprise case for implementing live-fire cyber skilling
Companies continue to grapple with the cybersecurity skills gap, but Adi Dar offers a way to ensure security teams are properly trained through the use of live exercises. Continue Reading
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Cybersecurity challenges in 2021 and how to address them
Security teams faced unprecedented challenges in 2020. The year ahead appears no less daunting. Here are the cybersecurity trends -- and safeguards -- to take into account in 2021. Continue Reading
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The challenge of addressing the IT and security skills gap
In the first of a two-part series, Jonathan Meyers examines the issues surrounding the security skills gap that companies must contend with due to limited budgets, training and more. Continue Reading
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Addressing the expanding threat attack surface from COVID-19
CISOs need to ensure they and their security teams are aware of the new threats created by many businesses expanding their attack surface with many employees still working remotely. Continue Reading