The password problem we keep pretending to fix

Experts across industries say they are still losing ground against identity-related breaches, even after years of investment in stronger access controls, according to RSA. Many said their organizations had faced at least one identity-related breach in … Continue reading The password problem we keep pretending to fix

The power grid is getting old, and so is the cybersecurity protecting it

Critical infrastructure is getting older, and the cost of that decay is starting to show. The Arthur D. Little Built to Last? report says that the systems powering energy, water, and transport are reaching the end of their design life. Old systems, new… Continue reading The power grid is getting old, and so is the cybersecurity protecting it

When hackers hit, patient safety takes the fall

93% of U.S. healthcare organizations experienced at least one cyberattack in the past year, with an average of 43 incidents per organization, according to Proofpoint. The study found that most of these attacks involved cloud account compromises, ransom… Continue reading When hackers hit, patient safety takes the fall

Attackers don’t linger, they strike and move on

Cyber attacks are happening faster than ever. Intrusions that once took weeks or months now unfold in minutes, leaving little time to react. Attackers move quickly once they gain access, aiming to run their payloads and get results before defenders can… Continue reading Attackers don’t linger, they strike and move on

Six metrics policymakers need to track cyber resilience

Most countries are still making national cyber policy decisions without reliable numbers. Regulations often focus on incident reporting after damage is done, but they fail to give governments a forward-looking picture of resilience. A new report from Z… Continue reading Six metrics policymakers need to track cyber resilience

Cybersecurity’s next test: AI, quantum, and geopolitics

Geopolitics, emerging technology, and skills shortages are reshaping cybersecurity priorities across industries, according to a new PwC report. The findings show a mix of rising awareness, persistent weaknesses, and uneven preparation for the next wave… Continue reading Cybersecurity’s next test: AI, quantum, and geopolitics