Women in Information Security: Theresa Payton

Last time, I had fun speaking with my friend, red team-minded student/teacher Alana Staszczyszyn. This time, I had the privilege of speaking with cybersecurity and intelligence industry veteran Theresa Payton. She’s always had tons of responsibil… Continue reading Women in Information Security: Theresa Payton

NCSAM: Improve Your Digital Hygiene to Reduce Your Risk of Identity Theft

Identity theft is on the rise. According to a report from Javelin Strategies, 16.7 million Americans fell victim to identity fraud schemes in 2017. That’s up 8% over the previous year. Thieves made off with $16.8 billion from US consumers. Reside… Continue reading NCSAM: Improve Your Digital Hygiene to Reduce Your Risk of Identity Theft

5 Ways Attackers Are Targeting the Healthcare Industry

The healthcare industry is one of the largest industries in the United States and potentially the most vulnerable. The healthcare sector is twice as likely to be the target of a cyberattack as other sectors, resulting in countless breaches and millions… Continue reading 5 Ways Attackers Are Targeting the Healthcare Industry

The Gap Between U.S Federal and State Policies for IoT Security

In a recent article about U.S federal policy concerning IoT security, Justin Sherman identified several gaps in both cybersecurity and privacy policies. As Sherman has highlighted: The United States federal government, like the rest of the world, is in… Continue reading The Gap Between U.S Federal and State Policies for IoT Security

Enhancing the Flow and Protection of ePHI

In today’s era of digital documentation, it can be tough for healthcare professionals to find the right balance between efficient patient care and secure data handling. Many have moved to digital documentation to meet efficiency expectations, but… Continue reading Enhancing the Flow and Protection of ePHI

Women in Information Security: Alana Staszczyszyn

Last time, I had the privilege of speaking with web security specialist Pam Armstrong. This time I got to chat with Alana Staszczyszyn, someone whom I’ve had the pleasure of meeting in person. She’s very active in Toronto’s cybersecur… Continue reading Women in Information Security: Alana Staszczyszyn

Entering the Twilight Zone: Adventures in the Security Leader Search

If you’re in your 40s or 50s, you probably remember a TV series called The Twilight Zone. (Millennials, think Netflix’s Black Mirror). Every show was its own stand-alone story that took viewers into an alternate reality where things got wei… Continue reading Entering the Twilight Zone: Adventures in the Security Leader Search

A Practical Guide to CCPA for U.S. Businesses

Inspired by Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the State of California has set a new precedent with the passage of the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). The major data incidents last year have driven citizens into a frenzy … Continue reading A Practical Guide to CCPA for U.S. Businesses

Women in Information Security: Pam Armstrong

Last time, I spoke with Sharka. She’s a pentester who knows how to hack a glucose meter. She also taught me a few things about physical security. Now I get to talk with Pam Armstrong. Web development eventually led her to healthcare security. Kim… Continue reading Women in Information Security: Pam Armstrong

Protecting Your Industrial Operations with Top-Floor to Shop-Floor Visibility

I am extremely pleased today to announce Claroty’s integration into Tripwire’s ICS security capabilities. The integration of our respective technologies, based on a shared vision of how the security landscape is evolving, addresses a fast-g… Continue reading Protecting Your Industrial Operations with Top-Floor to Shop-Floor Visibility