The Financial Fallout of a Cyber Attack on a Business

There were 978 million victims of cybercrime last year and these people lost a combined $172 billion, according to Norton. Those numbers alone should be enough to make businesses sit up and take notice. It’s important, too, to stress th… Continue reading The Financial Fallout of a Cyber Attack on a Business

Security Mindset: Balancing Firmness and Flexibility

Navigating the noise, complexity and uncertainties of the cybersecurity landscape demands clear thinking. But that’s no easy task. The security professional today has to be knowledgeable about the organization’s own environment, business ne… Continue reading Security Mindset: Balancing Firmness and Flexibility

Is Your Financial Data Protected?

Security breaches are becoming more common. They occur most often in the United States (followed by the UK), exposing businesses and their customers to significant risks. Most recently, in December 2017, Kromtech uncovered a breach at Ai.Type with 577G… Continue reading Is Your Financial Data Protected?

Adapting Security Communication to Different Audiences

Especially in recent weeks and months, information security (infosec) has become an issue of interest to a lot of different people. Over the last several years, more people have started paying attention to infosec issues, which means the audience of in… Continue reading Adapting Security Communication to Different Audiences

How Management Can Help Prevent Insider-Caused Data Breaches

In 2017, some of the world’s most devastating cyber attacks were seen. Insider threats continue to be the primary reason for such high profile data breaches year over year. With the rise of malware as a service, insiders are now more than capable… Continue reading How Management Can Help Prevent Insider-Caused Data Breaches

How Management Can Help Prevent Insider-Caused Data Breaches

In 2017, some of the world’s most devastating cyber attacks were seen. Insider threats continue to be the primary reason for such high profile data breaches year over year. With the rise of malware as a service, insiders are now more than capable… Continue reading How Management Can Help Prevent Insider-Caused Data Breaches

How to Budget for Digital Security in 2018

Based on the past year, one thing that is certain to be on every company’s mind is security. Among the various concerns associated with security, perhaps the most important is how much it costs to effectively secure your company data in the age o… Continue reading How to Budget for Digital Security in 2018

Surviving Your Latest Promotion with Tripwire

Today’s cybersecurity teams are constantly evolving and changing. As a partner with our customers in providing foundational controls, we have a front row seat to the evolution. Most organizations experience attrition, and it can be challenging. B… Continue reading Surviving Your Latest Promotion with Tripwire

Word Crimes Part 3 – Developing Cybersecurity Vision, Mission & Strategy Statements

As we introduced in part 1  and part 2 of this “word crimes” series, cybersecurity terminology is important, especially when representing our profession. In this final installment, we have broadened the scope as it relates to business … Continue reading Word Crimes Part 3 – Developing Cybersecurity Vision, Mission & Strategy Statements

What Are the Benefits of Using Managed Security Services?

Today’s cybersecurity executives have a lot of choices in how they wish to purchase and consume products and services. The traditional approach of a large up-front capex investment in perpetual licenses works for some organizations, but many are … Continue reading What Are the Benefits of Using Managed Security Services?