Executives’ top concern in Q3 2021? New ransomware models

The threat of “new ransomware models” was the top concern facing executives in the third quarter of 2021, according to Gartner. Concerns about ransomware topped pandemic-related concerns, including supply chain disruptions, according to the survey of 2… Continue reading Executives’ top concern in Q3 2021? New ransomware models

Increased risk tolerances are making digital transformation programs vulnerable

Digital transformation programs could be vulnerable to cyber attacks due to increased risk tolerances and ongoing cybersecurity challenges, according to a global research of 500 cybersecurity decision makers by NCC Group. Seventy-six per cent admitted … Continue reading Increased risk tolerances are making digital transformation programs vulnerable

How do I select a GRC solution for my business?

Selecting a governance, risk and compliance (GRC) solution can be very challenging. It must cover all three practices it stands for, without exception, which can sometimes be hard to integrate. Regulations have especially been a pain point for many org… Continue reading How do I select a GRC solution for my business?

What are the post-pandemic security concerns for IT pros?

COVID-19 has had a huge impact on businesses across every industry, and while the urgent need to adapt in early 2020 may have been replaced with greater stability, residual effects remain. In fact, IT policies implemented to deal with the impact of the… Continue reading What are the post-pandemic security concerns for IT pros?

Organizations lack basic cybersecurity practices to combat the growing tide of ransomware

Organizations are not equipped to defend against ransomware due to deficiencies in implementing and sustaining basic cybersecurity practices, including managing privileged administrator credentials and ensuring visibility of supply chain risk, an Axio … Continue reading Organizations lack basic cybersecurity practices to combat the growing tide of ransomware

WFH is here to stay: Five tactics to improve security for remote teams

When the pandemic took hold, most companies were forced to turn their employees into a fully operational remote workforce within the span of one week. And while some businesses have begun the transition to bring their teams back to offices, many have d… Continue reading WFH is here to stay: Five tactics to improve security for remote teams

Everyday cybersecurity practices inadequate among many online consumers

Bitdefender released a report which reveals how consumers across various age groups and socio-demographic backgrounds behave on popular platforms, applications and devices, affecting cybersecurity risk. Findings show basic practices for securing data, … Continue reading Everyday cybersecurity practices inadequate among many online consumers

Worldwide supply chains vulnerable as businesses lack visibility into suppliers

BlueVoyant released the findings of its second annual global survey into third-party cyber risk management. The study reveals that 97% of firms surveyed have been negatively impacted by a cybersecurity breach that occurred in their supply chain. 93% ad… Continue reading Worldwide supply chains vulnerable as businesses lack visibility into suppliers

Remote work exposing SMEs to increased cybersecurity risk

Remote working is leading to increased cybersecurity risks for SMEs, a research from ServerChoice shows. The research, conducted with 1,000 business leaders at SMEs, found that changes in working patterns are resulting in infrastructure being left unmo… Continue reading Remote work exposing SMEs to increased cybersecurity risk

Organizations putting security and compliance at the forefront to strengthen trust perceptions

Organizations are more frequently embedding trust metrics into their request for proposals (RFPs) to ensure that potential vendors can also be trusted ecosystem partners. Trusted ecosystems help improve an organization’s brand, reputation, and strength… Continue reading Organizations putting security and compliance at the forefront to strengthen trust perceptions