Most businesses see state-sponsored cyberattacks as a major threat

A majority of businesses surveyed for a study by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) and the Cybersecurity Tech Accord, see state-led and sponsored cyberattacks as a major threat. They are concerned about catastrophic reputational and financial conse… Continue reading Most businesses see state-sponsored cyberattacks as a major threat

Microsoft and the Age of Collaboration: Now, We Stand

Thank you, Microsoft. When teaching about computer security, I’ve often quipped, “There is ‘Infosec,’ ‘Comsec’ and ‘Jobsec.’”  Thanks to the ubiquitous Windows platform, fraught with security holes that were found on what felt like a weekly basis. Pat… Continue reading Microsoft and the Age of Collaboration: Now, We Stand

Tech Companies Vow Not to Participate in Government-Sponsored Cyberattacks

Security experts (and security writers) spend a lot of time talking about cybercriminals and hackers—the so-called bad actors who are after data to use or sell on the dark web. But the time has come to expand our thinking of who or what constitutes a … Continue reading Tech Companies Vow Not to Participate in Government-Sponsored Cyberattacks

Top tech firms pledge not to help governments launch cyberattacks

34 global technology and security companies have pledged not to aid governments launch cyberattacks and to protect all customers regardless of nationality, geography or attack motivation. The Cybersecurity Tech Accord The Cybersecurity Tech Accord is a… Continue reading Top tech firms pledge not to help governments launch cyberattacks