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Defining Supply Chain Attacks A supply chain attack is a type of cyber attack where the attacker targets an organization’s supply chain to gain access to sensitive information or disrupt operations. The attack can be facilitated by compromising a supplier, vendor, or third-party service provider and using that access to infiltrate the target company’s systems. …
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A cyber crisis, whether severe or mild, can be managed and controlled if addressed promptly and effectively. This guide simplifies the concept of cybersecurity crisis management, making it accessible to both cybersecurity experts and laypeople alike. Grasping Cyber Crisis Management: To understand cybersecurity crisis management, it’s crucial to know what a cyber crisis is and …
Organizations today host a wide range of information that, due to its external value to competitors, nation-states, or cybercriminals, needs to be properly protected. The role of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is to establish and maintain the organizational strategy and execution to protect its sensitive and valuable information assets and surrounding technologies. However, …
As the world faces new cybersecurity challenges and disruptions, it’s more important than ever to be aware of potential threats. With the pandemic coming to an end, factors like global economic stagnation and political conflicts have made government organizations and businesses more vulnerable to cyberattacks. Here are some of the emerging and ongoing challenges to …
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When Donald Rumsfeld spoke about “known knowns”, “known unknowns” and “unknown unknowns” he was widely mocked. The comments by the then defense secretary for George W Bush, about evidence linking the Iraq government with the supply of weapons of mass destruction to terrorist groups, baffled many. But despite the convoluted syntax, the gist of what …
Let’s face it; cybersecurity is no picnic. Despite the fact that we work ceaselessly to protect, monitor, and defend our networks, cybersecurity incidents still occur. From data exfiltration due to insider threat to disclosure of your users’ credentials via external attack, it’s a given that you need to maintain situational awareness at all times in …
The role of policy is to codify guiding principles, shape behavior, provide guidance for decision makers, and serve as an implementation roadmap. An information security policy is a directive that defines how an organization is going to protect its information assets and information systems, ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and maintain an environment that …
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So often we see studies commissioned through cybersecurity firms that detail the average length of time that an APT (Advanced Persistent Threat) resides in a network prior to discovery. One recent report from the Ponemon Institute suggests that it takes an average of 98 days for an intrusion to be detected. An APT is typically a more sophisticated …
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Board members are becoming increasingly curious about the state of cybersecurity in their organizations. The statutory requirements of directors to be aware of security risks is growing across the globe, which reflects the increasing frequency of incidents which can significantly affect share-price, brand, and reputation, as well as shareholder confidence. Board members, non-executive directors, and …
As the world becomes increasingly digital, the threat of cybersecurity breaches has become a significant concern for businesses of all sizes. With new threats emerging all the time, it’s essential for companies to stay up-to-date on the latest risks and take proactive measures to protect their data and systems. Here are five emerging cybersecurity threats …
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