risk management

Security's Women in Security 2024

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Security's Women in Security 2024

Security magazine unveils the honorees of our 2024 Women in Security program which represents the highest caliber of security leadership, dedication and skill within the industry. This year, we celebrate nine extraordinary Women in Security who have shaped their organizations, the security field and the lives of their communities in numerous ways. Each year, we are honored and humbled by the number of security leaders who are accomplishing great things within their organizations and the…

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Will decentralized identity unlock the future of identity protection?

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Will decentralized identity unlock the future of identity protection?

All eyes have been on AI over the last few years and how it has impacted businesses’ daily operations — both positively and negatively. It goes without saying that it’s a challenging moment for those working in digital identity and security as technology is evolving at an unprecedented pace. AI-powered cyber threats and identity attacks are about to explode at rates never seen before. According to results from a recent survey, over 40% of businesses…

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Risk management and mobile devices

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Risk management and mobile devices

In this episode of The Security Podcasts featuring Jim Coyle, U.S. Public Sector Chief Technology Officer at Lookout, we discuss what organizations can do to manage mobile device risks. “A lot of the conversations that we have, most people are under the assumption that having a mobile device management — or some kind of management software on their mobile device — will stop all of these various different threats that we see today. Whether it’s…

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Thriving in 2030: The future of compliance and risk management

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Thriving in 2030: The future of compliance and risk management

In 2030, organizations of all sizes must expect the technology landscape to be dramatically different. As cloud-native applications take over, ephemeral technology will be a larger component of infrastructure, regulatory demands will increase and there will be a critical need for speed that many organizations are not currently prepared to meet. Understanding the future of compliance and risk management is essential for any organization aiming to thrive in the hyper-speed era ahead.  Prepare for evolving…

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Security leaders are facing a new wave of identity risks

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Security leaders are facing a new wave of identity risks

A study has found that increased technological and organizational complexity is contributing to new identity risks that security leaders must manage. The study, done by ConductorOne, surveyed more than 500 IT security leaders in the United States and found that increased complexity is driving new identity risks.  On the subject of technology complexity, the report found that hybrid IT environments are common. 76% of respondents reported that their company has a hybrid IT environment. 18%…

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Insider risk: Don't ignore the community context

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Insider risk: Don't ignore the community context

Just a few months ago, many security professionals confessed concern about a potential economic downturn and how that would impact the security environment around them. Some were troubled about possible layoffs at their company, and others mentioned rising crime rates. All of them discussed how either could affect insider risk within their organization. Yet, as this is being written, things are a bit sunnier — inflation and crime are down significantly. Understanding the local context…

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AI Deepfakes Rising as Risk for APAC Organisations

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AI Deepfakes Rising as Risk for APAC Organisations

AI deepfakes were not on the risk radar of organisations just a short time ago, but in 2024, they are rising up the ranks. With AI deepfakes’ potential to cause anything from a share price tumble to a loss of brand trust through misinformation, they are likely to feature as a risk for some time. Robert Huber, chief security officer and head of research at cyber security firm Tenable, argued in an interview with TechRepublic…

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From gates, guns & guards to encryption, endpoints & erasure

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From gates, guns & guards to encryption, endpoints & erasure

Protecting intellectual property remains a concern for all organizations, even as new threats continue to emerge. Whether it’s a military unit establishing a base of operations in denied territory or a business undergoing a considerable liquidity event, the first order of protection is typically establishing “gates.” These walls and physical barriers help protect individuals and their teammates/employees in locations where they lay their heads at night. Most businesses open to the public have Wi-Fi available…

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NIST Cybersecurity Framework: A Cheat Sheet for Professionals

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NIST Cybersecurity Framework: A Cheat Sheet for Professionals

The National Institute of Standards and Technology has updated its Cybersecurity Framework for 2024. Version 2.0 of the NIST CSF, the first major update since the framework was released a decade ago, was created with the goal of expanding the primary audience from critical infrastructure to all organizations. In general, the NIST CSF aims to standardize practices to ensure uniform protection of all U.S. cyber assets. TechRepublic’s cheat sheet about the NIST CSF is an…

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Security's Top Cybersecurity Leaders 2024

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Security's Top Cybersecurity Leaders 2024

Security magazine presents the honorees of our fourth annual Top Cybersecurity Leaders program, which recognizes enterprise information security executives and professionals and their industry accomplishments. This year’s nominees represent the wide range of cybersecurity professionals making a difference across the field and in their organizations. Our 2024 awardees lead by example and improve security through innovative approaches to risk and technology. The goal of the Top Cybersecurity Leaders program is to spotlight cybersecurity professionals who…

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