Security News

Zoom CISO Michael Adams discusses cybersecurity threats, solutions, and the future
2023-08-07 04:30

In this Help Net Security interview, we delve into the world of cybersecurity with Michael Adams, the CISO at Zoom. In addition to adopting appropriate technologies, it's important to provide a comprehensive security training program.

From tech expertise to leadership: Unpacking the role of a CISO
2023-08-02 04:30

In this Help Net Security interview, Attila Török, CISO at GoTo, discusses how to balance technical expertise and leadership and how he navigates the rapidly evolving technological landscape. In your opinion, what are the key characteristics of an effective CISO? How do you balance technical expertise and leadership skills?

How the best CISOs leverage people and technology to become superstars
2023-07-31 04:35

Smart CISOs are tapping into that enthusiasm and providing developers with the education pathways they want and need, with the payoff being a reduction in common vulnerabilities. The best CISOs know that upskilling is critical to success.

CISOs consider zero trust a hot security ticket
2023-07-28 03:00

The majority of organizations are on the road to implementing a zero trust framework to increase their overall security risk posture, according to PlainID. However, only 50% said that authorization makes up their zero trust program - potentially exposing their infrastructure to threat actors. Historically, a zero trust framework was focused on solving the challenges associated with authentication, end point and network access security.

CISOs gear up to combat the rising threat of B2B fraud
2023-07-27 03:00

The ongoing banking and economic turmoil has opened the floodgates to fraudsters. In this Help Net Security video, ex-British Intelligence officer Alex Beavan, Head of Ethics and Anti-Corruption...

CISOs are making cybersecurity a business problem
2023-07-21 03:00

U.S. enterprises are responding to growing cybersecurity threats by working to make the best use of tools and services to ensure business resilience, according to ISG. Enterprises face growing cybersecurity threats. "It was a tumultuous year for cybersecurity in the U.S.," said Doug Saylors, partner and co-lead, ISG Cybersecurity.

CISOs under pressure: Protecting sensitive information in the age of high employee turnover
2023-07-17 04:30

CISOs believe they have adequate data protection measures, yet many have dealt with the loss of sensitive data over the past year. As the economic downturn pressures security budgets, how can CISOs optimize their resources to manage cybersecurity risks effectively?

CISO perspective on why Boards don’t fully grasp cyber attack risks
2023-07-11 04:30

Due to their distinct perspectives, Board members and CISOs often have differing views on cyber attack risks. A difference in perspective is a fundamental reason Board members and CISO are not always aligned.

5 Things CISOs Need to Know About Securing OT Environments
2023-06-28 10:44

Still, most CISOs have made their mark securing IT environments - and IT security strategies and tools rarely translate to an OT context. While the soft skills of collaboration and team-building will certainly help CISOs as they bring the factory floor into their realm of responsibility, they must also make a concentrated effort to understand the OT landscape's unique topography and distinctive security challenges.

How cyber insurance empowers CISOs
2023-06-27 04:00

In this Help Net Security video, Fawaz Rasheed, Field CISO at VMware, discusses how cyber insurance remains the high tide that rises ships. For organizations choosing to purchase cyber insurance, the requirements set forth towards them are beneficial in advancing their security program.