Security News

Why trust is the essential currency of cybersecurity
2018-05-23 17:43

To build durable cybersecurity policy, companies should encourage trust-building initiatives with business partners, said Cisco trust strategy officer Anthony Grieco.

As EU Privacy Law Looms, Debate Swirls on Cybersecurity Impact
2018-05-22 20:56

Days ahead of the implementation of a sweeping European privacy law, debate is swirling on whether the measure will have negative consequences for cybersecurity. The controversy is about the...

UK water firms, power plants with crap cyber security will pay up to £17m, peers told
2018-05-22 12:51

Problem: they can't pay like banks can... Plans to fine national utilities and infrastructure providers £17m for shoddy cyber security will be at the forefront of industry's mind once everyone...

Brit water firms, power plants with crap cyber security will pay up to £17m, peers told
2018-05-22 12:51

Problem: they can't pay like banks can... Plans to fine Britain's national utilities and infrastructure providers £17m for shoddy cyber security will be at the forefront of industry's mind once...

DHS Publishes New Cybersecurity Strategy
2018-05-17 17:10

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) this week published its long-delayed Cybersecurity Strategy. It had been mandated by Congress to deliver a strategy by March 2017, and did so on May...

U.S. Energy Department Unveils Multiyear Cybersecurity Plan
2018-05-17 13:40

The U.S. Department of Energy this week announced its strategy to reduce cyber risks in the energy sector and outlined its goals, objectives and activities for the next five years. read more

Sometimes employees follow cybersecurity best practices beyond company policies
2018-05-17 12:00

Nearly two-thirds (64%) of employees use a company-approved device for work. However, less than half (40%) of those who use a personal device are regulated when using that personal device,...

White House Eliminates Cybersecurity Position
2018-05-17 11:23

The White House has eliminated the cybersecurity coordinator position. This seems like a spectacularly bad idea....

White House eliminates Cybersecurity Coordinator role
2018-05-16 15:54

The White House has eliminated the role of Cybersecurity Coordinator, generally viewed as the top cybersecurity role in the US government. The decision was made by John Bolton, the most recent...

White House Axes Top Cybersecurity Job
2018-05-16 14:03

Critics Say Cybersecurity Demands Greater Prominence in Federal GovernmentThe Trump administration has eliminated the top cybersecurity coordinator role in the White House. The decision has earned...