As the digital world continues evolving at an unprecedented pace, the responsibilities of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) have never been more critical—or challenging. In 2024, the cybersecurity landscape is marked by a range of emerging threats and complexities that demand the attention of every CISO. Here are the [...]
Businesses are adopting AI. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a groundbreaking technology with the potential to revolutionize businesses across all industries. 35% of companies use AI today, according to industry experts. The adoption rate will increase as organizations get familiar with the new paradigm. Among the most impactful applications of AI [...]
It's not about if something bad happens to your business. It's the notion that a cyber attack will happen to your business. Business and Security leaders must focus more on risk mitigation than preventing cyber attacks. With the rise of cyber-attacks and data breaches, companies must be vigilant to protect [...]
Restricting access to computer systems requires a sure means of identifying authorized users. We access systems every day. We sign on to our laptops and mobile devices with passwords and passcodes. We type in our usernames and password to access Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, and Instagram. We connect from remote locations [...]
When people hear or see the letters CIA, they think of the U.S. Federal Government’s Central Intelligence Agency - CIA. However, those same three letters represent Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability in Cybersecurity. In comparison, the Central Intelligence Agency serves and protects the U.S. Federal Government and the President. In contrast, the letters C-I-A serves as [...]
Cybersecurity workers protect our most important and private information, from bank accounts to sensitive military communications. Demand for cybersecurity specialists has soared in the last decade. However, a dangerous shortage of cybersecurity workers in the United States puts our digital privacy and infrastructure at risk. Numerous factors are contributing to [...]
During these times, the term Zero Trust has exploded. The Zero Trust term has become misunderstood, and it's becoming a bunch of hype to a lot of businesses, and they think it's just a buzzword that adds much confusion to its definition. However, the term has been around for years, [...]
It's official. I've just received my (ISC)2 CCSP Certified Cloud Security Professional certification. Passing the CCSP exam was a challenge, but I want to make it easier for you. I want to share my experience and preparation notes with those who are interested in taking the exam. The CCSP is the top-ranked [...]
Don't fall victim to a data hostage. Ransomware attacks are on the rise in the U.S. According to the 2021 edition of the "Cost of Data Breach." On average, a single data breach increased by nearly 10% from 2020 to $4.24 million, the high ever recorded. Ransomware attacks cost an [...]