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Security learning lessons from the IRS breach
Another major breach hits the headlines, one that affects 100,000 people. This time it’s not a bank or a healthcare organization, it’s the IRS. Even though the organization is of a different nature, the data taken was the same in its value, as were the reasons for the successful breach. What can organizations learn from it to improve their security?
The status of breach costs and how your data security posture makes a difference
The Cost of Data Breach Study reveals what CEOs can expect when it comes to data breach costs and how information security can reduce those costs when it doesn’t remain separate from the business process…
Essential security lessons from the CareFirst 1.1 million data breach
What lessons can the organization take from yet another successful data breach? For starters, you can’t prevent an attack if you can’t detect it. Our own research shows that 85% of companies don’t even use security event management to detect breach activity.
Study reveals a change for healthcare data security threats and a continued need for improvement
Insider negligence is no longer the biggest reason for healthcare breaches. The Study on Privacy and Security of Healthcare Data reveals many more security threats healthcare providers need to protect their data from…
Business data security continues to face challenges
While security threats and breaches grow, the same can’t be said with business data security preparedness. Risk management is still a challenge for organizations; the disparity between preparedness and attacks puts companies and their data at great risk. Why the challenge and how can organizations change their infosec posture for the better? Let’s take a look…
Actionable tips to create a seamless communication on security matters within the enterprise
In an organization it is very important for the IT team and business to be in alignment on data security. Unfortunately, for lack of communication, many times this need is not met. In fact, discussion in favor of C-Suite and overall business involvement on risk management matters has been widely voiced by industry experts; yet a streamlined communication process for security is still in the works for enterprises.
Security experts discuss the recent PCI penetration test guidance
Following the numerous retail breaches, more and more discussion has taken place regarding security and PCI compliance and guidance. Although a new guidance has come about from the PCI Security Standards Council, security experts debate its effectiveness…
Why security concerns continue to be a huge barrier to cloud adoption
The benefits for business in an increasingly connected world are many, but with those benefits there are also multiple security concerns. The adoption of the cloud is a perfect example of this reality. Recent surveys have shown that one of the reasons for slow adoption of the cloud includes security…
Verizon Report shows that PCI Compliance alone doesn’t work
Verizon’s 2015 PCI Compliance Report shows some good news and bad news regarding businesses and PCI compliance. One of the most important findings is that more organizations are meeting full compliance, but they are not able to sustain compliance long-term making compliance alone ineffective for security…
Gemalto’s breach and response leave security professionals questioning
The recently disclosed Gemalto breach brings heightened concerns to security professionals and organizations alike. According to the published report by The Intercept, Gemalto (a company that operates in 85 countries and has more than 40 manufacturing facilities) was breached by U.S. and U.K. intelligence agencies in 2010.
Anthem Breach: Healthcare organizations continue to struggle with security
The second biggest health insurer in the US, Anthem Inc., suffered a data breach that affected 78.8 million individuals. This is only one of the latest breaches to affect a healthcare provider and is a sign to the industry that something needs to change when it comes to security.
3 steps to get your security on track
With the mega breaches from 2014 and the recent Sony breach, there’s been a huge wake up call for organizations to take risk management seriously. Steps in the right direction are being made, but there’s still a lot more that can be done. Some additional steps executives and security leaders can take…
Security takeaways from the Sony breach
The recent Sony breach is yet another indication of the need for organizations to take security seriously. Business executives keep relying on incomplete risk management solutions, and these are not working. They never worked, and this year’s breaches make this all the more obvious. Don’t you think?
5 steps security executives can implement now to prepare for 2015
A continuously changing threat landscape requires a proactive approach to risk management. New technology tools and skills are only two pieces of the puzzle. Here are 5 additional steps executives can take to secure their network and business in 2015.
Exploring some of the security challenges executives can expect for 2015
After a year of mega breaches, security and business executives can expect an even busier 2015 for cyber risks. With the growth in use of mobile devices and applications in the workplace, plus the IoT boom; enterprise networks have increased their vulnerabilities…
Key Security Takeaways from the Global Report on the Cost of Cyber Crime
Ponemon Institute’s 2014 Global Report on the Cost of Cyber Crime shows some very concerning information for business executives. Not only has cybercrime cost increased, but so has the time required to resolve a cyber attack…
Secure 20/20 – Ebola, Pandemic Plans and Impacts To Your Business
In this Broadcast, NCX Group CEO and Host of Secure 20/20, Mike Fitzpatrick interviews Kathleen Lucy. Kathleen is a Fellow at the Business Continuity Institute and one of the foremost Business Continuity and Cyber Security experts in the world. During our time...
Pandemic plans and key actions to manage the impact of Ebola on your business
If your business continuity managers have been doing their job, you should have an actionable plan set up to manage risks that could arise from unexpected events such as an Ebola outbreak. Unfortunately, this is not always the case; and with the outbreak of Ebola in the U.S., b…
Are privacy and security concerns overrated?
We see individuals somewhat reacting to breach news, but what about organizations and the executive team? It seems the announcements of breach are falling on deaf ears when it comes to them, which makes us wonder if business leaders really care about privacy and what level of privacy do they want to offer their customers?
Tuning out breach news won’t eliminate your security risks
Heightened data breach news coverage could be causing a “tune out” reaction instead of a learning one. For security professionals and business executives this is a detrimental response…
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