Latest editorial and guest blogs on bank information security

The Virtual CISO with Steve King

Insights from a veteran cybersecurity pro

Cybersecurity: A Bleak 'Progress' Report

Steve King • December 14, 2020

In light of the widespread apparent impact of the hack of SolarWinds' network management tools, it's time for a frank assessment of the lack of cybersecurity progress in recent years. Consider a "60 Minutes" report from 2015 - and where we're at today.

Fire in the Hole

An Attacker's IoT Paradise: Billions of Insecure Devices

Euro Security Watch with Mathew J. Schwartz

Tracking security and privacy trends across UK, Europe and beyond

Conti's Legacy: What's Become of Ransomware's Most Wanted?

Mathew J. Schwartz • June 1, 2023

Former members of the defunct Conti ransomware group are continuing to ply their trade under a variety of other guises, including Royal and Black Basta. Thanks to their agile and innovative approaches, post-Conti operations are "stronger than ever," one ransomware expert reports.

Gouda Hacker: Charges Tie to Ransomware Hit Affecting Cheese

Capita Issued Erroneous Breach Details, Officials Report

Safe & Sound with Marianne Kolbasuk McGee

Insights on the security and privacy of healthcare information.

HIMSS23: Tackling Some of Healthcare's Top Cyber Challenges

Marianne Kolbasuk McGee • April 14, 2023

Most healthcare organizations allocate 6% or less of their information technology budget for cybersecurity, putting them at a disadvantage in their security defenses and for competitive hiring, according to a recent survey by the Healthcare Information Management Systems Society.

Virtual Summit Dives Into Healthcare Cybersecurity Issues

Database Hijackings: Who's Next?

The Expert's View with Michael Novinson

Insights from industry experts

Why Datadog and Rubrik Are In Talks to Buy Laminar for $200M

Michael Novinson • May 11, 2023

The purchase of promising early-stage startup Laminar by a large tech vendor would match many M&A deals seen in 2023. The downturn has made it tough for small startups to raise additional funding at an increased valuation, while the push for profitability has left big firms open to only tuck-in M&A.

Will Generative AI's Use in Cyber Tools Exceed Expectations?

How Much Damage Would US Action Against Kaspersky Inflict?

Industry Insights with Husnain Bajwa, Vice President of Product Strategy, Beyond Identity

Insights and opinions from thought leaders representing the industry's services and solutions providers

Zero Trust Authentication: Foundation of Zero Trust Security

Husnain Bajwa, Vice President of Product Strategy, Beyond Identity • May 19, 2023

Identity is more important than ever in today's "work from anywhere" world where the need for secure authentication has become paramount. Zero Trust Authentication complements security investments in EDRs, EPPs, SIEMs and existing SSOs and delivers a passwordless experience that drives productivity.