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A recent survey shows significant delays in patching critical software vulnerabilities. Here’s why it happens, why security teams are sometimes encouraged to let it happen, and the policies that can reverse this (increasingly dangerous) trend.

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The wisdom and practices of legendary NFL coach Bill Belichick could be the outline for a winning cybersecurity playbook.

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The SEC is on a tear over cyber risk, with new rules and a SolarWinds lawsuit that have shaken the CISO community. Experts say this is just the start of regulators demanding more cybersecurity transparency. Here’s how CISOs need to adapt.

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As hackers get more sophisticated and software more complex, CISOs must improve their ability to identify, isolate, and mitigate malicious software attacks.

CISO Success Story: Predicting Cyber Risk (Accurately) Is Easier With This Guy’s Formula

Ash Hunt of Apex Group piloted a statistic-driven model for predicting cyber risk events. Here’s why playing the numbers is better than hunches.

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SLCGP funds might not be around for long, so entities that prepare for its next phase will have the best shot at protecting their networks and constituents.

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As enterprises deploy generative AI to boost productivity, they need to be prepared for the associated risks. We checked with experts to outline the ways AI tech is vulnerable. SBOMs and other defense strategies will help, but getting this right this may take some trial and error.

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Deepfakes are harder to spot thanks to AI, making it easier to tarnish your brand. But old-school cybersecurity tactics can thwart these new threats.

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The CISO for LA County, who oversees 100,000 employees, shares tips on cross-agency info-sharing, ongoing audits, and aggressive awareness training.

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Bad actors are using inaccuracies, lies, and sophisticated deepfakes to target organizations. Here’s why enterprises—big and small—must take it seriously.

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As companies rapidly deploy AI technology, they’ll need a dedicated person in the C-suite to oversee those efforts. If that wasn’t clear before Biden’s executive order, it will be now.

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To establish common ground with business leaders, this healthcare pro and Honest Medical Group CISO Dennis Leber listens first, then aligns his cybersecurity strategy to business needs.