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@SCMagazine shared
On Feb 8, 2021
The insurance industry gave us seatbelts and airbags. So what might it mean for cyber? https://t.co/V7qNzOZV1W
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Safety first: Will insurance companies stall or accelerate cybersecurity progress?

Safety first: Will insurance companies stall or accelerate cybersecurity progress?

When it comes to cybersecurity coverage, the relationship between enterprises and insurers has been rocky and uncertain. But the market just may force a compromise.

@tonymorbin shared
On Feb 5, 2021
French security vendor Stormshield has launched an investigation after an internal review found that hackers accessed the source code of the company's network security product. #cybersecurity https://t.co/2zowB37JOf
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French Security Firm Says Hackers Accessed Its Source Code

French Security Firm Says Hackers Accessed Its Source Code

French security vendor Stormshield has launched an investigation after an internal review found that hackers accessed the source code of the company's network

@SCMagazine shared
On Feb 8, 2021
In the wake of @solarwinds, few argue supply chain security needs to be prioritized. But with thousands of vendors on the network, the challenge may be more daunting than many realize. https://t.co/zrpt3NWK7N
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With thousands of vendors, companies typically have limited grasp over supply chain security

With thousands of vendors, companies typically have limited grasp over supply chain security

Organizations operate in networks that on average include 1,409 vendors. Combine that with limited resources, and supply chain security can seem an oxymoron.

@ISC2 shared
On Feb 6, 2021
Companies need to quickly upskill their existing talent while hiring the best and brightest developers and information security experts, truly helping their tech operations to pivot from defense to offense. Tackle your talent shortage: https://t.co/FVaj12GkNx
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3 Areas Where Companies Face Talent Challenges

3 Areas Where Companies Face Talent Challenges

Companies are concerned with updating legacy systems, strengthening cybersecurity and fostering diversity.

@ISC2 shared
On Feb 8, 2021
Today on the #ISC2 blog ... Tony Vizza, CISSP, CCSP talks about the importance of upskilling in times of uncertainty. https://t.co/SZn2d6uiuW
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Using a Crisis Wisely

Using a Crisis Wisely

Upskilling in times of uncertainty and change is a prudent career decision By Tony Vizza, CISSP, CCSP The saying “everything happens for a reason” is often invoked as a message of support ...

@SCMagazine shared
On Feb 4, 2021
While a part of the c-suite, CISOs have historically not been as high profile as other executives. Is that changing? https://t.co/7aD2vCzVB8
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Years overdue, the profile of the CISO begins to rise as cyber grabs attention in boardrooms

Years overdue, the profile of the CISO begins to rise as cyber grabs attention in boardrooms

Recognition of CISOs as critical protectors of company assets and customer trust is expanding. And yet, security executives say true influence often remains elusive.

@ISC2 shared
On Feb 3, 2021
Considering a career in cybersecurity? Here’s what Senior Cybersecurity Consultant Melissa Parsons, CISSP, wants you to know. Read the interview: https://t.co/n2vbTXCMcy https://t.co/sCDOXnfxW5
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CISSPs from Around the Globe: An Interview with Melissa Parsons

CISSPs from Around the Globe: An Interview with Melissa Parsons

The Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) certification is considered to be the gold standard in information security. This is so because of all the doors that ...

@snlyngaas shared
On Feb 4, 2021
SonicWall issues patch for firmware zero-day used to attack the company and its customers, via @jwarminsky https://t.co/LDgTr8wkeR
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SonicWall issues patch for firmware zero-day used to attack the company and its customers

SonicWall issues patch for firmware zero-day used to attack the company and its customers

Network security company SonicWall is offering a patch for a serious bug in one of its product lines that had attracted public warnings from cybersecurity researchers over the past week. ...