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@USCERT_gov shared
On Jan 14, 2021
RT @CISAgov: We’re launching a new cyber effort: The Systemic Cyber Risk Reduction Venture on developing actionable metrics to quantify cyber risk. This information will be used to reduce shared risk to the nation’s security: https://t.co/5MpRCJZGiI #InfoSec #Cybersecurity #RiskManagement https://t.co/trI66YhyZG
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A Risk-based Approach to National Cybersecurity

A Risk-based Approach to National Cybersecurity

Authored By: Bob Kolasky, CISA Assistant Director for the National Risk Management Center

@SCMagazine shared
On Jan 15, 2021
.@JoeBiden noted a bit focus on the cyber workforce, but some question whether it's enough to overcome decades-old hurdles in staffing https://t.co/SxelIaZPje
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Biden to invest in cyber workforce, but without plan to overcome lingering staffing hurdles

Biden to invest in cyber workforce, but without plan to overcome lingering staffing hurdles

President-elect Joe Biden announced funding to modernize secure IT and lure cyber talent to the public sector as part of his plan to stimulate the economy

@SCMagazine shared
On Jan 13, 2021
Going global has gotten more complicated, says Nicolas Reys of @Control_Risks https://t.co/G9oL6KVQ4m
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Digital nationalism and the complexity of emerging threats for multinational companies

Digital nationalism and the complexity of emerging threats for multinational companies

Nicolas Reys of Control Risks spoke with SC Media about how companies can position themselves to rebound from a year complicated by the pandemic, climate change challenges and deteriorating ...

@tonymorbin shared
On Jan 14, 2021
Many experts don't believe the impeachment will have a direct impact on cybersecurity. But they warn that the ongoing turmoil could create fresh opportunities for adversaries seeking to exploit chaos for their own ends. #cybersecurity https://t.co/ErYher1sNn
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Does Trump's Second Impeachment Have Cybersecurity Impact?

Does Trump's Second Impeachment Have Cybersecurity Impact?

President Donald Trump has been impeached by the House of Representatives on a charge of inciting an insurrection after a riot at the U.S. Capitol led to the deaths

@DXCTechnology shared
On Jan 14, 2021
What does a holistic approach to security look like for manufacturers? Get insights on how to defend against attacks and strengthen your OT security: https://t.co/f8xqOVmUVb #newDXC https://t.co/kfV8ATUGWA
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A wake-up call for manufacturers: Cyber-attackers are at your door

A wake-up call for manufacturers: Cyber-attackers are at your door

Connected manufacturing environments increase security risks. Find ways to securely exchange data and connectivity with manufacturers, partners, consumers and connected devices.

@gregotto shared
On Jan 15, 2021
Bottom line: Information technology companies that serve as the bedrock of enterprise’s technology stack need to be on the lookout for these actions, or run the risk of being a key vector for a monumental security event. https://t.co/VZV8gy2lKZ
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Nation-states are taking their supply-chain attack strategy from the cybercriminal underground

Nation-states are taking their supply-chain attack strategy from the cybercriminal underground

The SolarWinds incident is the latest example of government-backed hackers taking cues from the cybercriminal underground.

@WeldPond shared
On Jan 15, 2021
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Rob Joyce named new NSA cybersecurity director

Rob Joyce named new NSA cybersecurity director

Rob Joyce, the NSA’s Special Liaison Officer at the U.S. Embassy in London, will replace Anne Neuberger as Cybersecurity Director.

@DougOlenick shared
On Jan 13, 2021
The daily SolarWinds news... 'SolarLeaks' Site Claims to Offer Attack Victims' Data https://t.co/2LjczdwRrm
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'SolarLeaks' Site Claims to Offer Attack Victims' Data

'SolarLeaks' Site Claims to Offer Attack Victims' Data

A new leaks site claims to be selling data from Cisco, FireEye, Microsoft and SolarWinds that was stolen via the SolarWinds supply chain attack. Security experts