Top news of the week: 27.02.2020.
#Cybersecurity #infosec #FinServ #blockchain #CISO #cryptocurrency #ransomware #FinTech #SmartContracts #AI
Threats And Attacks
Read this @arstechnica article to see what @NathanBrubaker said about the #ransomware attackers that shut down a U.S. pipeline operator for 2 days. via @dangoodin001 https://t.co/yHdixcAQZg
OpenA US gas pipeline operator was infected by malware—your questions answered
The infection has generated no shortage of questions and opinions. Here's what we know.
Britain and the United States on Thursday accused Russian military intelligence of orchestrating a "reckless" campaign of cyber attacks against Georgia last year. https://t.co/7gXJF4cQvs
OpenUS, UK Blame Russia for 2019 Cyber Attacks in Georgia
Britain and the United States on Thursday accused Russian military intelligence of orchestrating a "reckless" campaign of cyber attacks against Georgia last year
Innovations And Trends
RT @RagusoSergio: 🟠 As one of the world’s busiest #airports, #Dubai ✈️ is also a leader in using #AI🤖#tech
Cc @NevilleGaunt @postoff25 @fogle_shane @archonsec @Dahl_Consult @DrJDrooghaag @enricomolinari @victoryabro @ashoknellikar @shicooks @techpearce2 @crjaensch https://t.co/pLCKWpO8XJ
OpenThe Amazing Ways Dubai Airport Uses Artificial Intelligence
Dubai International Airport is committed to using AI to increase efficiency and improve travelers’ experiences. Backed by a government that makes artificial intelligence innovation a ...
RT @MikeQuindazzi: 40+ enterprise #blockchain use-cases >>> @101Blockchains via @MikeQuindazzi >>> #FinTech #cryptocurrency #SmartContracts #Payments #FinServ >>> #Infographic >>> https://t.co/S0LrumhHJr https://t.co/qQtMoIMXQk
OpenEnterprise Blockchain: The Industrial Transformation
Enterprise blockchain is an empowering force for industries. Get to know more about enterprise blockchain adoption, enterprise blockchain use cases, enterprise challenges and many more.
Data Privacy
RT @cpomagazine: New NIST #Privacy Framework helps to identify potential blind spots even if an organization already has a robust #privacy and #security strategy in place. #respectdata https://t.co/Xcd7TYfdll
OpenNew NIST Privacy Framework Aims to Help Organizations Achieve Better Data Protection, Compliance With New Privacy Laws
New NIST Privacy Framework together with its existing Cybersecurity Framework provide a road map on cyber industry security, data handling standards and best practices for organizations.
RT @klillington: Big tech ‘procedural queries’ delay decision on first DPC data fines https://t.co/5dom9QrYTv via @IrishTimesBiz
OpenBig tech ‘procedural queries’ delay decision on first data fines – watchdog
Data Protection Commissioner assessing issues around information-sharing with other EU regulators
Startups And Investments
5 Reasons Why Your Startup or SMB needs a VPN
Conversations about VPN servers for business applications usually come down to on-premises solutions for large corporations with several international offices and thousands of employees who ...
RT @missdkingsbury: To Bolster #Cybersecurity, the US Should Look to #Estonia https://t.co/YpxgDKUD5b #blockchain #digitalidentity #infosec #cyber https://t.co/ZLDZG0EsV6
OpenTo Bolster Cybersecurity, the US Should Look to Estonia
The tiny European nation has come a long way after crippling cyberattacks in 2007. Now it offers key lessons in attracting tech talent and educating citizens.
Companies And Services
Great opinion piece here. There are varying takes on how to close the cybersecurity skills gap, but automation is a topic that frequently comes up. Hoping to hear more from experts at RSA this week on this. https://t.co/3vqAH0Ml5y #cybersecurity #infosec
OpenThree answers to the cybersecurity skills gap
By this point, every organization that needs a skilled team of cybersecurity professionals knows about the skills gap. Companies in all industries are
#DataBreach
Exclusive: Details of 10.6 million MGM hotel guests posted on a hacking forum.
MGM Resorts said #security incident took place last summer & notified impacted guests last year.
by Catalin Cimpanu
https://t.co/45yJHjvu7s
via @ZDNet
#defstar5
S.N., @StephaneNappo, #CISO
OpenExclusive: Details of 10.6 million MGM hotel guests posted on a hacking forum
MGM Resorts said security incident took place last summer and notified impacted guests last year.
Business And Industries
RT @sbmeunier: Good read - The Human Elements of #Cybersecurity
Cc @archonsec @cybersecboardrm @Shirastweet @TopCyberNews @chuckdbrooks @mclynd @DrJDrooghaag @digitalcloudgal @fogle_shane
#infosec #finserv
➡ https://t.co/r9p8D6DNB8
OpenThe Human Elements of Cybersecurity: Privacy, Ethics, Usability, and Responsibility
Teramind has been a passionate supporter of RSA. It’s a place where top cybersecurity leaders and community peers come together to exchange the biggest, boldest ideas that help propel the...
How to Get CISOs & Boards on the Same Page https://t.co/WlQJoBXVt6 via @DarkReading #CISO #Cybersecurity
OpenHow to Get CISOs & Boards on the Same Page
These two groups have talked past each other for years, each hobbled by their own tunnel vision and misperceptions.
Mitre Att&ck
“Attackers are more quickly taking action once inside a victim's network, and often the action is destructive.”
Find out more about #threatdetection improvements in this @DarkReading article about our #MTrends report findings. via @roblemos
>> Read: https://t.co/0EJBUQg1Yc https://t.co/BuqSvAYqZ9
OpenFirms Improve Threat Detection but Face Increasingly Disruptive Attacks
In addition, more third parties are discovering the attacks rather than the companies themselves.
We're happy to share that @VerodinInc received the 'Best Product - Network and Security Management' award at @cyberdefensemag's 8th annual #InfoSecAwards at #RSAC.
See the full list of 2020 winners: https://t.co/as1tHvkSCP https://t.co/R8PFZ5W8Vt
OpenInfoSec Awards For 2020 – Winners
Publisher’s Choice Cyber Threat Services Awake Security Best Product Cybersecurity Analytics BlackBerry Hot Company …