Project Management Skills: An Essential Asset in Cybersecurity Career Development In the fast-evolving realm of cybersecurity, the expertise required goes beyond simply understanding vulnerabilities and the latest exploits. As professionals transition beyond entry-level roles, project management skills are becoming increasingly essential. Technical acumen remains the cornerstone of any cybersecurity career,…
Examining Zero-Day Vulnerabilities Without Direct Exposure In recent developments within the cybersecurity landscape, new insights have emerged regarding zero-day exploits, which pose significant threats to organizations across various sectors. A zero-day exploit refers to a vulnerability in software that is unknown to the vendor and has yet to be patched,…
The ongoing trade tensions between China and the United States, popularly dubbed the “tariff war,” are manifesting in various unforeseen consequences, notably within the realm of cybersecurity. This escalated conflict is emerging as a significant threat vector for businesses, governments, and individuals. As the two nations engage in a heated…
Governance & Risk Management A Fresh Direction for CVE Program: Urgent Ownership Needed Mathew J. Schwartz (euroinfosec) • April 18, 2025 Image: Shutterstock The Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) Program, established in 1999 and under the management of Mitre, faced a significant funding crisis this week that threatened its operational…
This week on the Lock and Code podcast… This week, we dive into the controversial establishment of the newly formed US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which appears to have extensive data collection interests regarding American citizens. Established on January 20 by former President Donald Trump through an Executive Order,…
Strategic Communication Essential for Healthcare Cybercrises, Experts Say As healthcare organizations continue to grapple with the rising threat of cyber incidents, crisis communication planning is more critical than ever. Tom Bolitho, a crisis communications expert at FTI Consulting, emphasizes that the proactive development of a communications strategy is essential for…
The 10th annual RSM US Middle Market Business Index Special Report focused on Cybersecurity for 2025 has revealed concerning statistics regarding data breaches among middle market organizations in the U.S. According to the report, nearly 18% of these organizations reported having experienced a data breach in the past year. Despite…
The rise of ransomware attacks has emerged as a formidable challenge for businesses, frequently inflicting severe financial damage and threatening their very existence. As firms grapple with the aftermath of such breaches, many find the path to recovery almost insurmountable, often facing mounting downtime costs, expenses related to data recovery,…
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