Geo Focus: Australia, Geo-Specific, Standards, Regulations & Compliance 2024 Sees Increased Government Mandates on Cybersecurity in Australia Jayant Chakravarti (@JayJay_Tech) • December 26, 2024 Inside Parliament in Canberra, Australia. (Image: Shutterstock) In 2024, Australia implemented a comprehensive suite of cybersecurity laws and regulations to bolster its defenses following significant breaches…
Critical Infrastructure Security Federal ‘Rip-and-Replace’ Program Receives Financial Support in Defense Legislation Chris Riotta (@chrisriotta) • December 26, 2024 Experts indicate the FCC rip-and-replace initiative has encountered a $3 billion funding deficit necessary to eliminate associated threats. (Image: Shutterstock) The U.S. telecom sector is poised to benefit from a federal…
Gartner has introduced the Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) framework, a strategic tool designed to guide organizations of varying sizes and maturity levels in tackling contemporary cybersecurity challenges. This framework emphasizes the ongoing assessment of the accessibility, exposure, and exploitability of an organization’s assets. Gartner forecasts that companies that adopt…
Strengthening Cyber Resilience: Insights from InfoSec Officer Shervin Evans In an era where cyber threats continually evolve, organizations face mounting pressure to enhance their cyber resilience standards. Shervin Evans, an enterprise architect and information security officer at Deltec Bank and Trust, emphasizes that while traditional cybersecurity efforts focus on preventing…
In the past year, approximately 75% of healthcare organizations that experienced ransomware attacks were targeted during weekends or holidays. This trend emphasizes the critical importance for these entities to enhance their staffing strategies during periods when they are particularly vulnerable, according to Jeff Wichman, the director of incident response at…
Massive Data Breach Hits Indonesian Government Financial System Recent reports indicate that hackers have successfully breached the Indonesian government’s Regional Financial Management Information System, known as SIPKD, extracting an extensive 82 GB of sensitive data. This system is managed by the Badan Pendapatan, Pengelolaan Keuangan, dan Aset Daerah (BPPKAD), which…
In a significant regulatory move, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finalized an order mandating Marriott International and its subsidiary Starwood Hotels to overhaul their data security protocols. This decision comes in response to multiple substantial data breaches that have compromised sensitive customer information, including passports and payment card details.…
As the Christmas of 2024 approaches, countless Americans will be traversing the nation to reunite with family and partake in festive services. While roadways, railways, and airlines facilitate these journeys, the latter option promises speed and convenience, allowing families additional time together. However, for some travelers relying on American Airlines,…
The Limitations of SOC2 Audits in Preventing Cybersecurity Breaches: A Critical Analysis In recent discussions surrounding cybersecurity, there has been growing scrutiny about the effectiveness of SOC2 audits in safeguarding sensitive data from breaches. While SOC2 compliance is often seen as a benchmark of trustworthiness for service organizations, critics assert…
