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CIS guide on "The Cost of Cyber Defense: Implementation Group 1 (IG1)," designed to address key questions, including:

• What initial protections should you prioritize?
• What tools are necessary for deploying these protections?
• What will the implementat

Nations are investing heavily in offensive cyber capabilities. The proposed 2026 US defense budget earmarks an additional $1 billion in funding for offensive cyber operations, specifically to the US Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM). In 2025, the De

The rapid adoption of AI brings cybersecurity concerns. The value of AI systems is predicated on the breadth of access the system possesses to information and systems which contain sensitive data. We must recognize the challenges early, so we can man

The digital realm has permeated every facet of modern life, leaving an indelible mark on the legal landscape. Electronic evidence, encompassing emails, messages, social media posts, and digital documents, has become a cornerstone in legal proceedings

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This case, adjudicated under the Information Technology Act, 2000, involves a significant breach of cybersecurity and financial fraud. The Complainant, Dhule Vikas Sahakari Bank Ltd. (DVSB), a cooperative bank, alleg

Join me on Thursday May 1^st, 11am PT as a guest with Defendify on a live webinar where I’ll discuss practical cybersecurity leadership for IT teams!

• Communicating cyber risk in business terms to secure support and resources

• Importance of planning and p

Cybersecurity empowers businesses to soar, this is how. The modern day notion that “cybersecurity is a business enabler” is a very popular one. The problem is that most of the people singing that tune are cybersecurity leaders trying to get their mes

In today’s fast-paced healthcare environment, efficiency, accuracy, and speed are more important than ever. One critical area where many healthcare providers face bottlenecks is the prior authorization process. Prior authorization, or prior auth, is

We’re excited to bring you an insightful fireside chat on "Navigating the Cyber Insurance Landscape: Key Considerations for CISOs" with Dan Bowden (Global Business CISO, Marsh McLennan (Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, Oliver Wyman)) and Erik Laird (Vic

Something happened this weekend — starting on Monday my cellphone has been lighting up with unknown callers — a 30x increase! 

I rarely give out the number so I assume one of the following:
1. Ended up on a cybercriminal call-list because of a Data Bre

Geopolitical Warfare is driving change and adaptation across the globe. Nation States are seeking innovative methods to pursue their foreign policy agendas. They are blending tradition kinetic methods with social and cyber tools that greatly increase

We had a community fireside chat on "The Dark Path of Stolen Data: Understanding the Cybercrime Ecosystem" with Matthew Maynard (Security Operations Specialist, BJC Healthcare) & Erik Laird (Vice President - North America, FireCompass), where we delv

Cybersecurity professionals have long relied on vulnerability databases and CWE lists, but NIST's Bugs Framework (BF) brings a refreshing formalism and extensibility to the field. Developed by Irena Bojanova and detailed in NIST Special Publication 8

Modern cyber defenses increasingly need to be identity-centric. Many industry thought leaders have honed in on this giving rise to the often heard “identity is the new perimeter”. Consequently, attackers do indeed now find it easier to log in rather

I am very glad that the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) program was re-funded by the US Government, specifically CISA (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency), but this last-minute catch has raised serious concerns with the recen

The power of signals, or indicators, is evident to those who understand them. They are the basis for identity risk intelligence and it’s role in disinformation security. For years, cybersecurity teams have anchored their defenses on Indicators of Com

Welcome to the March edition of CISO Platform Highlights – your quick snapshot of the most insightful content, expert conversations, and community updates from the world of cybersecurity leadership.

This month, we explored one of the industry's most

In the ever-evolving world of healthcare, prior authorization remains one of the most time-consuming and error-prone administrative processes. Before certain medications, procedures, or treatments can be administered, healthcare providers must obtain

In today’s hyper-connected world, businesses face an ever-growing range of cyber threats. From ransomware attacks to data breaches, the need for robust cybersecurity infrastructure is more critical than ever. Choosing the right information security p