When you get into a car, the seatbelt is your first line of defense. It's automatic—click it, and you’re safer. But it doesn’t mean you stop watching the road or ignore traffic rules. A seatbelt reduces the impact, but it’s not a magic shield. The sa
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Imagine your home guarded by a loyal family dog. It’s friendly, greets your guests, and barks only when a real threat emerges. But what happens when that same dog is suddenly tasked with guarding a high-security vault? It transforms into
Unmasking Threats with Rule Validation and Scoring
Think about securing your home. You’ve installed surveillance cameras, sensors, and even a guard dog. But what happens when someone manages to sneak in? Wouldn’t it be great to have a system that not
The Final Layer of Defense for Web Applications
Imagine having a guard dog that not only watches your house but knows who to bark at and who to ignore. ModSecurity does just that for web applications. But like a smart dog that gets better with traini
Protecting Your Applications with Confidence
Imagine running a high-speed train. Every minute, thousands of passengers board, and you need to ensure they get to their destination safely. But what if 1% of those passengers posed a potential risk? Woul
The recent inadvertent exposure of classified U.S. military plans by top defense and intelligence leaders serves as a stark reminder that even the most capable cybersecurity tools and well-defined policies can be rendered meaningless if ignored or mi
Our editorial team has curated the finest sessions from the CISO Platform Top 100 Awards & Annual Conference 2025—India’s first award ceremony that celebrates those making a meaningful impact in the world of security.
The 16th annual conference was
Imagine this. You’re standing in your kitchen, making toast. Suddenly, you hear a dripping sound. You glance at the sink and notice water pooling around the base. It’s not a flood—yet—but it could be. You investigate the source, tighten a loose pipe,
Every company wants to unlock the magic of cloud data, but it’s not a free ride. Especially with data privacy laws like the Digital Personal Data Protection Act (DPDPA) keeping you accountable. Getting data security right can feel like juggling water
More attacks targeting cryptocurrency users. Microsoft has identified a new Remote Access Trojan, named StilachiRAT, that has sophisticated capabilities to remain stealthy and persistent so it can harvest crypto wallet credentials via web browsers.
Th
ISO 27001 compliance is one of the most recognized international standards for information security management. Organizations worldwide seek certification to protect sensitive data, gain customer trust, and meet regulatory requirements. However, achi
Imagine seeing photos and videos of a massive political rally flooding your social media feed. It looks real—except it never happened. That’s the power of disinformation propaganda: creating false realities that influence thoughts, decisions, and eve
Unfortunately, I am old enough to remember how SIEM was done before the arrival of threat intelligence feeds. We had to write broad behavioral (well, “behavioral-ish”, if I am totally honest) rules without relying on any precise knowledge of attacker
Do you have a fair-weather friend? Or two?
Fair weather friend (via Google)
OK, do you also have a fair-weather SOC?
This train of thought was inspired by reading pilot forums about how some training approaches lea
Digital marketing is evolving faster than ever. Businesses must adapt to new trends and technologies to stay competitive. As we enter a new era, it is essential to understand what lies ahead.
The Evolution of Digital Marketing
Digital marketing has cha
The Cyber Threat Landscape for Small Businesses
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face a rising tide of cyber threats, challenging the misconception that only large corporations are at risk. As cybercriminals increasingly target smaller organi
Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are encountering increasing cybersecurity challenges. As cyber threats increase in sophistication and frequency, protecting sensitive data and maintaining secure operations has become critical for SMBs. Histor
Mastering Your First 30 Days as a CISO: A Strategic Roadmap
Stepping into the role of Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) is no small feat. The first 30 days are a critical window where you establish credibility, align with business objectives,
In the age of digital transformation, safeguarding data privacy and confidentiality is a top priority for healthcare organisations. With vast amounts of sensitive patient information now stored, processed, and shared digitally, healthcare providers m
Cyber Crime Junkies podcast
Breaking Down Risks in Cybersecurity — A great conversation on the Cyber Crime Junkies podcast with David Mauro!
We covered so many different topics that the CISOs are struggling with:
· Generative vs Agentic AI risks and op
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City Round Table Meetup - Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi, Chennai, Pune, Kolkata
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Our round tables are designed to bring together top CISOs and IT leaders in intimate, focused sessions. These closed-door discussions will provide a platform to explore key security challenges and solutions. These sessions aim to create a focused, closed-door environment where 08-10 CISOs will dive deeply into the practicalities of implementing specific technologies.- Technology Implementation: From…
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CISO Cocktail Reception At RSAConference USA, San Francisco 2025 !
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We are excited to invite you to the CISO Cocktail Reception if you are there at the RSA Conference USA, San Francisco 2025. It will be hosted aboard a private yacht, so that our CISO's can enjoy the beautiful San Francisco skyline while cruising the Bay Area! This event is organized by EC-Council with CISOPlatform and FireCompass as proud community partners.
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Round Table Dubai 2025 | GISEC
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Our round tables are designed to bring together top CISOs and IT leaders in intimate, focused sessions. These closed-door discussions will provide a platform to explore key security challenges and solutions. These sessions aim to create a focused, closed-door environment where 08-10 CISOs will dive deeply into the practicalities of implementing specific technologies.- Technology…
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Fireside Chat With Dan Bowden (Global Business CISO, Marsh McLennan (Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, Oliver Wyman))
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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) and Erik Laird (Vice President - North America, FireCompass). In this fireside chat, we'll decode the complexities of cyber insurance from a CISO’s lens and uncover how to make smarter, security-aligned decisions when it comes to policy design, claims, and ROI.
As cyberattacks grow in…
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