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Security on thin ice: Hackers target 2018 Winter Olympics
The sophistication of the attack spotlights the need for thorough security training for all workers — including those of affiliated organizations.
By Alex Hickey • Jan. 9, 2018 -
Deep Dive
2018 business technology trends at a glance
This year, departments across a business are set to become more technical, concerned with up-and-coming technology like AI and Big Data.
By Naomi Eide , Samantha Schwartz , Alex Hickey • Jan. 9, 2018 -
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Executives are working to improve the security posture of their businesses, a task that requires cross-function collaboration.
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New malware injection technique poses retail risk
The bad guys keep finding new ways to get past the good guys, as a new malware injection technique aims to escape retailers' detection efforts, according to cybersecurity company Cyberbit.
By Dan O'Shea • Jan. 5, 2018 -
Microsoft, Google among companies having a 'Meltdown' following widespread bug
The attention to this "speculative execution"-style attack is forcing major tech companies to put out patches to protect their consumers.
By Samantha Schwartz • Jan. 4, 2018 -
Deep Dive
No one is safe: 5 cybersecurity trends for 2018
From a rise in nation-state actors to a redefinition of cybersecurity as a bottom-line profit area, CIOs and security teams will have a lot on their plates this year.
By Alex Hickey • Jan. 4, 2018 -
Back to the circuit board: Chip flaws leave industry scrambling with little recourse
Intel is working with competitors like AMD and ARM to develop a solution to a chip-level security flaw, which targets everything from computers to servers to cell phones.
By Samantha Schwartz • Jan. 4, 2018 -
Why businesses should care about the macOS exploit
The root access vulnerability went unnoticed for at least 15 years, serving an important reminder to all companies that nothing is foolproof.
By Alex Hickey • Jan. 3, 2018 -
Microsoft calls for tech companies to serve as 'medics in cyberspace'
Tension between technology and public policy is erupting in cybersecurity and AI spaces.
By Alex Hickey • Jan. 2, 2018 -
Can DeepMind save us all?
The company created "gridworlds" environments to run an intelligent agent through various scenarios. These tests measure an agent's ability to carry out its function alongside its ability to do so safely.
By Alex Hickey • Dec. 27, 2017 -
Sen. Warner: Silicon Valley could use 'Russian playbook' for 'company warfare'
Consumers need to know the content they see online is accountable, real and, according to the senator, whether or not it's made by an American.
By Alex Hickey • Dec. 22, 2017 -
Microsoft, Facebook to the rescue: Big tech helps US deter North Korea cyberattacks
Microsoft patched existing attacks and "spared many U.S. targets" while Facebook shut down accounts tied to ongoing cyberattacks, said Tom Bossert, homeland security advisor.
By Alex Hickey • Dec. 20, 2017 -
Lowe's builds out digital capabilities with first CDO
As Lowe's prepares for another year of "digital evolution," will its efforts in cybersecurity, augmented and virtual reality and mobile tech be enough to outpace Home Depot?
By Alex Hickey • Dec. 20, 2017 -
Rule with a digital fist: Tech cracks down for accountability, social responsibility
Recent scrutiny, especially in terms of national security and privacy, have upped the ante for internet companies, which are cracking down again on "fake news," malicious actors and hateful content.
By Alex Hickey • Dec. 20, 2017 -
'Starwars,' 'trustno1' and 'whatever' among the worst passwords of 2017
It is easy to use one password for most sites, but it is encouraged to make a new one for each login with at least 12 characters.
By Samantha Schwartz • Dec. 20, 2017 -
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Working with your suppliers towards GDPR compliance
As an evolution of current data protection legal framework, organizations should prioritize suppliers as an important partner on the road to GDPR compliance.
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Firms ready for ransomware attacks with bitcoin arsenals
Many organizations have been hesitant to publicly admit it, however, because doing so can be an indication they are willing to pay criminal hackers.
By Alex Hickey • Dec. 19, 2017 -
US national security strategy puts cyberspace defense alongside land, air, maritime concerns
The changing attitude toward technology does not just stem from calls for efficiency. Instead, the U.S. government is prioritizing modernization as a way to improve its cybersecurity and boost national defense.
By Naomi Eide • Dec. 19, 2017 -
Compliance may cost companies millions, but non-compliance costs even more
Compliance standards for GDPR, individual U.S. state laws and PCI DSS regulations are the most difficult for companies to reach.
By Alex Hickey • Dec. 19, 2017 -
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The GDPR: An opportunity to rethink your approach to data security
For many companies the new regulation requires a shift in mindset and a heightened focus on protecting user data.
Dec. 18, 2017 -
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Cyberpocalypse? Cybercrimes to cost $6 trillion annually by 2021
The fastest growing criminal acts are cybercrimes and spending on security measures is expected to rise from 2017's $86.4 billion to $93 billion in 2018.
By Alex Hickey • Dec. 14, 2017 -
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Understanding your data
The first step in achieving compliance is understanding what security measures your organization has in place for breach scenarios.
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Cryptocurrency suits up for enterprise use with backup-key armed BitGo
A "virtual wallet provider" startup, BitGo, raised $42.5 million in venture capital funding to accommodate an exponential growth of corporate customers.
By Samantha Schwartz • Dec. 12, 2017 -
AWS announces single sign-on, but is it worth it?
If a bad actor were to obtain a single password that can access multiple applications, the damages could prove catastrophic.
By Samantha Schwartz • Dec. 11, 2017 -
You can't hide cryptocurrency under your mattress: Hackers steal $70M in bitcoin
Many investments are inherently risky, but just like other forms of investment, bitcoin is not without its own unique risks.
By Samantha Schwartz • Dec. 8, 2017 -
Who will save cybersecurity? Women and millennials
The most prominent reason for the shortage is too few candidates have the proper skills, but by pursuing more women and younger candidates, companies are expected to fill the gap.
By Samantha Schwartz • Dec. 8, 2017
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