cybersecurity
Full recovery from breaches takes longer than expected
In 2024, businesses reported taking an average of 7.3 months to recover from cybersecurity breaches – 25% longer than expected and over a month past the anticipated …
Five backup lessons learned from the UnitedHealth ransomware attack
The ransomware attack on UnitedHealth earlier this year is quickly becoming the healthcare industry’s version of Colonial Pipeline, prompting congressional testimony, lawmaker …
Debunking myths about open-source security
In this Help Net Security interview, Stephanie Domas, CISO at Canonical, discusses common misconceptions about open-source security and how the community can work to dispel …
Safeguarding the DNS through registries
The integrity of our online ecosystem heavily relies on domain registries, which serve as the foundation for secure and trusted digital experiences. However, threats like …
Dev + Sec: A collaborative approach to cybersecurity
The age-old tension between development and security teams has long been a source of friction in organizations. Developers prioritize speed and efficiency, aiming to deliver …
Why AI alone can’t protect you from sophisticated email threats
In this Help Net Security interview, Riaz Lakhani, CISO at Barracuda Networks, discusses the effectiveness of AI-based behavioural analysis in combating sophisticated email …
Open-source and free Android password managers that prioritize your privacy
We’re often told to use strong, unique passwords, especially for important accounts like email, banking, and social media. However, managing different passwords for numerous …
Google report shows CISOs must embrace change to stay secure
Google’s latest report, conducted in partnership with Hypothesis Group, reveals a stark reality for organizations: incremental security measures are no longer …
Navigating the compliance labyrinth: A CSO’s guide to scaling security
Imagine navigating a labyrinth where the walls constantly shift, and the path ahead is obscured by fog. If this brings up a visceral image, you’ve either seen David Bowie’s …
Transforming code scanning and threat detection with GenAI
In this Help Net Security interview, Stuart McClure, CEO of Qwiet AI, discusses the evolution of code scanning practices, highlighting the shift from reactive fixes to …
Evaluating GRC tools
According to Gartner, the broad range of pricing for government, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools requires enterprise risk management (ERM) leaders to be well-versed in …
How and where to report cybercrime: What you need to know
Cybercrime reporting mechanisms vary across the globe, with each country offering different methods for citizens to report cybercrime, including online fraud, identity theft, …
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