22 Sep Cybersecurity Weekly: 9.22.23
This week’s top picks in Cybersecurity-focused headlines…
Understanding The Differences Between On-Premises And Cloud Cybersecurity
“While the tactics are similar and goals are the same — reduce risk, protect confidential data, meet compliance requirements, and the like — the cloud adds complexity that completely changes the dynamic. The cloud’s architecture, lack of change controls, and subtle and not-so-subtle differences in various cloud platforms’ basic design and operations make cloud security more complex” https://www.darkreading.com/cloud/understanding-the-differences-between-on-premises-and-cloud-cybersecurity
Why Companies Are Struggling With Cybersecurity: Big Players In Bad Situations
“Names like T-Mobile, Capital One, TikTok, MGM, and Prospect Medical stand out among the casualties of malicious cyber events. These situations, where tech titans with thousands of cybersecurity experts find themselves grappling with cyberattacks they couldn’t fully comprehend, stick out like a sore thumb.” https://www.forbes.com/sites/emilsayegh/2023/09/19/why-companies-are-struggling-with-cybersecurity-big-players-in-bad-situations
Can We Rely On AI Cybersecurity – Costs & Disadvantages
“For forward-thinking enterprises, marrying AI’s capabilities with cybersecurity while maintaining a reasonable approach can redefine digital protection standards. Harmonizing AI’s promise with its inherent challenges will be vital in forging a fortified, digitally secure tomorrow as the digital epoch evolves.” https://www.cryptopolitan.com/ai-cybersecurity-costs-disadvantages/
How NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0 Tackles Risk Management
“One of the main goals of CSF is to allow organizations to build their cybersecurity strategy by identifying risk and improving the process of risk management. The updated framework will emphasize improved risk management — crucial in the modern cybersecurity landscape.” https://securityintelligence.com/articles/how-nist-cybersecurity-framework-2-tackles-risk-management
How to Get Your Board On Board With Cybersecurity
“To champion cybersecurity initiatives while staying within budget constraints and aligning investments with overarching business goals, you need more than technical prowess. You must be able to effectively communicate and collaborate with your C-suite peers — and that’s sometimes not as easy as it sounds.” https://www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/how-to-get-your-board-on-board-with-cybersecurity
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