Content by Anna Delaney

From IT to Boardroom: NIS2 Reshapes Cybersecurity Roles

Anna Delaney  •  October 7, 2024

With the NIS2 Directive fast approaching, cybersecurity has evolved from a technical challenge to a critical business priority. Avani Desai, CEO at Schellman, highlights the growing responsibility of boards and executives to oversee cybersecurity risk management.

ISMG Editors: Russian Cybercrime Syndicates Under Siege

Anna Delaney  •  October 4, 2024

In the latest weekly update, ISMG editors discussed recent international law enforcement efforts against Russian cybercrime organizations, the latest U.S. cybersecurity bill aimed at protecting the healthcare sector and key takeaways from ISMG's Canada Summit.

ENISA 2024: Ransomware and AI Are Posing New Cyberthreats

Anna Delaney  •  October 3, 2024

While the number of ransomware attacks stayed about the same in the past year, cybercriminals are using more effective tactics such as weaponizing breach disclosure deadlines to extract higher ransoms, according to ENISA's 2024 Threat Landscape report.

How Are We Going to Fill 4.8 Million Cybersecurity Jobs?

Anna Delaney  •  October 2, 2024

ISC2’s 2024 Cybersecurity Workforce Study warns of a stagnant workforce, a growing skills gap and a shortage of 4.8 million cybersecurity professionals worldwide. Despite increasing demand, many organizations struggle to fill critical roles, hindered by budget constraints and skills shortages.

CyberEdBoard Profiles in Leadership: Matt Gordon-Smith

Anna Delaney  •  October 2, 2024

Matt Gordon-Smith has more than 25 years of information security experience and has led security programs. He says networking and relationship-building are critical to career success, but many aspiring CISOs face a major obstacle to interacting with other leaders: imposter syndrome.

CyberEdBoard Profiles in Leadership: Shervin Evans

Anna Delaney  •  September 30, 2024

Shervin Evans began his career as a programmer but he always knew his future was in cybersecurity. Now, 25 years later as an information security officer, he evangelizes about cybersecurity to employees in his organization, his family and the broader community.

ISMG Editors: Can Microsoft Regain Trust in Its Security?

Anna Delaney  •  September 27, 2024

In the latest weekly update, ISMG editors discussed Microsoft's major cybersecurity overhaul in the wake of some high-profile breaches, the latest developments from CrowdStrike's global outage hearing and the expanding U.S.-led coalition against spyware abuse in the EU.

Proof of Concept: Boosting Security and Taming AI 'Lies'

Anna Delaney  •  September 26, 2024

In the latest "Proof of Concept," Troy Leach of the Cloud Security Alliance and Avani Desai of Schellman discuss the risks of AI hallucinations. As AI models advance, hallucinations pose serious threats to security, especially when quick and accurate decision-making is essential.

CyberEdBoard Profiles in Leadership: Erik Hart

Anna Delaney  •  September 26, 2024

Understanding business goals is key to aligning cybersecurity strategies, said Erik Hart, CISO at commercial real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield. Hart stressed the importance of security leaders becoming solution finders who integrate cybersecurity with business operations.

ISMG Editors: How to Survive a Major Ransomware Attack

Anna Delaney  •  September 20, 2024

This week, CyberEdBoard members Jon Staniforth and Helmut Spöcker joined ISMG editors to unpack the hot topics at ISMG's London Cybersecurity Summit 2024, including ransomware lessons learned, AI trends and the growing importance of continuous learning and resilience in the cybersecurity industry.

ISMG Editors: Will Microsoft Rethink Windows Security?

Anna Delaney  •  September 13, 2024

In the latest weekly update, ISMG editors discussed the fallout from the CrowdStrike global IT outage on endpoint security tools, Mastercard's monumental acquisition of Recorded Future to bolster its cybersecurity portfolio, and the latest efforts by U.S. officials to secure the 2024 election.

ISMG Editors: How Arrest of Telegram CEO Affects Encryption

Anna Delaney  •  September 6, 2024

In the latest weekly update, ISMG editors discussed the implications of the recent arrest of Telegram's CEO in Paris for encrypted messaging services, the transformative impact of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity, and the latest regulations designed to curb fraud in electronic payments.

Banks Brace for DORA Cybersecurity Deadline on Jan. 17

Anna Delaney  •  September 5, 2024

The Digital Operational Resilience Act aims to reshape the financial services industry by introducing strict cybersecurity standards. Financial institutions must comply with the new rules by Jan. 17, 2025, or face severe penalties, said Richard Breavington, head of cyber and tech insurance at RPC.

NIS2 Directive: Focusing on Critical Infrastructure Security

Anna Delaney  •  August 29, 2024

The NIS2 Directive focuses on addressing gaps and strengthening the security of network and information systems across the European Union. NIS2 mandates rapid incident reporting and holds senior management accountable for cybersecurity, shifting responsibilities to the board level.

ISMG Editors: CISO Disclosure Rules Changing Post-SolarWinds

Anna Delaney  •  August 23, 2024

In the latest weekly update, ISMG editors discussed the evolving disclosure responsibilities of CISOs, yet another ransomware attack targeting the healthcare sector, and Mimecast's latest strategic acquisition as part of its broader expansion efforts.