Content by Anna Delaney

SEC Compliance: Lessons From the SolarWinds Case

Anna Delaney  •  June 13, 2024

Walker Newell and David Anderson of Woodruff Sawyer discuss how the SolarWinds case reshaped SEC regulations. CISOs must build closer ties with legal and compliance teams to manage risk and leverage new rules and ensure effective governance and incident response.

Third-Party Oversight Is Needed to Stop Systemic Risk

Anna Delaney  •  June 13, 2024

Third-party vendors should be supervised rigorously to prevent data breaches and ensure transparency across all organizational levels, according to Jonathan Armstrong, partner, Punter Southall Law. CISOs have to educate their boards on systemic risks, he said.

Gain Insight Into Financial Services Risk With Threat Intel

Anna Delaney  •  June 13, 2024

Laura Deaner, CISO, Northwestern Mutual, discusses integrating cybersecurity measures to protect client data and trust by prioritizing end-to-end data security and cyber resilience, bolstering third-party risk management platforms and enhancing cybersecurity hygiene methods.

Breaking Down Silos With a Holistic View of Security, Risk

Anna Delaney  •  June 12, 2024

Cybersecurity and risk management work hand in hand to bolster a company's resilience, reducing exposure to potential threats. Dave Johnson, a principal solutions architect at Expel, advises organizations to adopt a holistic approach to cybersecurity to address risks effectively.

Taking a Closer Look at AI Governance and Cybersecurity

Anna Delaney  •  June 10, 2024

Ray Ellis, head of AI security at Philip Morris International, emphasized the necessity of capturing requirements for securing AI capabilities, protecting privacy, understanding legal implications and ensuring enterprise architecture that prevents shadow AI.

Psychological Strategies for Bridging the IT-OT Divide

Anna Delaney  •  June 10, 2024

Security leaders face significant challenges in securing OT environments, especially with increasing geopolitical disruptions and psychological barriers. Trish McGill, IT and OT cybersecurity expert at Ilionx, emphasized the importance of addressing these psychological factors to bridge the IT-OT divide.

What Makes Healthcare a Prime Target for Ransomware?

Anna Delaney  •  June 10, 2024

Healthcare organizations are particularly vulnerable to ransomware, risking significant data loss. Steve Stone, head of Rubrik’s Zero Labs, outlines why healthcare faces higher risks and how organizations can strengthen their defenses against these disruptive threats.

Safeguarding Election Integrity in the Digital Age

Anna Delaney  •  June 10, 2024

Javvad Malik, lead security awareness advocate at KnowBe4, emphasized the increasing risk posed by threat actors during election cycles - exploiting social media, posting deepfake content and disseminating misinformation. "Be skeptical of everything you see," he said.

How Enterprise Browsers Enhance Security and Efficiency

Anna Delaney  •  June 10, 2024

Enterprise browsers offer corporations many advantages over traditional web browsers, from simplifying application delivery to protecting intellectual property. They offer precise control over user interactions with applications and data, said Steve Tchejeyan, president of Island.

ISMG Editors: Infosecurity Europe Conference 2024 Wrap-Up

Anna Delaney  •  June 7, 2024

Live from Infosecurity Europe Conference 2024 in London, ISMG editors and special guest CISO Ian Thornton-Trump close the event by discussing key topics including progress on AI-based cybersecurity solutions, efforts to help organizations boost resilience, and the looming specter of new regulations.

CyberEdBoard Profiles in Leadership: Ian Thornton-Trump

Anna Delaney  •  June 6, 2024

Ian Thornton-Trump, CISO of Cyjax, shared the importance of flexibility and continuous learning - key qualities that have shaped his career. These skills are crucial in adapting to the rapidly changing cybersecurity landscape and preparing for emerging threats, he said.

ISMG Editors: Opening Day Overview of InfoSec Europe 2024

Anna Delaney  •  June 5, 2024

Information Security Media Group editors are live at Infosecurity Europe Conference 2024 in London with an overview of opening-day activities and hot topics including the latest ransomware trends, software security, election security and artificial intelligence risks.

Enhancing Security With a Fit-for-Purpose Enterprise Browser

Anna Delaney  •  June 5, 2024

Poornima DeBolle, co-founder and chief product officer, Menlo Security, discusses the features of a secure enterprise browser, highlighting its tailored functionality for enterprises and how it differs from consumer browsers. She explained why enterprises require a browser that prioritizes security.

ISMG Editors: Is SASE Living Up to the Hype in 2024?

Anna Delaney  •  May 31, 2024

In the latest weekly update, ISMG editors discussed the current state of Secure Access Service Edge solutions in 2024, vulnerabilities in Apple's Wi-Fi-based positioning system, and the patient safety questions arising after a cyberattack hit a U.S. hospital.

ISMG Editors: UnitedHealth Group's HIPAA Breach Fallout

Anna Delaney  •  May 24, 2024

In the latest weekly update, ISMG editors discussed the implications of Kevin Mandia stepping down as Mandiant CEO; UnitedHealth Group's responsibility for a massive HIPAA breach at its subsidiary, Change Healthcare; and privacy concerns over large language models.