Latest editorial and guest blogs on information risk management

The Virtual CISO with Steve King

Insights from a veteran cybersecurity pro

Where Have You Gone, Sammy Altman, and What Do We Do Now?

Steve King • November 19, 2023

Sam Altman's abrupt exit from OpenAI has sent shockwaves rippling through Silicon Valley over this weekend, but of a variety very different than those that emanated from the recent collapses of FTX and SVB. Altman spent the last six years building a transformational technology.

Cybersecurity: A Bleak 'Progress' Report

Fire in the Hole

Euro Security Watch with Mathew J. Schwartz

Tracking security and privacy trends across UK, Europe and beyond

Researcher Claims to Crack RSA-2048 With Quantum Computer

Mathew J. Schwartz • November 1, 2023

A scientist claims to have developed an inexpensive system for using quantum computing to crack RSA, which is the world's most commonly used public key algorithm. If true, this would be a breakthrough that comes years before experts predicted. Now, they're asking for proof.

Known Ransomware Attack Volume Breaks Monthly Record, Again

Hackers Hit Secure File Transfer Software Again and Again

Safe & Sound with Marianne Kolbasuk McGee

Insights on the security and privacy of healthcare information.

HIMSS23: Tackling Some of Healthcare's Top Cyber Challenges

Marianne Kolbasuk McGee • April 14, 2023

Most healthcare organizations allocate 6% or less of their information technology budget for cybersecurity, putting them at a disadvantage in their security defenses and for competitive hiring, according to a recent survey by the Healthcare Information Management Systems Society.

Virtual Summit Dives Into Healthcare Cybersecurity Issues

Tying Up Loose Ends for Health Data Privacy, Security

The Expert's View with Michael Novinson

Insights from industry experts

Why Palo Alto Is Eyeing Data Defense Firm Dig at $300M-$400M

Michael Novinson • September 27, 2023

A data security startup led by a Microsoft and Google veteran and backed by Samsung and CrowdStrike could soon be acquired by Palo Alto Networks. The company is in advanced talks to buy data security posture management startup Dig Security for between $300 million and $400 million.

Forecasts of SIEM Death Premature - Just Ask Cisco, Splunk

Why Palo Alto Is Eyeing Secure Browser Firm Talon for $600M

Industry Insights with Jon Moore

Insights and opinions from thought leaders representing the industry's services and solutions providers

Embracing Precision for Enhanced Security

Jon Moore • November 7, 2023

For over a decade, the HIPAA Security Rule has required covered entities and business associates to engage in risk analysis and management. But due to the recent surges in data breaches within the healthcare sector, it's time to embrace an information asset-based approach to risk analysis.