Cynthia Brumfield
Cynthia Brumfield is a veteran communications and technology analyst who is currently focused on cybersecurity. She runs a cybersecurity news destination site, Metacurity.com.
Feds seize $2.3 million in cryptocurrency wallet reportedly used in Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack
The successful seizure could encourage other victims to better cooperate with federal agencies and cause ransomware gangs to rethink their operations.
TSA’s pipeline cybersecurity directive is just a first step experts say
The new, hastily announced security directive requires US pipeline companies to appoint a cybersecurity coordinator and report possible breaches within 12 hours.
How the post-pandemic world will challenge CISOs
More permanent remote workers, requirements for protecting health data, and a more dangerous threat landscape await security teams as the COVID crisis ends.
SolarWinds, Exchange attacks revive calls for mandatory breach notification, better information sharing
Strong two-way communication between government and the private sector combined with a clear national breach notification policy will put a dent in cybercrime, experts say.
Biden administration releases ambitious cybersecurity executive order
Though lacking in definitional clarity, this new executive order might be more effective than past federal efforts, especially in the wake of the Colonial Pipeline attack.
Colonial Pipeline shutdown highlights need for better OT cybersecurity practices
Experts weigh in on what the Colonial attack teaches critical infrastructure providers about preparation and incident response.
Task force proposes framework for combatting ransomware
A diverse coalition of experts from business and the public sector present 48 recommendations for solving the ransomware crisis, including international cooperation and regulating cryptocurrencies.
Biden administration releases 100-day plan to address electric system cybersecurity risks
The plan focuses largely on supply chain risks to the electric grid, requests input on the DOE's role in coordinating cybersecurity efforts.
US sanctions Russian government, security firms for SolarWinds breach, election interference
The Biden administration places economic sanctions on Russian government organizations, individuals, and companies including several security firms.
Experts fear that Biden’s cybersecurity executive order will repeat mistakes of the past
President Biden is expected to issue an executive order soon in response to the SolarWinds and Exchange Server attacks. Leaked details suggest it might not focus on the most effective actions.
States enact safe harbor laws against cyberattacks, but demand adoption of cybersecurity frameworks
Connecticut might soon follow Ohio and Utah by enacting a law that offers liability protection against ransomware and other cyberattacks, but only if victims follow security best practices.
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