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Report highlights serious cybersecurity issues with US defense contractors
The CyberSheath report found that US defense contractors are “woefully unprepared” and often don’t meet even the most basic security requirements that would keep military secrets safe.
GAO report: government departments need dedicated leaders to oversee privacy goals
A US Government Accountability Office report is calling for a host of changes to improve privacy within various federal agencies and departments. How those changes get implemented will depend largely on the establishment of new...
Security by design vital to protecting IoT, smart cities around the world, says CEO of UK NCSC
UK National Cyber Security Centre’s Lindy Cameron calls for clear, workable international standards to improve the cybersecurity of the internet of things (IoT), connected devices, and smart cities.
How Costa Rica found itself at war over ransomware
Costa Rica failed to implement the cyber-preparedness strategy that it laid out five years ago and now serves as an example not only to other Latin American nations but also to the world.
Australia’s election officials brace for interference, both foreign and technological
The risk of social-media manipulation exacerbates the fallout from an online-voting disaster.
Cybersecurity lies at the heart of Australia’s updated Digital Government Strategy
Standards, policies, and new Cyber Hubs lead the rush to be fully digital by 2025.
California state CISO: the goal is “operating as a whole government”
Partnerships with other state entities elevate security capabilities and enhance information sharing to provide better security overall, says California state CISO Vitaliy Panych.
E-government: Australia experiences the risks while seeking better digital identity methods
Not all government services are handling citizen credentials well even as digital services grow, but Services Australia is working to change that.
NSW agencies fear cyberattacks after report finds ‘significant weaknesses’
The nine state government agencies audited asked the auditor general to not report the findings to Parliament, fearing it would expose weaknesses to cyberattackers.
GAO report faults CIOs, OMB for slow adoption of cybersecurity recommendations
The US agency highlight four areas where cybersecurity gaps in federal agencies threaten national security. Cites OMB for not helping CIOs get available funds.
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FISMA basics: What federal agencies and contractors need to know
FISMA, or the Federal Information Security Management Act, is a U.S. federal law passed in 2002 that seeks to establish guidelines and cybersecurity standards for government tech infrastructure, and in so doing protect government...
Tech Primer
What it takes to become an information assurance analyst
This in-demand role calls for a rare combination of superior communication skills and security chops. Learn how one information assurance analyst landed his current job, the skills and training that helped him get there, and where his...
Tech Primer
Fraud prevention: Improving internal controls
Internal fraud controls aren't fire-and-forget. Smart collaboration and ongoing improvement will help keep fraud in check. Here are the basics.
Tech Primer
How to write an information security policy
Learn the critical first step, why consensus is key, what to cover and how make your information security policy — and program — effective.
Tech Primer
Red team versus blue team: How to run an effective simulation
Playing the role of an attacker can make your team better at defense. Learn how in our step-by-step guide to war gaming your security infrastructure — from involving the right people to weighing a hypothetical vs. live event.
Tech Primer
How to survive (and thrive) in the CISO hot seat
The CISO role is more varied and more pressure-filled than ever. CSO Online looks at how you can be successful in a post where security incidents and management feuds can cost you your job.
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Special report: platforms play big in the cloud
This latest report in our C-Suite 360 series takes a full-spectrum look at the opportunities and risks in cloud computing, offering up the expert information your organization needs to set its cloud strategy.
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Research report: IT security's looming tipping point
Even as security draws board-level attention, many IT professionals give their organizations’ infosec practices low marks. This special report from CIO, CSO and Computerworld reveals how to tip the balance in the right direction.