Risk management
A successful risk management plan helps enterprises identify, plan for and mitigate potential risks. Learn about the components of risk management programs, including penetration tests, vulnerability and risk assessments, frameworks, security awareness training and more.
Top Stories
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News
12 Jun 2026
It's time to update incident response for the AI era
Your latest cybersecurity incident might not be a threat actor, but an internal AI agent doing what it's authorized to do. Incident response must evolve to accommodate AI. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Jun 2026
How to build AI security guardrails without blocking innovation
To take advantage of opportunities AI might present -- without opening the door to a breach -- an organization needs to put the right guardrails in the right places. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 May 2023
Studies show ransomware has already caused patient deaths
No patient deaths have been definitively attributed to cyber attacks on hospitals, but some infosec experts say that statistical evidence shows a different, grim reality. Continue Reading
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News
26 Apr 2023
CISA aims to reduce email threats with serial CDR prototype
CISA officials at RSA Conference 2023 showed off a prototype designed to measure the risk of suspicious files and remove them from email and web services. Continue Reading
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News
26 Apr 2023
How ransomware victims can make the best of a bad situation
At RSA Conference 2023, Mandiant's Jibran Ilyas provided tips for ransomware victims that decide to pay, including a list of counterdemands to make to the threat actors. Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2023
RSAC panel warns AI poses unintended security consequences
A panel of experts at RSA conference 2023 warned of hallucinations and inherent biases but also said generative AI can assist in incident response and other security needs. Continue Reading
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News
25 Apr 2023
RSAC speaker offers ransomware victims unconventional advice
Triton Tech Consulting CEO Brandon Clark advised organizations to set aside the stigma of 'negotiating with terrorists' when deciding whether to pay a ransomware gang. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Apr 2023
How to build a cybersecurity deception program
In 'The Art of War,' Sun Tzu declared, 'All warfare is based on deception.' Learn how to apply this principle in the enterprise by building a cybersecurity deception program. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
14 Apr 2023
Pen testing amid the rise of AI-powered threat actors
The importance of pen testing continues to increase in the era of AI-powered attacks, along with red teaming, risk prioritization and well-defined goals for security teams. Continue Reading
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Tip
07 Apr 2023
5 ChatGPT security risks in the enterprise
Whether in the hands of cybercriminals or oblivious end users, ChatGPT introduces new security risks. Continue Reading
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Opinion
06 Apr 2023
Top RSA Conference 2023 trends and topics
Enterprise Strategy Group's Jack Poller outlines his picks for getting the most out of the 2023 RSA Conference, from keynotes to startups, AI, innovation and more. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Apr 2023
Why medical device vulnerabilities are hard to prioritize
Vulnerabilities in critical medical devices could lead to loss of life. But opinions are mixed on how serious the risk is to patient safety and how best to address the flaws. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Mar 2023
Vulnerability management vs. risk management, compared
Vulnerability management seeks out security weaknesses in an organization, while risk management involves looking holistically at how the company is running. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Mar 2023
Use zero-trust data management to better protect backups
Backup admins looking to protect data from bad actors can implement a zero-trust strategy for added protection. However, the method is not without its downsides. Continue Reading
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News
22 Mar 2023
Cyber insurance carriers expanding role in incident response
While cyber insurance has its benefits, infosec professionals expressed concern that carriers have too much influence over incident response decisions, especially with ransomware. Continue Reading
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Definition
07 Mar 2023
fuzz testing (fuzzing)
Fuzz testing (fuzzing) is a quality assurance technique used to discover coding errors or bugs and security loopholes in software, operating systems and networks. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Feb 2023
Web 3.0 security risks: What you need to know
Elements of the third version of the web are coming to fruition. But Web 3.0 also comes with new cybersecurity, financial and privacy threats besides the familiar risks of Web 2.0. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 Feb 2023
social media policy
A social media policy is a corporate code of conduct that provides guidelines for employees who post content on the internet either as part of their job or as a private person. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
18 Jan 2023
How to build a cyber-resilience culture in the enterprise
Discover how organizations can build a culture of cyber resilience by reducing risk, limiting damage, having a disaster recovery plan and assuming a cyber attack is coming. Continue Reading
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News
11 Jan 2023
Vulnerable software, low incident reporting raises risks
Beneath the buzz around tech innovations at CES were discussions about cybersecurity and how to prevent the next generation of tech from being just as vulnerable as the last. Continue Reading
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News
10 Jan 2023
BitSight, Schneider Electric partner to quantify OT risk
The new partnership aims to provide organizations with increased visibility and risk detection capabilities for operational technology environments and critical infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Feature
19 Dec 2022
11 cybersecurity predictions for 2023
Analysts and experts have looked into their crystal balls and made their cybersecurity predictions for 2023. Is your organization prepared if these predictions come true? Continue Reading
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News
02 Dec 2022
Experts argue 'sludge' could muck up cyber attacks
Network defenders can supplement their security postures with additional settings and policies that frustrate and discourage attackers, according to a new research paper. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
17 Nov 2022
Do companies need cyber insurance?
As cyber insurance costs rise, companies must determine whether they truly need cyber insurance to tackle their increased risk of cyber attacks. Continue Reading
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News
10 Nov 2022
Flashpoint launches new 'ransomware prediction model'
Flashpoint's new model assigns a 'ransomware likelihood' rating for vulnerabilities contained in the VulnDB database, which contains more than 300,000 flaws. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Oct 2022
Enterprise ransomware preparedness improving but still lacking
An Enterprise Strategy Group survey found enterprises are making strides in ransomware preparedness, but work remains to prevent and mitigate attacks. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Oct 2022
Top security-by-design frameworks
Following a security-by-design framework, or designing one specific to your company, is key to implanting security into every step of the software development lifecycle. Continue Reading
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Definition
14 Oct 2022
Wi-Fi Pineapple
A Wi-Fi Pineapple is a wireless auditing platform from Hak5 that allows network security administrators to conduct penetration tests. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
14 Oct 2022
The role of transparency in digital trust
To retain digital trust, organizations must be transparent in the aftermath of cybersecurity attacks and data breaches. Learn more about the roles of transparency in trust. Continue Reading
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Feature
11 Oct 2022
LinkedIn scams, fake Instagram accounts hit businesses, execs
Even the most secure business and executive social media accounts that have strong passwords and multifactor authentication are vulnerable to cloning schemes. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Sep 2022
Use shadow IT discovery to find unauthorized devices and apps
Shadow IT may be convenient for users, but it isn't for IT -- especially where security is concerned. Shadow IT discovery finds unmanaged devices and apps. Continue Reading
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Tip
14 Sep 2022
How to connect cyber-risk and climate risk strategies
Every business faces two global systemic risks: cybersecurity and climate change. Learn how to integrate these two areas of risk management for greater business resilience. Continue Reading
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Definition
08 Sep 2022
data integrity
Data integrity is the assurance that digital information is uncorrupted and can only be accessed or modified by those authorized to do so. Continue Reading
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News
01 Sep 2022
Researcher unveils smart lock hack for fingerprint theft
An academic researcher demonstrated how IoT smart locks could become tools for attackers to covertly steal fingerprints and potentially access more sensitive personal data. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Sep 2022
Cybersecurity budget breakdown and best practices
Once budget is secured, CISOs must figure out where it should be allocated -- as well as how to justify the costs. Get the lowdown on a cybersecurity budget breakdown here. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Aug 2022
Why security chaos engineering works, and how to do it right
While 'chaos' doesn't sound like something software security managers would want, chaos engineering has an enticing amount of value when it comes to identifying potential threats. Continue Reading
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Tip
18 Aug 2022
5 reasons to integrate ESG and cybersecurity
Every business faces global systemic risks, yet most have failed to integrate cybersecurity with ESG programs. Here are five reasons why integration makes good business sense. Continue Reading
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News
18 Aug 2022
Russian cyber attacks on Ukraine driven by government groups
Researchers with Trustwave say the cyber attacks against Ukraine are not the work of enlisted private hacking groups but Russian government intelligence agencies. Continue Reading
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Tip
17 Aug 2022
How to create a threat profile, with template
Read five key steps on how to create a threat profile, and get started making them customized to your organization with our free template. Continue Reading
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Tip
16 Aug 2022
How to ensure a secure metaverse in your organization
Before deploying your company's metaverse, follow these practices -- including inventorying vulnerabilities and developing T&Cs -- to proactively address metaverse security issues. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2022
For cyber insurance, some technology leads to higher premiums
Though cyber insurance demand is exceeding supply and companies might receive less coverage with higher premiums, experts say there are ways enterprises can reduce risk. Continue Reading
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News
16 Aug 2022
Zero Day Initiative seeing an increase in failed patches
In a Q&A with TechTarget Editorial, Trend Micro Zero Day Initiative's Brian Gorenc and Dustin Childs discuss incomplete patches and the value of personal researcher relations. Continue Reading
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News
11 Aug 2022
Researchers reveal Kubernetes security holes, prevention
Researchers with Palo Alto Networks took the stage at Black Hat to explain how configurations and system privileges in Kubernetes clusters can allow container escape and takeover. Continue Reading
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News
11 Aug 2022
Zero Day Initiative launches new bug disclosure timelines
The Trend Micro Zero Day Initiative's vulnerability disclosure policy will now mandate shorter disclosure windows for flaws believed to result from bypassed security patches. Continue Reading
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News
10 Aug 2022
Chris Krebs: It's still too hard to work with the government
Former CISA Director Chris Krebs offered multiple areas of improvement to the U.S. government's cyber readiness during a Black Hat 2022 keynote. Continue Reading
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News
09 Aug 2022
IT pros weigh COVID-19 risks, safety at tech conferences
Companies preparing to send employees to tech conferences should have a COVID-19 safety plan and prepare for the possibility that some workers will bring the virus back to the office. Continue Reading
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Tip
05 Aug 2022
5 data security challenges enterprises face today
Data empowers enterprises to succeed. But with great power comes great responsibility -- to keep that data secure. Here are five challenges today's businesses must meet. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Aug 2022
Cybersecurity lessons learned from COVID-19 pandemic
Cybersecurity lessons companies learn from the COVID-19 pandemic include having work-from-home preparations and developing disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Continue Reading
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Tip
02 Aug 2022
Data masking vs. data encryption: How do they differ?
Discover how the data security techniques of data masking and data encryption compare, while also learning about different types of both and their use cases. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Jul 2022
SSH key management best practices and implementation tips
SSH connects key systems and the people and processes necessary to keep them functioning. Learn how to use SSH key management best practices to protect your systems and network. Continue Reading
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Definition
22 Jul 2022
insider threat
An insider threat is a category of risk posed by those who have access to an organization's physical or digital assets. Continue Reading
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Feature
20 Jul 2022
VMDR: Inside vulnerability management, detection and response
VMDR offers automated asset identification, threat prioritization and patch management. But do companies need another vulnerability management tool? Continue Reading
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News
13 Jul 2022
Supreme Court justices doxxed on dark web
Five conservative Supreme Court justices were reportedly doxxed by threat actors that claim to have obtained credit card numbers, addresses and other information. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Jul 2022
Top 7 types of data security technology
These seven types of data security technologies -- from encryption to masking -- will better protect customer and enterprise data from inappropriate and unauthorized access and use. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jul 2022
Early detection crucial in stopping BEC scams
Cofense Intelligence studied hundreds of business email compromise attacks and found that most scams attempt to establish trust with targeted employees over multiple emails. Continue Reading
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News
30 Jun 2022
SANS Institute: Human error remains the top security issue
The SANS Institute's annual report on security awareness found that human risk is still the biggest source of data breaches and security issues for enterprises. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jun 2022
A guide to MSP patch management best practices
As software patch management challenges mount, industry experts offer advice to MSPs on prioritizing system risk levels, selecting proper tools and testing patches internally. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Jun 2022
Top 4 best practices to secure the SDLC
NIST's Secure Software Development Framework is a set of practices for mitigating software vulnerabilities. Learn about the top SDLC best practices included in this framework. Continue Reading
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News
22 Jun 2022
Proofpoint: Social engineering attacks slipping past users
Executives, administrators and network defenders overlook the severity of many of the most effective social engineering tools, Proofpoint cautions. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
21 Jun 2022
How to address security risks in GPS-enabled devices
GPS-enabled devices not only pose personal risks but also pose risks to organizations. Learn about the security risks associated with tracking devices and how to address them. Continue Reading
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News
20 Jun 2022
Cleveland BSides takes heat for Chris Hadnagy appearance
The Cleveland BSides security conference is experiencing turmoil after booking a 'surprise' keynote speaker who was recently barred from DEF CON for misconduct. Continue Reading
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News
17 Jun 2022
Hertzbleed disclosure raises questions for Intel
Hertzbleed, a family of new side-channel attacks, was first reported to Intel in the third quarter of 2021, and it's unclear why it was kept under embargo for so long. Continue Reading
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News
08 Jun 2022
SANS lists bad backups, cloud abuse as top cyberthreats
A panel of experts from the SANS Institute took the stage at RSA Conference 2022 to weigh in on some of the biggest threats and risks facing security teams. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2022
Microsoft flags common pitfalls for cyber insurance
Cyber insurance is getting more expensive and tougher to acquire. At RSA Conference 2022, Microsoft's Cynthia James discussed the common mistakes made when obtaining coverage. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2022
Ransomware Task Force calls for better incident reporting
Michael Phillips, co-chair of the Ransomware Task Force and chief claims officer at Resilience, pointed to a 'data gap' that prohibits a complete picture of the ransomware problem. Continue Reading
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News
07 Jun 2022
DNI Avril Haines: Cybersecurity is getting harder
During her RSA Conference 2022 keynote, the U.S. Director of National Intelligence discussed the increase in cyber threats, from nation-state attacks to commercial hacking tools. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Jun 2022
How to design architecture for enterprise wireless security
Learn about a five-phase design methodology that will help your company plan for and create an enterprise wireless security architecture. Continue Reading
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Feature
01 Jun 2022
Implementing wireless security in the enterprise
Learn how to properly secure your enterprise wireless network while considering UX, zero trust and commonly overlooked architectural mistakes. Continue Reading
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Tip
26 May 2022
Top 4 source code security best practices
Software supply chain attacks are on the rise. Follow these source code best practices to protect both in-house and third-party code. Continue Reading
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News
26 May 2022
'Pantsdown' BMC vulnerability still present in Quanta servers
Eclypsium found that a critical security flaw first disclosed in 2019 remains exposed in many internet-facing servers, leaving networks at risk for remote code execution attacks. Continue Reading
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Tip
19 May 2022
How to conduct a cyber-war gaming exercise
A successful cyber-war game can help organizations find weaknesses in their system but only if the right participants are involved and an after-action review is completed. Continue Reading
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News
17 May 2022
North Korean IT workers targeting US enterprises
North Korean nationals are looking to land jobs at U.S. and European companies to collect sensitive data that could help the reclusive government's military programs. Continue Reading
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Feature
02 May 2022
Do phishing simulations work? Sometimes
Phishing simulations are becoming increasingly popular to pinpoint which employees fall victim to scams, but their effectiveness and morality have been called into question. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Apr 2022
Case study: Why it's difficult to attribute nation-state attacks
If two attacks look similar, don't assume they're from the same attacker. It's difficult to attribute nation-state attacks, as evidenced by the notorious 2016 Odinaff malware. Continue Reading
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Feature
28 Apr 2022
Tips for using a threat profile to prevent nation-state attacks
Is your organization concerned about state-sponsored attacks? Threat profiling can help prevent nation-state attacks. Get advice on how to create an effective threat profile. Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2022
Phishing attacks benefiting from shady SEO practices
Cybercriminals running phishing operations are now making use of SEO specialists that break Google's rules to get themselves placed above legitimate search results to lure victims. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Apr 2022
How to conduct Linux privilege escalations
Learn how to conduct Linux kernel exploitation with Metasploit and manually, as well as how to identify vulnerabilities on Linux using enumeration scripts. Continue Reading
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Feature
27 Apr 2022
Why companies should focus on preventing privilege escalation
If attackers can elevate privileges once inside a system, their access can be unlimited. Discover common privilege escalation techniques and how to mitigate them. Continue Reading
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Tip
27 Apr 2022
Best practices for creating an insider threat program
A thorough insider threat program includes plan preparation, threat assessment, and plan review and renewal. Learn how to implement this three-step model to protect your company. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Apr 2022
An introduction to binary diffing for ethical hackers
Binary diffing is a useful tool in the ethical hacker's arsenal. This excerpt teaches aspiring penetration testers and red teamers how to get started. Continue Reading
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Feature
22 Apr 2022
Unethical vulnerability disclosures 'a disgrace to our field'
The cybersecurity field needs more people who use their powers for good, the lead author of Gray Hat Hacking: The Ethical Hacker's Handbook, Sixth Edition says. Continue Reading
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News
21 Apr 2022
Zero-day vulnerability exploitation soaring, experts say
Researchers with Mandiant and Google Project Zero say they observed significant increases in exploitation of zero-day vulnerabilities over the past year. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Apr 2022
7 best practices for Web3 security risk mitigation
Tech builders and businesses evaluating decentralized technologies should keep these seven Web3 security best practices in mind to help mitigate traditional and novel cyber threats. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Apr 2022
Traditional IT vs. critical infrastructure cyber-risk assessments
When it comes to critical infrastructure cybersecurity, the stakes are uniquely high. Assessing associated cyber-risk, in turn, is uniquely challenging. Continue Reading
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News
15 Apr 2022
Corvus: Ransomware costs, ransom payments declining
Cyber insurance provider Corvus examined how the cost of ransomware attacks declined over the past year and a half and what it means for different industries moving forward. Continue Reading
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Opinion
14 Apr 2022
Making sense of conflicting third-party security assessments
Third-party security assessments from different sources may not always agree, but that doesn't mean they can be ignored. Learn how Mitre ATT&CK can provide perspective. Continue Reading
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News
12 Apr 2022
Ukraine energy grid hit by Russian Industroyer2 malware
The 2016 malware known as 'Industroyer' has resurfaced in a new series of targeted attacks against industrial controller hardware at a Ukraine power company. Continue Reading
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News
05 Apr 2022
German authorities behead dark web Hydra Market
Police in Germany raided facilities hosting the infamous Hydra Market site as part of an international effort to crack down on dark web forums and marketplaces. Continue Reading
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Feature
05 Apr 2022
How effective is security awareness training? Not enough
Annual security awareness trainings do little to improve security. Learn why they aren't helpful, and discover steps to improve your organization's training program. Continue Reading
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News
29 Mar 2022
Rapid7 finds zero-day attacks surged in 2021
Cybercriminals are turning bugs into exploits faster than ever, according to Rapid7, which found that the average time to known exploitation dropped 71% last year. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Mar 2022
Cryptocurrency cyber attacks on the rise as industry expands
Consumers, businesses and governments are finding new ways to use cryptocurrency, but a recent string of cyber attacks has highlighted security risks and shortcomings. Continue Reading
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Tip
25 Mar 2022
6 types of insider threats and how to prevent them
From disgruntled employees to compromised users to third-party vendors, here are six types of insider threats and best practices to mitigate the issues. Continue Reading
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News
24 Mar 2022
North Korean hackers exploited Chrome zero-day for 6 weeks
Google researchers say a Chrome zero-day bug stemming from a use-after-free error was exploited by North Korean hackers against both media and financial targets earlier this year. Continue Reading
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News
16 Mar 2022
LokiLocker ransomware crew bursts onto the scene
The mysterious LokiLocker ransomware group caught the attention of BlackBerry researchers, who say the outfit could become the next cybercrime group to menace enterprises. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
16 Mar 2022
5 cybersecurity myths and how to address them
These myths persist due to misinformation and a lack of cybersecurity awareness. Continue Reading
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News
14 Mar 2022
Cyber insurance war exclusions loom amid Ukraine crisis
Changes in insurance exemptions for acts of war reflect an increase in damages caused to enterprises related to state-sponsored cyber attacks. Continue Reading
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Answer
10 Mar 2022
Use microsegmentation to mitigate lateral attacks
Attackers will get into a company's system sooner or later. Limit their potential damage by isolating zones with microsegmentation to prevent lateral movement. Continue Reading
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News
09 Mar 2022
Immersive Labs: Average cyberthreat response takes 96 days
Immersive Labs' Cyber Workforce Benchmark found that some critical threats, including a zero-day vulnerability, took an average of six months to fully address. Continue Reading
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Feature
03 Mar 2022
How to stop malicious or accidental privileged insider attacks
How many permissions or privileges a user has will affect how big of an insider threat they are. Discover the issues surrounding privileged users and how to curtail these threats. Continue Reading
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Definition
02 Mar 2022
North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC CIP)
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation Critical Infrastructure Protection (NERC CIP) plan is a set of standards aimed at regulating, enforcing, monitoring and managing the security of the Bulk Electric System (BES) in North America. Continue Reading
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Definition
28 Feb 2022
risk assessment framework (RAF)
A risk assessment framework (RAF) is a strategy for prioritizing and sharing information about the security risks to an information technology (IT) infrastructure. Continue Reading
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Guest Post
25 Feb 2022
4 tips for selecting cybersecurity insurance
Choosing a cybersecurity insurance provider can be a daunting and complex task. Follow this advice to select the best policy -- and provider -- for your business. Continue Reading