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• How to conduct a cyber-resilience assessment

  It's a good cyber hygiene practice to periodically review your organization's cybersecurity plans and procedures. Use this checklist to guide your cyber-resilience assessment.  Continue Reading

• Negotiating a golden parachute clause in a CISO contract

  If a CISO becomes the company scapegoat after a security incident, a strong golden parachute clause can mean the difference between a soft landing and a hard crash.  Continue Reading

• 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

• Top metaverse cybersecurity challenges to consider

  The metaverse introduces cybersecurity problems companies must address, from identity and privacy to moderation and physical security.  Continue Reading

• Key software patch testing best practices

  Every company has to update and patch its software, but unless the process is carefully managed, serious problems can occur. How can you make sure you're following the right steps?  Continue Reading

• 7 enterprise patch management best practices

  It might not be the most exciting responsibility, but the value of a well-executed patch management strategy can't be denied. Use these best practices to build a smooth process.  Continue Reading

• How hackers use AI and machine learning to target enterprises

  AI benefits security teams and cybercriminals alike. Learn how hackers use AI and machine learning to target enterprises, and get tips on preventing AI-focused cyber attacks.  Continue Reading

• How to evaluate security service edge products

  As organizations become more cloud-centric and adapt to remote work, a new technique known as security service edge is gaining traction.  Continue Reading

• 3 steps for CDOs to ensure data sovereignty in the cloud

  Data sovereignty regulations, combined with a tsunami of data growth and increased cloud usage, have created a perfect storm that chief data officers must manage.  Continue Reading

• 11 open source automated penetration testing tools

  From Nmap to Wireshark to Jok3r, these open source automated pen testing tools help companies determine how successful their security strategies are at protecting their networks.  Continue Reading

• 8 benefits of DevSecOps automation

  DevSecOps automation can help organizations scale development while adding security, as well as uniformly adopt security features and reduce remedial tasks.  Continue Reading

• How to get started with multi-cloud threat hunting

  More clouds mean a bigger attack surface. It also complicates how companies can accurately hunt for potential threats. But there are steps to take that can reduce the risk.  Continue Reading

• 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

• Prepare for deepfake phishing attacks in the enterprise

  Deepfake phishing has already cost at least one company $243,000. Learn how cybersecurity leaders can train users to recognize this emerging attack vector.  Continue Reading

• How to counter insider threats in the software supply chain

  Insider threats extend beyond employees within your company to include people working at partners and third parties. Learn about these insider threats in the software supply chain.  Continue Reading

• 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

• How micropatching could help close the security update gap

  Countless known but unpatched vulnerabilities pose significant, ongoing risk to the typical enterprise. Learn how micropatching could help close the security update gap.  Continue Reading

• 3 ways to apply security by design in the cloud

  Applying security-by-design principles to the cloud may not seem straightforward, but there are several ways to do so. These three areas are a good place to start.  Continue Reading

• The top secure software development frameworks

  Keeping security top of mind when developing software is paramount. Learn how to incorporate security into the SDLC with the top secure software development frameworks.  Continue Reading

• How to implement an attack surface management program

  Keeping attackers away from corporate assets means keeping a constant vigilance over the organization's attack surface. An attack surface management program can help.  Continue Reading

• Is cloud critical infrastructure? Prep now for provider outages

  The cloud has quickly become critical infrastructure to many organizations. Learn about the top cloud provider outages, and discover tips on preventing disruption during downtime.  Continue Reading

• 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

• 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

• 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

• EDR vs. XDR vs. MDR: Which does your company need?

  Explore the differences and similarities between EDR vs. XDR vs. MDR and the role they play to help improve behavioral analysis for better threat response.  Continue Reading

• The benefits and challenges of managed PKIs

  Managing a public key infrastructure is a difficult task. Discover the benefits and challenges of PKI as a service to determine if managed PKI would benefit your organization.  Continue Reading

• 6 enterprise secure file transfer best practices

  Employees can share files with the click of a button -- but don't let the efficiency fool you. Use these secure file transfer best practices to avoid exposing confidential data.  Continue Reading

• What is cybersecurity mesh and how can it help you?

  The concept of cybersecurity mesh could help solve and simplify issues created by multi-cloud deployments and the increase in remote work environments.  Continue Reading

• Should companies ask for a SaaS software bill of materials?

  Though it isn't commonplace to ask for a SaaS software bill of materials, one can be beneficial for both SaaS providers and their customers. Learn why.  Continue Reading

• Pen testing guide: Types, steps, methodologies and frameworks

  Penetration testing helps organizations find security vulnerabilities before hackers do. Uncover details about pen testing steps, methodologies, frameworks and standards.  Continue Reading

• How to put cybersecurity sustainability into practice

  Cybersecurity sustainability practices involve mitigating cyber-risk without burning out people -- or burning through resources. Explore what that looks like on the ground.  Continue Reading

• Top 7 enterprise cybersecurity challenges in 2022

  Security teams faced unprecedented challenges in 2021. The year ahead appears no less daunting. Here are the cybersecurity trends and safeguards to take into account in 2022.  Continue Reading

• Review Microsoft Defender for endpoint security pros and cons

  Microsoft wants to make Defender the only endpoint security product companies need, but does the good outweigh the bad? Read up on its features and pitfalls.  Continue Reading

• 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

• How to overcome GDPR compliance challenges

  As GDPR fines and penalties increase, organizations must prioritize compliance to avoid financial and reputational damages. Learn about the top challenges and their solutions.  Continue Reading

• 2 zero-trust cloud security models emerge as demands shift

  Security teams are beefing up enterprise defenses as cloud services become more essential. Zero trust -- tailored to assets, as well as users -- is an integral part of the equation.  Continue Reading

• 3 benefits of sustainable cybersecurity in the enterprise

  Sustainable cybersecurity means taking the long view on cyber-risk mitigation. Explore the technical, financial, societal and reputational wins it can net for the enterprise.  Continue Reading

• How endpoint encryption works in a data security strategy

  Companies should use encryption to keep data on endpoints protected should an attacker successfully get hold of a device or breach enterprise security measures.  Continue Reading

• Top 3 Web3 security and business risks

  The third iteration of the internet is quickly coming to fruition. With Web3 comes an evolution in business risks, however, as well as susceptibility to traditional risks.  Continue Reading

• How to write an information security policy, plus templates

  Infosec policies are key to any enterprise security program. Read up on types of security policies and how to write one, and download free templates to start the drafting process.  Continue Reading

• Explaining the differences between SASE vs. SSE

  Most security professionals are familiar with Secure Access Service Edge, but now there's a new tool for administrators to consider: security service edge.  Continue Reading

• Top DevSecOps certifications and trainings

  Check out some of the top DevSecOps certifications and trainings that can help professionals learn how to shift security left in the software development lifecycle.  Continue Reading

• 10 cybersecurity certifications to boost your career in 2022

  A consensus of industry professionals rank these 10 security certifications as the most coveted by employers and security pros.  Continue Reading

• Privacy-enhancing technology types and use cases

  Data is key to companies' success, but maintaining its privacy and ensuring regulatory compliance is difficult. Learn about privacy-enhancing technologies that keep data protected.  Continue Reading

• Pave a path to cybersecurity and physical security convergence

  Physical security doesn't get the attention cybersecurity does, but that gap poses significant risks. Find out what you can do to better protect your organization's assets.  Continue Reading

• Crosswalk cloud compliance to ensure consistency

  Combining a risk management framework with security policies can be tricky, but crosswalking -- especially in the cloud -- can help address inconsistencies and maintain compliance.  Continue Reading

• How to use PKI to secure remote network access

  Public key infrastructure is a more secure option than password-based or multifactor authentication. Learn how those benefits can extend to remote employees and access.  Continue Reading

• Top 6 critical infrastructure cyber-risks

  Cyber attacks on critical infrastructure assets can cause enormous and life-threatening consequences. Discover the top cyber-risks to critical infrastructure here.  Continue Reading

• Top 12 cybersecurity online courses for 2022

  Our panel of leading experts picked the best free and paid online cybersecurity courses for working professionals advancing their careers and newbies breaking into the field.  Continue Reading

• 10 API security testing tools to mitigate risk

  Securing APIs properly requires testing throughout their design lifecycle. Explore the leading tools that enable automated, continuous API security testing.  Continue Reading

• Why companies need cybersecurity and cyber resilience

  Companies need cybersecurity and cyber-resilience plans to not only protect against attacks, but also mitigate damage in the aftermath of a successful one.  Continue Reading

• Top 5 essential open source cybersecurity tools for 2022

  Some of the open source tools highlighted in our top five list have been around for decades; others are relatively new. Each has proven to be highly useful and valuable.  Continue Reading

• 6 blockchain use cases for cybersecurity

  Is blockchain secure by design, or should blockchains be designed for security? Learn more through these six security and privacy use cases for blockchain.  Continue Reading

• How to successfully scale software bills of materials usage

  Companies must plan properly when implementing software bills of materials at scale. Accomplish these three goals to keep SBOMs updated, accurate and actionable, despite complexity.  Continue Reading

• The 8 best cloud security certifications for IT pros in 2022

  Certifications can help security pros prove their baseline knowledge of infosec topics. Consider adding these top cloud security certifications to your arsenal.  Continue Reading

• How to find ransomware cyber insurance coverage in 2022

  It's harder to buy cyber insurance coverage for ransomware attacks in 2022. Our expert reviews what to look for in a policy, how to qualify and how to get the most out of it.  Continue Reading

• 8 best practices for blockchain security

  In a world of decentralized record-keeping, remember all emerging technologies come with their own security risks. Follow these eight best practices to minimize the risk.  Continue Reading

• Protect APIs against attacks with this security testing guide

  API security cannot be overlooked. Learn how security testing can detect API vulnerabilities and weaknesses before attackers can take advantage of them.  Continue Reading

• Build a strong cyber-resilience strategy with existing tools

  Existing security protocols and processes can be combined to build a cyber-resilience framework, but understanding how these components relate to each other is key.  Continue Reading

• How to start implementing passwordless authentication today

  Everyone is tired of passwords, but a truly passwordless world isn't quite there yet. Learn what options companies currently have to implement passwordless authentication.  Continue Reading

• Top cloud security standards and frameworks to consider

  Cloud security standards and frameworks are key to securing systems and maintaining privacy. Read up on available options and advice for selecting the best for your organization.  Continue Reading

• Introduction to automated penetration testing

  Automated penetration testing, which speeds up the process for companies and vendors, is maturing. Is it ready to close the time gap between vulnerability discovery and mitigation?  Continue Reading

• 4 software supply chain security best practices

  The increasing complexity of software supply chains makes it difficult for companies to understand all its components. Learn how to find vulnerabilities before attackers.  Continue Reading

• Cloud-native security architecture principles and controls

  Building a sound cloud security framework is challenging, and it's even more so when implementing a cloud-native architecture. Here are steps you can take to make the job easier.  Continue Reading

• 3 areas privacy and cybersecurity teams should collaborate

  Organizations can get a lot of value by having their privacy and cybersecurity teams work closely together. Collaborating on compliance objectives is just one benefit.  Continue Reading

• Allowlisting vs. blocklisting: Benefits and challenges

  Allowlisting and blocklisting are key components of access control. Learn the benefits and challenges of each approach and why a combination of the two is often the best strategy.  Continue Reading

• 7 API security testing best practices, with checklist

  APIs are an increasingly common attack vector for malicious actors. Use our API security testing checklist and best practices to protect your organization and its data.  Continue Reading

• Cybersecurity asset management takes ITAM to the next level

  Security pros need to focus on cybersecurity asset management for devices, services and the vendors that can help. Use our checklist to find out how and where to start.  Continue Reading

• 10 common types of malware attacks and how to prevent them

  The umbrella term malware is one of the greatest cybersecurity threats enterprises face. Learn about 10 common types of malware and how to prevent them.  Continue Reading

• 5 ways to automate security testing in DevSecOps

  Read up on five areas of DevSecOps that benefit from security testing automation, such as code quality checking, web application scanning and vulnerability scanning.  Continue Reading

• How to mitigate Log4Shell, the Log4j vulnerability

  The easy-to-exploit Log4j vulnerability known as Log4Shell is dangerous and must be dealt with as soon as possible. Get pointers on how to mitigate and monitor the threat.  Continue Reading

• Top 10 IT security frameworks and standards explained

  Several IT security frameworks and cybersecurity standards are available to help protect company data. Here's advice for choosing the right one for your organization.  Continue Reading

• Enterprise cybersecurity hygiene checklist for 2022

  Enterprise cybersecurity hygiene must be a shared responsibility between employees and employers. Follow these steps to get the job done by both.  Continue Reading

• Top 4 cloud misconfigurations and best practices to avoid them

  Cloud security means keeping a close eye on how cloud resources and assets are configured. Some simple steps can keep you safe from hackers and other malicious activities.  Continue Reading

• Use these 6 user authentication types to secure networks

  One layer of security that all networks and applications need is authentication. Read up on six authentication types, from 2FA to biometrics to certificates.  Continue Reading

• 4 API authentication methods to better protect data in transit

  The API attack surface isn't always well protected. Learn about the authentication methods your company can use to secure its APIs.  Continue Reading

• Why you need an email security policy and how to build one

  Companies must have an effective security policy in place to keep email protected from cybercriminals and employee misuse. Learn the best route to build one for your company.  Continue Reading

• Cybersecurity employee training: How to build a solid plan

  Cybersecurity training often misses the mark, while threats continue to grow. Succeed where others have failed by keeping training fresh, current and real. Here's how.  Continue Reading

• Top 11 email security best practices for 2022

  Attackers exploit email every day to break into corporate networks, but the risk can be reduced by promoting 11 email security best practices.  Continue Reading

• How to get started with attack surface reduction

  Attack surface reduction and management are vital to any security team's toolbox. Learn what ASR is and how it complements existing vulnerability management products.  Continue Reading

• Security log management and logging best practices

  Learn how to conduct security log management that provides visibility into IT infrastructure activities and traffic, improves troubleshooting and prevents service disruptions.  Continue Reading

• Top blockchain security attacks, hacks and issues

  These five factors have created issues for the blockchain security landscape. Learn more about blockchain hacks and attacks and how they will affect the future of Web3.  Continue Reading

• How to create a company password policy, with template

  Use these guidelines and our free template to ensure your company's password policy sets the ground rules for strong and effective password creation and use.  Continue Reading

• How SBOMs for cybersecurity reduce software vulnerabilities

  With SBOMs, companies will know what components constitute the software they purchase, making it easier for security teams to understand and manage vulnerabilities and risks.  Continue Reading

• Top 5 password hygiene tips and best practices

  Passwords enable users to access important accounts and data -- making them attractive targets to attackers, too. Follow these password hygiene tips to keep your organization safe.  Continue Reading

• How to overcome 3 multi-tenancy security issues

  Explore three major multi-tenancy security challenges and how to fix them, including lack of visibility, privilege overallocation and poor data security management.  Continue Reading

• Steps for building a privacy program, plus checklist

  Organizations need to prioritize privacy now more than ever. Follow these steps, and use our checklist to create a privacy program that ensures compliance and mitigates threats.  Continue Reading

• 7 best practices to ensure GDPR compliance

  Complying with the EU's GDPR data privacy mandates remains challenging. These best practices -- such as hiring a data protection officer and classifying data -- can help.  Continue Reading

• Adopt 5 best practices for hybrid workplace model security

  As hybrid workforce models become the norm due to the pandemic, enterprises should look to best practices to ensure secure unified access for on-premises and WFH employees.  Continue Reading

• 5 IT security policy best practices

  As businesses and technologies grow and evolve, it's important IT security policies do, too. Follow these five best practices to ensure policies are fresh and relevant.  Continue Reading

• What is attack surface management and why is it necessary?

  Attack surface management approaches security from the attacker's perspective. Discover how ASM can help better secure your organization's sprawling assets and resources.  Continue Reading

• Evaluate cloud database security controls, best practices

  If your company is using a cloud database provider, it's critical to stay on top of security. Review the security features offered by managed and traditional cloud storage services.  Continue Reading

• 5 open source offensive security tools for red teaming

  To be an effective red teamer, you need the right tools in your arsenal. These are five of the open source offensive security tools worth learning.  Continue Reading

• How to evaluate and deploy an XDR platform

  Not all extended detection and response platforms are created equal. Don't take the XDR plunge before knowing exactly what to look for in an XDR platform.  Continue Reading

• How to create a ransomware incident response plan

  A ransomware incident response plan may be the difference between surviving an attack and shuttering operations. Read key planning steps, and download a free template to get started.  Continue Reading

• How to prevent ransomware: 6 key steps to safeguard assets

  Ransomware can cost companies billions in damage. Incorporate these ransomware prevention best practices to keep attackers out.  Continue Reading

• The benefits of an IT management response

  Many organizations create management responses to traditional audit findings. But did you know organizations can do them after IT audits and assessments, too?  Continue Reading

• Should companies pay after ransomware attacks? Is it illegal?

  It's not a question of whether a company will fall prey to ransomware, but when. Executives should focus on deciding to pay or not pay the ransom and on any legal fallout.  Continue Reading

• SIEM vs. SOAR vs. XDR: Evaluate the differences

  SIEM, SOAR and XDR share similar definitions, but each has distinct drawbacks. Learn what each offers and how they differ for help deciding which to deploy in your company.  Continue Reading

• All about cloud-native application protection platforms

  The cloud-native application protection platform, or CNAPP, is the latest in a slew of cloud security acronyms. Learn what it is and why the concept should stick around.  Continue Reading