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AI Security Alliance urges clarity for buying AI security tools

Vendors and customers must be aware of potential gaps between expectations and reality in the sale or purchase of AI cybersecurity products, an AI security expert advises.

By Michael Heller • March 27, 2020

Cisco security GM discusses plan for infosec domination

At RSA Conference 2020, Gee Rittenhouse, senior vice president and general manager of Cisco's security group, talks about the company's strategy to reshape the infosec industry.

By Rob Wright • March 24, 2020

What’s the biggest cybersecurity threat in 2020? Experts weigh in

At RSA Conference 2020, SearchSecurity asked several experts what they considered to be the biggest cybersecurity threat this year. Here's what they said.

By Alexander Culafi • March 9, 2020

Amid expansion, BlackBerry security faces branding dilemma

BlackBerry continues its push into security by addressing a number of endpoint devices. But analysts discuss whether the former mobile device maker has a perception problem.

By Alexander Culafi • March 5, 2020

Tips for cybersecurity pandemic planning in the workplace

Is your security team prepared for a workplace pandemic? This guidance will ensure your company's cybersecurity posture can be maintained despite a potentially severe health event.

By Paul Kirvan • March 4, 2020

Balance fraud compliance and prevention with these tips

IT leaders must be vigilant against cyberfraud. Use this list of fraud compliance statutes and prevention tips to protect IT resources, customers and your company's reputation.

By Paul Kirvan • March 3, 2020

RSA Conference panel tackles Huawei security risks

Four panelists discussed the ban on the world's largest telecommunications equipment manufacturer in relation to to supply chain risk.

By Arielle Waldman • Feb. 28, 2020

Thoma Bravo’s Sophos acquisition near completion

SearchSecurity has learned completion of the Sophos acquisition is imminent, though the endpoint security vendor says the deal has not officially closed.

By Alexander Culafi • Feb. 28, 2020

Good cybersecurity thesis topics for a master’s degree

Writing a master's thesis? A strong topic positions you for academic and professional success, while a weak one promises to make an already intensive process arduous at best.

By Alissa Irei • Feb. 26, 2020

RSA Security president: We’re excited about sale to STG

In his RSA Conference keynote, Rohit Ghai didn't say much about his company's sale to a private equity firm, instead urging attendees to focus on the 'human element' of security.

By Rob Wright • Feb. 25, 2020

AT&T bows out of RSA Conference 2020

AT&T announced it's skipping RSA Conference 2020 due to coronavirus concerns, bringing the total number of exhibitors that have dropped out of this year's conference to 13.

By Alexander Culafi • Feb. 20, 2020

Zero-trust model case study: One CISO’s experience

Adopting a zero-trust environment was the right move for GitLab, according to the company's former security chief, but it may not be well suited for all enterprises.

By Mary Pratt • Feb. 18, 2020

Dell sells RSA Security to private equity firm for $2 billion

With RSA Conference just around the corner, Dell announced it has agreed to sell RSA to private equity firm Symphony Technology Group for approximately $2 billion.

By Arielle Waldman • Feb. 18, 2020

Mapping cybersecurity investments ahead of RSA Conference 2020

SearchSecurity asked several experts to weigh in on cybersecurity investment trends ahead of RSA Conference 2020 next week. The results featured a wide range of opinions.

By Alexander Culafi • Feb. 18, 2020

Fighting PCI non-compliance could require new frameworks, zero trust

Falling PCI DSS compliance rates could force the PCI Security Standards Council to be more open to other regulatory frameworks and make enterprises aim higher in terms of data security. Could zero trust be part of the solution?

By Michael Heller • Feb. 17, 2020

SCVX: Cybersecurity industry needs consolidation

SCVX's Mike Doniger and Hank Thomas discuss why they want to drive vendor consolidation in the cybersecurity industry and how they're planning to accomplish it.

By Arielle Waldman • Feb. 11, 2020

Forescout acquired by private equity firm for $1.9 billion

Network security vendor Forescout Technologies was acquired for $1.9 billion by Advent International, a private equity firm looking to increase its cybersecurity investments.

By Arielle Waldman • Feb. 6, 2020

More McAfee leadership changes follow Chris Young’s departure

More executives have departed McAfee in recent months amid the departure of former CEO Chris Young, who was replaced by former BMC Software head Peter Leav last month.

By Rob Wright, Alexander Culafi • Feb. 5, 2020

Cisco CISO says today’s enterprise must take chances

Cisco CISO Steve Martino talks about taking chances, threats, how the security leader's role is changing and what really works when it comes to keeping the company secure.

By Alissa Irei • Feb. 3, 2020

CISOs face a range of cybersecurity challenges in 2020

Every company is unique, of course, but certain challenges are widely shared. Learn what security concerns other CISOs and security leaders are focused on in 2020.

By Mary Pratt • Feb. 3, 2020

SCVX launches with $230M IPO, eyes cybersecurity acquisition

SCVX, a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), raised $230 million this week in its initial public offering and will look to acquire a major cybersecurity vendor.

By Arielle Waldman • Jan. 30, 2020

McAfee CEO Chris Young steps down, Peter Leav to take over

Chris Young has stepped down as McAfee CEO, and Peter Leav is taking his place. Young led the company's spin-out from Intel in 2016 after joining the chip maker two years earlier.

By Alexander Culafi • Jan. 17, 2020

Top 10 cybersecurity predictions: 2020 edition

When it comes to cybersecurity predictions, in many ways, 2020 is a continuation of the present. Emerging trends include nation-state activity, IoT infrastructure attacks and more.

By Johna Johnson • Jan. 8, 2020

Broadcom sells Symantec Cyber Security Services to Accenture

Accenture agreed to acquire Symantec's Cyber Security Services business from Broadcom, less than six months after Broadcom acquired Symantec's enterprise business.

By Alexander Culafi • Jan. 7, 2020

The who, what, why -- and challenges -- of CISM certification

Think you're ready for the CISM certification exam? Peter Gregory, author of CISM: Certified Information Security Manager Practice Exams, has some pointers for you.

By Sharon Shea • Jan. 7, 2020