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Welcome to TechTarget Cybersecurity
Our expanded reporting, deeper analysis and sharper enterprise security coverage will help CISOs cut through the noise, assess emerging risks and make informed decisions that strengthen their security posture and business resilience.
By Sharon Shea , James Walker • Oct. 27, 2026 -
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Expert Advice // Understanding the ins and outs of cyber insuranceCyber insurance explained, from selection to post-purchase
Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure you understand what cyber insurance can and can't do -- and what type of policy will do the most for your organization.
By Sherri Davidoff • Oct. 23, 2026 -
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AI will drive up credit cost of weak cyberdefenses, says Moody’s
As Moody's links poor cyber resilience directly to higher capital costs, CISOs gain a powerful financial metric to convince boards to fund defenses.
By Alissa Irei • Oct. 21, 2026 -
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Beyond Arup: CISOs combat escalating deepfake fraud
In the two years since the landmark Arup attack, deepfake technology has rapidly matured. Cybersecurity and legal experts analyze why traditional controls fail against live executive clones.
By Richard Livingston • Oct. 12, 2026 -
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Expert Advice
How to build a successful security champions program
Security champions integrate security into daily team decisions. Learn who should be a champion and how to establish an effective program.
By Nihad Hassan • Oct. 12, 2026 -
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Risk-based alerting slashes SOC noise -- when done right
A landmark independent study validates risk-based alerting, revealing which scoring strategies cut false positives and which popular vendor rules fail in practice.
By James Walker • Oct. 7, 2026 -
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Supply chain security: How CISOs can explain costs to the board
When explaining supply chain risk costs to the board, the best tactic is to present funding options and establish satisfactory risk levels.
By Damon Garn • Oct. 6, 2026 -
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When a critical supplier gets breached: CISO’s response guide
Third-party breaches account for a growing number of cyberattacks. Organizations must have strategies and systems in place before a critical vendor breach occurs.
By Karen Kent , Sharon Shea • Oct. 2, 2026 -
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How to tackle a ransomware readiness self-assessment, with template
Ransomware readiness self-assessments are key to spotting vulnerabilities and preparing for third-party assessments. Use this template to evaluate your organization's preparedness.
By Karen Kent • Sept. 22, 2026 -
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CISOs more confident -- and more stressed -- than ever
Security leaders are growing more confident in their abilities to withstand cyberattacks, yet the pressure on them continues to build. Proofpoint's latest survey of CISOs explains why.
By Craig Galbraith • Sept. 14, 2026 -
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EU Cyber Resilience Act reporting: What CISOs need to know
The EU Cyber Resilience Act doesn't take full effect until 2027, but the mandatory vulnerability reporting deadline hits on September 11, 2026. Is your organization prepared?
By Samira Sarraf • Sept. 9, 2026 -
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Expert AdviceWhy cyber resilience fails: 5 obstacles holding orgs back
Technical debt, cybersecurity skills shortages and identity risks are among the challenges that can make it difficult for an organization to achieve cyber resilience.
By Sean Kerner • Sept. 2, 2026 -
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Cutting through the Claude Mythos hype: What it means for CISOs
In this Reporters' Notebook video, Informa TechTarget journalists discuss what we know -- and don't know -- about Claude Mythos, and what CISOs should do next.
By Alissa Irei • Aug. 19, 2026 -
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How CISOs can use risk assessments to drive security culture
A strong security culture requires that executives and rank-and-file users understand why controls exist. A risk assessment can be a powerful tool for winning hearts and minds.
By Michael Nadeau • Aug. 4, 2026 -
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How mapping security controls can ease the compliance burden
Being able to map cybersecurity controls to applicable standards and regulations can make compliance work less complicated – especially when automation and AI come into play.
By Paul Kirvan • July 16, 2026 -
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Why conversational AI is redefining your security perimeter
As employees become more accustomed to using AI, they might be getting a little too comfortable. Learn how strong AI governance helps manage this new human risk.
By Richard Livingston • July 13, 2026 -
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NO FAKES Act advances: What CISOs need to know
As the NO FAKES Act moves to the Senate, the country is closer to real protections against unauthorized AI replica use -- a move that also has enterprise implications.
By Richard Livingston • June 26, 2026 -
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What CISOs should know about AI runtime security
With AI, security at runtime means protecting access, vetting inputs, checking outputs and detecting anomalous behaviors. It is challenging to get right.
By John Burke • June 25, 2026 -
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As Q-Day looms, 90% of systems are unprepared for PQC
Quantum computing could break encryption in the next several years, and research suggests that few organizations are ready. Experts say CISOs must act now.
By Craig Galbraith • June 24, 2026 -
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Most security pros say their culture is ‘just average’
'The Life and Times of Cybersecurity Professionals' survey assessed how workers feel about defending against constant threats, as well as what's getting better and what is not.
By Phil Sweeney • June 18, 2026 -
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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.
By Matthew Smith • June 11, 2026 -
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Researchers build autonomous AI worm that can reason and adapt
University of Toronto researchers created a proof-of-concept AI worm that dynamically identifies vulnerabilities and adapts its attack strategies. Here's what it means for enterprises.
By Alissa Irei • June 6, 2026 -
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How to find cyber-risk data sources for a FAIR analysis
Cyber-risk quantification with FAIR can change the game for CISOs -- but sourcing enough accurate data for analysis can feel impossible. Learn how and where to find it.
By Alissa Irei , Paul Kirvan • June 4, 2026 -
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OT attacks shift from recon to physical control, raising stakes
Malicious hackers are no longer just snooping around OT systems, researchers warn. They're preparing to cause real-world damage.
By Alissa Irei • May 28, 2026 -
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How to operationalize a strong cyber-resilience plan
Attackers are becoming increasingly powerful, and regulators are demanding proof of cyber-resilience. In this threat landscape, cyber-resilience plans need to change, too.
By Michael Nadeau • May 27, 2026
