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CrowdStrike CSO Shawn Henry to retire by end of March
The executive played a key role in helping the security vendor recover from a global IT outage that affected millions of Windows devices.
By David Jones • Feb. 21, 2025 -
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Trump to nominate Sean Cairncross as national cyber director
The president will tap the former RNC insider to lead the White House office that oversees nation’s cybersecurity strategy.
By David Jones • Feb. 12, 2025 -
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Private equity firm to acquire SolarWinds for $4.4B
SolarWinds, which now will go private, was embroiled in a massive supply chain attack in 2020 linked to Russia-backed threat actors.
By David Jones • Feb. 7, 2025 -
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The cybersecurity outlook for 2025
Threat actors are exploiting known weak points and enterprises’ dependency across the tech stack. It’s making cybersecurity professionals’ jobs harder than ever before.
By Cybersecurity Dive Staff • Feb. 3, 2025 -
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What roadblocks await CISOs in 2025
Burnout seems certain as CISOs confront budget constraints, a heavy workload and job dissatisfaction.
By Jen A. Miller • Jan. 30, 2025 -
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CISO stature gains traction as global cyber risk escalates
Security leaders are making inroads with corporate boards and now have a seat at the table with CEOs, a Splunk report shows.
By David Jones • Jan. 30, 2025 -
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Tech execs grapple with budget sinkholes as AI drives up spend
Unpredictable cloud bills, outdated software licenses and shadow IT frustrate FinOps efforts, according to Apptio.
By Matt Ashare • Jan. 29, 2025 -
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CISA clocked Salt Typhoon in federal networks before telecom intrusions
Outgoing CISA Director Jen Easterly didn’t say what agencies were impacted by Salt Typhoon or when, but noted it provided greater visibility into the active campaign.
By Matt Kapko • Jan. 16, 2025 -
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World Economic Forum spotlights growing gap in cyber readiness
Ransomware remains the top cyber risk concern among executives, but CISOs are almost twice as likely as CEOs to make that determination.
By Matt Kapko • Jan. 15, 2025 -
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CISA director reiterates prior calls for C-suites, boards to take cyber risk ownership
Jen Easterly said companies need to consider cybersecurity threats as core risks that need to be fully incorporated into corporate business strategy.
By David Jones • Jan. 10, 2025 -
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4 cybersecurity trends to watch in 2025
Critical industries are up against never before seen challenges to remain secure and operational, while regulatory pressures have completely upended the role of the CISO in corporate America.
By David Jones , Matt Kapko • Jan. 9, 2025 -
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National cyber director calls for deterrence against China-affiliated cyber threats
Harry Coker Jr. said China and other adversaries cannot be allowed free reign to conduct malicious cyber activities.
By David Jones • Jan. 9, 2025 -
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Cyber leaders are bullish on generative AI despite risks: report
Executives say they would overhaul tooling in exchange for better generative AI capabilities, according to a CrowdStrike survey.
By Lindsey Wilkinson • Jan. 3, 2025 -
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Q&AT-Mobile undeterred as telecom sector reels from attack campaign
Cybersecurity Dive spoke with CSO Jeff Simon about how the carrier says it thwarted a threat group resembling Salt Typhoon despite its past security failures.
By Matt Kapko • Dec. 5, 2024 -
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Corporate security teams want specialty cyber roles as regulatory pressure grows
A report from IANS and Artico Search shows businesses are looking to bring on chiefs of staff, business CISOs and privacy officers as federal and state regulators push for greater compliance.
By David Jones • Nov. 22, 2024 -
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Easterly to step down from CISA director role on Inauguration Day
CISA confirmed that political appointees of the Biden administration will also depart the agency as the Trump administration takes over.
By David Jones • Nov. 18, 2024 -
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OpinionWho should be in the room when purchasing cyber insurance?
Cyber exposure should be treated just as seriously as a fire event, each with a high potential to disrupt business for extended periods of time, Peter Hedberg of Corvus Insurance writes.
By Peter Hedberg • Nov. 11, 2024 -
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Sponsored by CybelAngelHow elite cybersecurity leaders manage threats and challenges at work
Let The Essential CISO Primer, a guide featuring cyber insights from elite CISOs, energise you now.
By Orlaith Traynor • Nov. 11, 2024 -
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Sponsored by University of New HampshireEmpowering the next generation of cyber leaders: Mentoring and talent development initiatives
With guidance and support from mentorship programs and talent development initiatives, employees can become better equipped for success.
Nov. 11, 2024 -
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UnitedHealth Group names new CISO 8 months after massive ransomware attack
Longtime security leader Tim McKnight joins the beleaguered healthcare giant, succeeding Steven Martin, who was appointed chief restoration officer.
By Matt Kapko • Oct. 30, 2024 -
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Microsoft CEO asked board to cut pay in connection with security overhaul
Yet, Satya Nadella's fiscal 2024 compensation far exceeded 2023 thanks to Microsoft's strong market performance.
By David Jones • Oct. 25, 2024 -
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Despite improved workplace culture, tech workers still eye the door
Many tech professionals plan to quit in the next year despite being the most likely group to recommend their employers, according to EY.
By Roberto Torres • Oct. 24, 2024 -
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CISOs are gaining influence among corporate leadership
A Deloitte Global report shows CISOs are involved in a growing set of strategic decisions about digital transformation, cloud and other technology issues.
By David Jones • Oct. 21, 2024 -
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Majority of global CISOs want to split roles as regulatory burdens grow
Trellix research shows rising cybersecurity demands from the SEC and other government bodies are pushing CISOs even closer to the edge.
By David Jones • Oct. 15, 2024 -
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Gender gap persists in cybersecurity field despite available opportunities
About half of women surveyed said they don’t feel like they would fit in or be able to be themselves, a Deloitte report said.
By Carolyn Crist • Oct. 8, 2024
