Threats have evolved, and so have our Internet needs. This is why organizations need to explore the security and productivity gains of the next-generation firewall, says Patrick Sweeney of Dell SonicWALL.
When it comes to mobile security, users say the right things, but still indulge in risky behavior. Javelin's Al Pascual tells how security leaders can create better partnerships and practices in 2013.
A breach that resulted in a $1 million HIPAA settlement led Partners Healthcare in Boston to take many significant steps, including merging its privacy and security efforts, says CISO Jennings Aske. More changes are planned for 2013.
In parts of Europe and Asia, privacy legislation took solid steps forward in 2012. In the U.S., however, progress has stalled. Is the U.S. at risk of falling behind when it comes to privacy protection?
HIPAA compliance audits will resume within about a year once results of a recently completed pilot program are reviewed, says Leon Rodriguez, director of the Department of Health and Human Services' Office for Civil Rights.
Healthcare organizations need to more closely monitor how their business associates protect the security of patient information and step up risk assessments as they prepare to comply with looming HIPAA modifications, says attorney Lisa Sotto....
It's as much about people as it is technology for organizations to successfully implement a continuous monitoring program, says George Schu, senior vice president at Booz Allen Hamilton.
From point-of-sale hacks to malware and DDoS attacks, the top cyberthreats of 2012 have been aggressive and strong. Is it time for organizations to adopt a "hack back" strategy against perceived attackers?...
Former FBI cyber unit chief Tim Ryan sees mounting dangers from the insider, acknowledging undiscerning employees who don't follow proper processes can cause devastation. But he says the actions of those with malicious intent can be more catastrophic.
McAfee CPO Michelle Dennedy and Intel CISO Malcolm Harkins work for the same company, but in some ways they are worlds apart. How must privacy and security leaders bridge gaps to face challenges ahead?
Developing a bring-your-own-device
policy that's well-integrated with an organization's overall information security strategy requires a multi-disciplinary, collaborative approach, says attorney Stephen Wu.
What are the key skills and tools forensics pros use in probing a data breach? What can we learn from recent breaches? Rob Lee of SANS Institute walks us through a typical forensics investigation.
An executive at a bank in New Jersey that was battered by Hurricane Sandy offers lessons learned, including the importance of having a well-tested, detailed business continuity plan.
Cloud-based botnets and mobile malware are two of 2013's top cyberthreats. What other threats make the list? Georgia Tech's Paul Royal tells how security pros and organizations can prepare.
An important lesson in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy is the need to beef up contingency plans, including making sure staff members are cross-trained, says Deborah Kobza, CEO of the National Health Information Sharing and Analysis Center....
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