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Political Drama Stalls Cyber Legislation October 19, 2023 Washington, D.C. – The ongoing search for a new speaker among House Republicans has created obstacles for lawmakers attempting to address the pressing issue of cybersecurity. Rep. Andrew Garbarino, chairman of the chamber’s Homeland Security Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection, expressed his concerns about the lack…
The IT Professional’s Blueprint for Compliance Introduction In our increasingly interconnected world, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for organizations across various industries. The need to protect sensitive data and systems has never been more urgent, particularly as cyber threats continue to evolve and become more sophisticated. To address these challenges, IT professionals must align…
The Evolving Threats of AI and LLM: Safeguarding Clients in an Increasingly Complex Digital Landscape An Introduction to the Problem The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has brought about new opportunities and challenges in various industries. From healthcare to finance and beyond, organizations are harnessing the power of AI to enhance efficiency, productivity, and…
Recent Vulnerabilities in Progress Software‘s File-Transfer Products Raise Concerns Introduction Once again, Progress Software‘s enterprise security teams are facing the urgent task of protecting organizations against critical vulnerabilities in their file-transfer software. This time, the vulnerabilities affect the widely used WS_FTP file transfer product, which is utilized by approximately 40 million people. The most severe…
Craig Newmark Philanthropies Boosts Funding for National Cybersecurity Alliance’s HBCU Program Investigating the Grant In an effort to address the critical shortage of cybersecurity professionals and promote diversity in the field, the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) has received a significant grant of $200,000 from Craig Newmark Philanthropies. The funding will support the NCA’s Historically Black…
Government Head of US Cybersecurity Agency Sees Progress on Election Security, With More Work Needed for 2024 Jen Easterly, CISA Director, Announces Plans to Boost Resources The head of the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), Jen Easterly, has stated that efforts to protect the nation’s election systems have significantly improved since the 2016…
The Growing Importance of Cybersecurity in Africa In recent years, cybersecurity has taken center stage as a critical component of national and international security. As technology continues to advance and societies become increasingly reliant on digital platforms, the risk of cyberattacks and data breaches also grows. Africa, with its rapid economic development and digital transformation,…
SBOMs: Progress, Challenges, and Analysis Two years ago, the term “SBOM” was hardly common even in security conversations. However, since the issuance of Executive Order 14028, mandating federal contractors to maintain an SBOM, we have seen tremendous growth in awareness and adoption of the SBOM. Today, the SBOM has become an essential tool for organizations…
Ransomware Attacks Decline for the First Time Ever: Progress and Results of Joint Efforts In 2022, ransomware attacks have surprisingly decreased thanks to the efforts of enterprises and governments worldwide. This positive news comes from the Ransomware Task Force (RTF), an industry group established in 2020 during the rise of ransomware at the onset of…