by Angelo Longo | Nov 26, 2024 | Cybersecurity, Expensive Thoughts, Risk and Digital Trust
In today’s ever-evolving threat landscape, proactivity is the lifeline of a secure organization. Every breach teaches us one critical truth: It’s not just about having the best tools but fostering a security culture across every level of your organization. 🔑...
by Angelo Longo | Sep 25, 2024 | Cybersecurity, Expensive Thoughts, Risk and Digital Trust
Our Responsibility as Information Security Professionals I’ve worked in 112 industries and eleven sectors and noticed a common trend—the urgent need for help creating a more secure environment. Over the past 18 months as an independent cybersecurity advisor,...
by Angelo Longo | Mar 27, 2024 | Cybersecurity, Expensive Thoughts, Information Technology
Executive Summary The 2023 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR) highlights some alarming trends within the US Small and Medium Business Segment. Thus, an SMB Protection Plan is designed to fortify small and medium-sized businesses against external...
by Angelo Longo | Nov 8, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Expensive Thoughts, Thinking and Ruminations
The SEC has taken unprecedented action against SolarWinds and its CISO for cybersecurity misrepresentations following a significant cyberattack. The lawsuit alleges SolarWinds made false statements regarding its cybersecurity practices and the severity of the...
by Angelo Longo | Nov 8, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Expensive Thoughts, Thinking and Ruminations
The article from Dark Reading discusses the evolving role of cyber insurers in the cybersecurity landscape. Due to increased cyber threats, particularly ransomware, cyber insurers are becoming key players in setting cybersecurity standards. They use detailed...
by Angelo Longo | Nov 8, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Expensive Thoughts, Thinking and Ruminations
The article from Forbes outlines ten critical missteps that corporate boards make that leave their companies vulnerable to cybersecurity risks: Not adhering to established cybersecurity governance standards. Failing to see themselves as a critical part of...