Winds of Change: SEC’s SolarWinds Lawsuit Signals Hotter Cybersecurity Enforcement

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...

Meet Your New Cybersecurity Auditor: Your Insurer

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...

10 Ways Boards Are Setting Their Companies Up For Cybersecurity Failure

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...

Mr. Cooper, the third-largest mortgage servicer in the United States, has suffered a cybersecurity breach

by Angelo Longo | Nov 8, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Expensive Thoughts, Thinking and Ruminations

The article reports that Mr. Cooper, the third-largest mortgage servicer in the United States, has suffered a cybersecurity breach. The incident occurred on October 31, and upon discovering the breach, Mr. Cooper took immediate action by restricting access to their...

Rising Ransomware Attacks Target Healthcare Institutions: Lessons in Strengthening Digital Infrastructure

by Angelo Longo | Aug 21, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Expensive Thoughts, Thinking and Ruminations

In recent news, the healthcare sector has grappled with an alarming surge in ransomware attacks, underscoring the critical need for fortified digital infrastructure. Managing 16 hospitals and 165 clinics, Prospect Medical Holdings faced a ransomware attack that forced...

From Human Vulnerability to First-Line Defenders

by Angelo Longo | Jul 21, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Expensive Thoughts, Thinking and Ruminations

As businesses delve further into the digital realm, fueled by data and technology, the stakes in cybersecurity and data privacy intensify. Despite sophisticated AI and cybersecurity measures, the overlooked human factor remains a prime vulnerability. The increasing...