Content by Tom Field

Sophos on the State of Ransomware

Tom Field  •  September 13, 2023

To some extent, ransomware has become like COVID-19 - a threat we all need to learn to live alongside. But Aaron Bugal, field CTO of Sophos, says there is still much that security and technology leaders can do to reduce their risk by addressing activity that often precedes a ransomware attack.

Securing IoT and OT Devices Amid Ransomware Threats

Tom Field  •  September 1, 2023

IoT and OT devices, which include network-attached storage devices, hold valuable data that ransomware groups seek to compromise. NAS devices are often exposed on the internet and lack the robust security measures found in other endpoints, said Daniel dos Santos of Forescout Technologies.

Post-Transformation: Building a Culture of Security

Tom Field  •  August 29, 2023

In the post-digital transformation world - and in advance of the coming of quantum computing - it's time to future-proof cybersecurity by nurturing a culture of security. Dean Coclin of DigiCert discusses how banking institutions can embrace this change.

CNAPPs Emerge as a Game Changer in Cloud Security

Tom Field  •  August 29, 2023

Cloud-native application protection platforms are emerging as a game-changing solution to the evolving challenges in cloud security. Mattan Shalev, head of product management at Wiz, outlined the power of CNAPPs in reducing risk and fortifying cloud security.

Keeping Assets Secure in the Quantum Era

Tom Field  •  August 29, 2023

The disruption of quantum computing could come sooner than we think, but only 18 countries are actively investing in the technology - creating a potential quantum divide of have and have-not governments and businesses, said retired Col. Jen Sovada, president of global public sector at SandboxAQ.

How Ransomware Groups Respond to External Pressure

Tom Field  •  August 28, 2023

Ransomware groups, like legitimate businesses, must adapt and change as they grow, in response to external pressures and trends. To survive, many large ransomware groups have adopted decentralized structures, said Yelisey Bohuslavskiy, chief research officer and partner with Red Sense.

Cybersecurity Evolution: The Past, Present and Future

Tom Field  •  August 28, 2023

Michael Miora, founder and CEO of InfoSec Labs - a pioneer in cybersecurity consulting - started the company in 1989. Security has been an issue for generations, he said, but things started to change once technology came into play. Then the traditional security perimeter expanded, adding complexity.

The Third-Party Realm: Where the Risk Is

Tom Field  •  August 25, 2023

Third-party targeting by attackers has intensified due to the interconnectedness of the business world, enabling adversaries to exploit intermediaries for access. With the surge in cloud adoption, visibility in the cloud is paramount, advised Levi Gundert, chief security officer at Recorded Future.

SASE Integration Amid the Evolving Cybersecurity Landscape

Tom Field  •  August 25, 2023

Secure access service edge has evolved significantly over the past four years, transforming from a relatively new idea into a well-defined and widely discussed framework for network and security architecture. NetWitness focuses on integration rather than offering a SASE product.

Shifting Cybersecurity: The Impact and Implications of LLMs

Tom Field  •  August 25, 2023

While a significant number of attacks are not yet AI-driven, there's a noticeable shift in the creation of generative malware and lures for business email compromise, warned Ashan Willy, CEO at Proofpoint. LLMs are being used to create enticing lures in foreign languages to target broader audiences.

Evolving Cybersecurity: Embrace an Infinite Defense Strategy

Tom Field  •  August 25, 2023

As the threat landscape continues to evolve, defenders need to shift their focus from individual wins to sustained proactive defenses. Resecurity COO Shawn Loveland proposes embracing a strategy of understanding and fighting adversaries in a constantly changing space - with no beginning and no end.

How Generative AI Can Fill the Workforce Gap

Tom Field  •  August 24, 2023

Will AI take my job? Maybe or maybe not. But it can certainly help ease the shortage of skilled workers by automating routine tasks and supplementing human skills. Jon France, CISO at ISC2, sheds light on how generative artificial intelligence is addressing this critical challenge.

The Dual Role of AI in Email Security

Tom Field  •  August 23, 2023

Business email compromise continues to be a significant threat and is one of the most financially damaging online crimes. Attackers continue to innovate and grow in sophistication, which means defenders need to leverage new technology, warned Mike Britton, CISO of Abnormal Security.

The Evolving Landscape of Cloud Security

Tom Field  •  August 23, 2023

Organizations engaged in software production often run their applications and services within cloud environments. CEO Ganesh Pai advocates the "shift-up" approach for enhanced cloud security, which focuses on operational visibility extending from software composition to production workloads.

Beyond Transformation: Healthcare Takes on New Threats

Tom Field  •  August 22, 2023

No sector took digital transformation as seriously as healthcare did. From remote work to multi-cloud environments to new digital healthcare experiences for patients, it's a brave new world - with new risks. Anahi Santiago of ChristianaCare discusses these risks and how to mitigate them.