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Expert Insights with CyberEdBoard

Unique perspectives from ISMG's CyberEdBoard global community members

On Point: Bridging the Gap Between TSPs and Tech Providers

CyberEdBoard • November 14, 2023

In today's hyper-connected world, telecommunication service providers play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless communication, data transfer and collaboration for businesses. But the evolving threat landscape of cybersecurity continues to pose significant challenges, which Ian Keller discusses.

On Point: Overcoming Vulnerability Management Challenges

Journey to the Cloud: Navigating the Transformation - Part 3

The Virtual CISO with Steve King

Insights from a veteran cybersecurity pro

Where Have You Gone, Sammy Altman, and What Do We Do Now?

Steve King • November 19, 2023

Sam Altman's abrupt exit from OpenAI has sent shockwaves rippling through Silicon Valley over this weekend, but of a variety very different than those that emanated from the recent collapses of FTX and SVB. Altman spent the last six years building a transformational technology.

Cybersecurity: A Bleak 'Progress' Report

Fire in the Hole

Euro Security Watch with Mathew J. Schwartz

Tracking security and privacy trends across UK, Europe and beyond

Previewing Black Hat Europe 2023 in London: 16 Hot Sessions

Mathew J. Schwartz • December 4, 2023

Winter in London features Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland, Christmas lights galore, and the return of the Black Hat Europe cybersecurity conference, featuring briefings on everything from quantum cryptography and router pwning to dissecting iOS zero-days and training generative AI to attack.

Researcher Claims to Crack RSA-2048 With Quantum Computer

Known Ransomware Attack Volume Breaks Monthly Record, Again

Safe & Sound with Marianne Kolbasuk McGee

Insights on the security and privacy of healthcare information.

HIMSS23: Tackling Some of Healthcare's Top Cyber Challenges

Marianne Kolbasuk McGee • April 14, 2023

Most healthcare organizations allocate 6% or less of their information technology budget for cybersecurity, putting them at a disadvantage in their security defenses and for competitive hiring, according to a recent survey by the Healthcare Information Management Systems Society.

Virtual Summit Dives Into Healthcare Cybersecurity Issues

Email Breaches: A Growing Healthcare Challenge

The Expert's View with Michael Novinson

Insights from industry experts

Why Broadcom Seeks 'Strategic Alternatives' for Carbon Black

Michael Novinson • December 1, 2023

It looks as if Carbon Black's days as part of Broadcom are numbered. Broadcom CEO Hock Tan told staff at newly acquired VMware in both an email and town hall meeting that he plans to "review strategic alternatives." The move comes just four years after VMware purchased Carbon Black for $2.1 billion.

Why Palo Alto Is Eyeing Data Defense Firm Dig at $300M-$400M

Forecasts of SIEM Death Premature - Just Ask Cisco, Splunk

Industry Insights with Vince Hwang, Senior Director, Products & Solutions, Fortinet

Insights and opinions from thought leaders representing the industry's services and solutions providers

Protecting Business-Critical Web Applications: 4 Challenges

Vince Hwang, Senior Director, Products & Solutions, Fortinet • October 24, 2023

In recent years, the adoption of public cloud infrastructures has surged, providing organizations with unparalleled flexibility and scalability. But this shift has also introduced a new set of challenges when it comes to protecting web applications and APIs that are hosted on these platforms.