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What CEOs need to know to avoid Target’s bad security practices and decrease data breach costs

by Maria Florio | May 13, 2014 | Blog

The recently released Ponemon Institute Cost of Data Breach Study shows some concerning information on data breaches that business executives really need to be aware of and take action on through implementing a higher security stance before it’s too late. Not only have breach costs increased, but companies are still lacking when it comes to implementing the necessary risk management components to protect their data and environment.

Effective steps CIOs take to mitigate the risks associated with DDoS attacks

by Maria Florio | Apr 22, 2014 | Blog

The risks associated with DDoS attacks are at such a high level that recently the FFIEC has made a statement telling banks they expect them to address DDoS readiness as part of their ongoing security efforts. Some of the steps CIOs and institutions can take to prepare for and protect against DDoS attacks…

Security takeaways from the Heartbleed bug incident

by Maria Florio | Apr 14, 2014 | Blog

In addition to creating agitation and giving intruders a way to gain access to sensitive data, the Heartbleed bug incident has also served as an additional nudge to businesses regarding their security posture. A look at some of the important takeaways for security professionals and executives from the Heartbleed vulnerability incident can help…

The secret strategy of CIOs who get the information security job done successfully

by Maria Florio | Mar 25, 2014 | Blog

The right input from leadership can come a long ways in making a CIO’s job effective, but with the opposite you get a long-term recipe for discord leading to security disaster. Seven tips to generate effective IT executive leadership to implement a long-term effective security posture.

Five security takeaways from the Target breach incident

by Maria Florio | Jan 27, 2014 | Blog

Five security takeaways from the Target breach incident to assist executives and security professionals to secure their business from breach and avoid losses.