Content by Anna Delaney

Remembering Steve King - Cybersecurity's 'Great Connector'

Anna Delaney , Cal Harrison  •  July 10, 2024

Steve King served in senior leadership roles in technology development and deployment for the past 25 years. He worked as author, serial startup founder, CIO, CTO, CISO, CMO and - most recently - a passionate campaigner for cybersecurity education at ISMG. King died June 27, 2024, after an illness.

What Will UK Labour Government Mean for AI, Data Protection?

Anna Delaney  •  July 9, 2024

The new U.K. Labour government is expected to significantly shift AI and data protection regulations. Jonathan Armstrong, legal expert and partner at Punter Southall Law, discussed the Labour Party's likely move toward stricter AI regulations, aligning more closely with EU standards.

Tackling Emerging Cyberthreats Head-On

Anna Delaney  •  July 8, 2024

The threat landscape is becoming more hazardous. AI and deepfake technologies are emerging as major new tools used by cybercriminals to create more effective campaigns. And advanced persistent threat actors are getting more brazen, said Preston Miller, director at Unit 42, Palo Alto Networks.

ISMG Editors: A Tribute to Steve King

Anna Delaney  •  July 5, 2024

In this special edition of the ISMG Editors' Panel, we honored the memory of industry veteran Steve King, managing director of CyberEd.io. His friend Richard Bird joined ISMG editors to share reflections on Steve's legacy, his contributions to cybersecurity, and the importance of questioning the status quo.

ISMG Editors: Growing Fallout From the Snowflake Breach

Anna Delaney  •  June 28, 2024

In the latest weekly update, ISMG editors discussed the fallout from the recent Snowflake breach and its impact on 165 companies and their users, the ongoing challenges in combating online fraud, and takeaways from ISMG's cybersecurity summit in Chicago.

Identity Theft Reports Fall, But Attempts at ID Misuse Rise

Anna Delaney  •  June 27, 2024

Fewer victims reported identity crimes in 2023, but the number of attempts to commit multiple identity crimes grew, according to the trends report released by the Identity Theft Resource Center. That means criminals are diversifying their methods and attempting to perform multiple types of misuse.

CyberEdBoard Profiles in Leadership: Don Gibson

Anna Delaney  •  June 24, 2024

In the current economic climate, CISOs must shift priorities to ensure company survival. Don Gibson, CISO at Kinly, advises security leaders to reevaluate their strategies, optimize resource allocation and leverage existing tools to increase their return on investment.

ISMG Editors: How Did Medibank's Lack of MFA Cause a Breach?

Anna Delaney  •  June 21, 2024

In the latest weekly update, ISMG editors discussed critical infrastructure security challenges, a report on the 2022 Medibank breach compromising personal data for 10 million people, and Fortinet's acquisition to integrate Lacework's cloud-native security into its Security Fabric and SASE platform.

Cloud Security Is a Big Challenge for CISOs - Here's Why

Anna Delaney  •  June 20, 2024

Cloud security is becoming a major challenge for security leaders. Kevin Kiley, chief revenue officer at Lacework, explains why traditional security methods fall short in cloud environments and how data-driven approaches offer better protection against new and complex threats.

CyberEdBoard Profiles in Leadership: Jez Reichmann

Anna Delaney  •  June 20, 2024

Jez Reichmann, deputy CISO at Channel 4 Corp., discusses the dual importance of technical expertise and managerial skills in cybersecurity leadership. He emphasizes the human element in managing teams and keeping them motivated and in maintaining cybersecurity.

AI and Adaptive Cybersecurity for SMBs

Anna Delaney  •  June 19, 2024

Small and medium-sized businesses face mounting cybersecurity threats from AI-generated malware. Troy Leach, chief strategy officer at the Cloud Security Alliance, advises SMBs to implement continuous monitoring and automation to effectively mitigate risks.

UK Cyber Sector Booms, But Challenges Remain

Anna Delaney  •  June 18, 2024

The U.K. cyber sector has grown significantly, but cyberattacks continue to increase. Fostering collaboration among industry, startups and academia is critical to drive cybersecurity innovation, develop skills and strengthen cyber resilience, said Saj Huq, chief commercial officer at Plexal.

How CISSP Certification Helps CISOs Secure Digital Business

Anna Delaney  •  June 18, 2024

Jon France, CISO at ISC2, outlines how CISSP certification has adapted over 30 years, emphasizing its critical role in cybersecurity. He explains the changing responsibilities of CISOs, who must now integrate business acumen with technical expertise.

The New Security Leader: Less Techy, More Business-Savvy

Anna Delaney  •  June 17, 2024

Security leadership has evolved significantly in recent years, moving beyond technical expertise to strategic partnerships within organizations. Security professionals now articulate business value and align with organizational objectives, said Paul Watts of Information Security Forum.

ISMG Editors: Will AI Survive the Data Drought?

Anna Delaney  •  June 14, 2024

In the latest weekly update, ISMG editors discussed the upcoming North America Midwest Cybersecurity Summit, challenges and solutions regarding AI training data, and the implications of the new European Union Artificial Intelligence Act for CISOs.