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🚨 New Mexico has issued an Executive Order to shore up the state's #cybersecurity readiness and safeguard sensitive #data per #NIST standards.  #TGS President, Bill Rucker, shared this in support of the order: “New Mexico’s decision to establish specific cybersecurity guidelines tied to established NIST guidelines will set the state up for success. I expect other states to follow suit as the danger posed by malicious threat groups will continue and state, local, and municipal governments may be targeted.” For governments, states, and organizations seeking to mature their security strategy, similarly to New Mexico, tap into the expertise of Trustwave Government Solutions. 🔒 

This sounds encouraging. A one-day course for directors on cybersecurity. Isn't much, but better than nothing. We designed a two-day summit for CEOs and directors for our KOS, which includes a fair amount on security and risk, but also governance and productivity. A lot of ground to cover in an EAI OS. It's certainly not excessive, but difficult enough to schedule given calendars. ~~~~ Quotes: The U.S. government is pushing board directors at critical-infrastructure companies to improve cybersecurity oversight amid intense espionage and hacking campaigns from China and other adversaries.    On Tuesday, the U.S. Secret Service, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the National Association of Corporate Directors, credit card giant Mastercard and venture-capital firm NightDragon delivered a one-day course to 16 such directors. U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly C. said around 88% of S&P 500 companies don’t have any board directors with specialized cybersecurity backgrounds. WSJ Pro Cybersecurity research published in September found that 107 directors at S&P 500 companies had professional cybersecurity experience, representing around 2.3% of board seats across the index.

Given the gravity and complexity of the cybersecurity challenges highlighted in The Guardian's recent exposé on the leak from a Chinese cybersecurity firm, it's a stark reminder of the intricate web of cyber threats that global institutions face today. The reported data harvesting operations targeting entities like NATO, the UK Foreign Office, and numerous other international bodies underscore the critical need for advanced, proactive cybersecurity measures. At odix, we understand the depth of these challenges. Our commitment to pioneering Content Disarm and Reconstruction (CDR) technology is more than just about business—it's about securing the digital landscape against sophisticated threats that aim to undermine our collective security and privacy. This incident reiterates the importance of adopting a preventive approach to cybersecurity, ensuring that organizations are not just reactive but are equipped to anticipate and neutralize threats before they materialize. #CyberSecurity #DataPrivacy #DigitalResilience #theguardian #odix https://lnkd.in/eQGaqJgs 

This article about the cyber risks facing legacy systems in critical infrastructure from 🕵️♀️ Christopher Burgess at CSO Online makes excellent points. Increasing activity by nation state cyber adversaries, combined with an aging technology base that is often incompatible with modern security solutions, creates a major #cybersecurity challenge. https://lnkd.in/gjZnGhx2

In today's fast-paced digital world, legacy systems can be a major vulnerability for critical infrastructures. As technology advances, older systems struggle to keep up, making them prime targets for cyber threats. 🔒 Read more about how legacy systems impact critical infrastructure cybersecurity and what can be done to mitigate these risks: https://ow.ly/zjCk50Sye8O #CriticalInfrastructure #CyberThreats #CyberRisk #InfrastructureSecurity #CyberDefense

Federal Officials Call for Security Boost after China’s Telecom Hack In the wake of a significant breach attributed to Chinese threat actors targeting U.S. telecommunications infrastructure, federal officials have issued urgent calls to strengthen national cybersecurity defenses. The incident underscores vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure and highlights the increasing sophistication of cyber-espionage campaigns https://lnkd.in/etDDknNj #CyberSecurity #CriticalInfrastructure #TelecomSecurity #APTGroups #ZeroTrust #CyberDefense #InfoSec #ChinaHack #SupplyChainSecurity #DataBreach #CyberThreats #NationalSecurity #TechPolicy

🚨 Urgent Alert from Down Under 🚨 Australia's cyber intelligence agency has just sounded the alarm on an escalating threat: state-backed Chinese hackers. These cyber adversaries are "actively" hunting for targets to compromise. 🔗 [Read more here](https://lnkd.in/eegFnPbV) In the rapidly evolving cyber landscape, vigilance is non-negotiable. As MSSP, MDR, and SOC managers, it’s crucial to enhance our defense mechanisms and stay a step ahead. We must be proactive, not reactive. Stay in Control, not Under Control. What are your thoughts on this growing threat? How are you preparing? Let's discuss! Check this out: https://lnkd.in/eegFnPbV

🚨 Cybersecurity Alert: Chinese hacking group linked to the government "Salt Typhoon" Strikes Again!🚨 A recent cyberattack by a group of Chinese hackers known as Salt Typhoon has compromised large portions of the American telecommunications network. This sophisticated attack, which began as far back as 2022, aimed to give Chinese operatives persistent access to telecommunications networks across the U.S. by exploiting vulnerabilities in devices like routers and switches. The implications are far-reaching, with potential impacts on both national security and personal privacy. U.S. officials have labeled it the "worst telecom hack in our nation's history", highlighting the severity and complexity of the breach. Cybercrimes have shifted from individuals to crime organizations, and now to government task forces. The cybersecurity which has been constantly being neglected by organizations budgets must be considered as a priority today more than ever. You can read the full article in: https://lnkd.in/dRVX-RWj #Cybersecurity #SaltTyphoon #TelecomHack #NationalSecurity #StayVigilant

Data and cyber incident reporting in China is complicated. Will the parallel consultations on incident reporting measures by the CAC and MIIT move things forward? Check out our analysis, with Sherry Gong and Tong Zhu #china #databreach

The head of GCHQ presented this week at the UKs National Cyber Security conference with representatives from the U.S and Japan. China poses an "epoch-defining challenge" to the UK, Anne Keast-Butler said at CyberUK, the National Cyber Security Centre's conference in Birmingham. How do you address an 'epoch-defining challenge' in cybersecurity? It is the question that requires an answer, if we want to protect our digital future. No country can do it without engaging with the rest of society and implementing a national cyber strategy that engages and supports industry manage cybersecurity risk. China's cyber capability is bigger than the rest of the world combined (Chris Wray Director of the FBI - September 2023). Thaddeus Dziekanowski Brian D. McCarthy Veritas GRC GCHQ National Cyber Security Centre #cybersecurity #cyberriskmanagement #nationalsecurity