Why CISOs shouldn’t reveal everything to the Board

There’s a fundamental disconnect between the metrics CISOs have to show the Board and what senior executives actually need to know. Here’s how CISOs can tailor their communication to help their Board see the big picture. 

What your personal data is worth on the dark web

In the murky world of the dark web, your credit card details may sell for a few bucks, but your medical info could be worth thousands of dollars.

Give it a rest: how your wellbeing will keep you safe online

We speak a lot about cybersecurity and cyber resilience in determining the cyber wellbeing of a business, but what about the cyber wellbeing of your most important business asset: your mind?

Understanding the causes and cures for burnout in cybersecurity

The cyber industry in Australia is plagued by a burnout epidemic. Pressure-cooker work environments coupled with unrelenting demands lead to high turnover, lowered job satisfaction, and health issues, both physical and mental.

Don’t risk it all: How to elevate your cybersecurity risk score in 4 steps

Cybersecurity risk scores are becoming an increasingly important part of every comprehensive security plan as organisations realise how cyber affects their bottom line.

Reporting cybersecurity to non-cyber executives: a CISOs guide

Boards and executives have a major role to play in an organisation’s cybersecurity posture, and it falls on the CISO to effectively communicate cyber outcomes, risks and opportunities to them. The key lies in framing the discussion in terms of the organisation’s strategic business goals and risk management strategy.
 

Bricks, concrete and data leaks: why the construction industry is prone to cyberattacks

Construction companies may not see themselves as targets, but lax security measures and a treasure trove of sensitive data makes them particularly vulnerable to cyberattacks.

How the pandemic highlighted an ongoing cybersecurity talent gap

The COVID-19 pandemic forced businesses to take their transactions online. The rapid shift left many companies struggling to put down security measures, which made them easy targets for cybercriminals. Read on to learn more about the shortage of cyber professionals and what we can expect of cybersecurity in the future.

Retailer beware: hackers are already targeting your customers

Since COVID, there has been a massive shift of retail to e-commerce. Online shopping events like Black Friday and Christmas are creating the perfect environment for hackers to target both retailers and their customers.