A report calling for the United States electoral systems to be designated as critical infrastructure to enhance information security and integrity leads this episode of the ISMG Security Report. Read more »
New Research Uncovers Surprising Fraudster ProfilesBusiness email compromise scams have caused billions in losses. An inside look at one Nigeria-based group shows a surprising profile of the threat actors. Read more »
A new survey shows 82 percent of organizations around the world are struggling with a shortage of staff with cybersecurity skills. Training expert Simone Petrella analyzes the survey results and spotlights the... Read more »
CISOs in India will not be able to develop mature information security programs until they address the formidable challenge of gaining the support of senior management, says Manoj Sarangi, vice president and... Read more »
Swindlers trolling social media sites for customers' personally identifiable information play a critical role in facilitating banking fraud, says American Bankers Association economist Jane Yao. Read more »
Nation Often Blamed for Hacks Offers Details on Breaches It Claims It's SufferedRussia, which some have blamed for attacks against the Democratic Party in the U.S., has offered a detailed description of... Read more »
Bitfinex of Hong Kong Lost $69 MillionThe reported theft of $69 million worth of bitcoins from a Hong Kong-based exchange highlights the continuing challenges around keeping large quantities of digital currency out... Read more »
When hiring CEOs, companies appear to focus on interpersonal skills while overlooking the candidate's capacity to get the job done. Read more »
Collaborative Effort with Government Agency, OthersCREST is launching a chapter in Singapore - its first chapter in Asia - to offer information security professionals certification and accreditation in penetration testing. It plans... Read more »