“The internet is becoming the town square for the global village of tomorrow,” Microsoft founder Bill Gates once noted. As the “town square,” the place where people from across the world interact, the internet depends on strong global cybersecurity measures. While some nations have made important strides in cybersecurity, others have not made as much progress. Cybersecurity Attacks Threaten Organizations Around the World Few nations may feel safe from cybersecurity attacks. According to the 2015 Global Cybersecurity Status Report conducted by ISACA, formerly the Information Systems Audit and Control Association, 83 percent of the 3,400 ISACA members in 129 countries polled […]
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PC Mag reports that, in 2011, Facebook welcomed 21-year-old George Hotz onto its development team. Why did this make the news? Prior to being hired by Facebook, Hotz had been involved in a months-long court battle against Sony because he had hacked into the company’s Playstation 3 platform. Hotz’s case is far from an exceptional occurrence. The same article from PC Mag listed other black hat hackers whose unlawful exploits landed them jobs at top companies. Why do so many large business turn toward hackers to help them create better, more secure products? Hackers Have a High Level of Knowledge […]
More than one-third of cyberattacks between October 2014 and October 2015 targeted the government, according to the 2016 RiskMap Report released by global risk consultancy firm Control Risks. These targeted cyberattacks are prevalent, making cybersecurity a key issue for the nation’s government. Delve into what you need to know about government cybersecurity. Government Cybersecurity Strengths America has benefited from a presidential administration that recognizes the challenges cybersecurity presents, according to The White House Office of the Press Secretary in a February 2016 Cybersecurity National Action Plan fact sheet. In December 2015, the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 passed into law. This […]
As individuals, corporations, and government agencies increasingly store and transmit digital information, the ability to protect valuable data becomes more crucial. Unfortunately, cyber theft and cyber attacks are becoming more sophisticated and prolific each year — meaning cybersecurity is more important than ever. Luckily, breakthroughs in cybersecurity are also increasing, which allows organizations to stay one step ahead of those who attempt to commit cyber crimes. Individuals who wish to become part of the workforce addressing digital and internet threats by earning a bachelor’s in cybersecurity online should be aware of prominent cybersecurity research topics. Here are two recent breakthroughs in cybersecurity, as well as a detailed infographic that delves into the complexity of […]
With so much of our daily lives conducted online these days, it’s astounding that the issue of cyber security is not more discussed. Only occasionally does the issue come up in national consciousness, usually during a celebrity photo leak or a breach of political security. However, common cyber crime is much more prevalent than these occasional headlines suggest. Every day, cyber criminals victimize people who shop, bank and send or receive money online. And the sad truth is that few of these criminals can be described as experts or masterminds. The lack of awareness about cyber security makes most people […]
With the increased threat of cyber crimes, industries across the country are becoming more aware of the need to increase cyber security efficiency. While some are making large steps to become more secure, there are still large industries lagging behind. By gaining an understanding of the ever increasing threat, there is hope for improvement in the years to come. United States Government After a major security breach last year in the Office of Personnel Management, the United States Government is doing its best to increase cyber security. Despite improvements, a new report from risk assessors SecurityScorecard shows the government still […]
The global threat of cyber hacking is on the rise. A quick internet search reveals the many industries that have been recently threatened by systems breaches, from universities to automakers and even the IRS. The energy company BP reports that it receives over 50,000 attempts at cyber intrusion every day, while the Pentagon reports it receives 10 million each day. It is no longer a matter of “if” your company will be attacked, but when. While many industries are struggling to keep their data safe from cyber attacks, the finance and retail industries have received the highest marks when it […]
Other than a few “mom and pop” stores here and there, almost all businesses are now online, which means their data systems are potentially at risk for cyber attacks. With more and more cyber attacks on businesses each year, companies are making significant investments by hiring in cybersecurity experts who can keep their systems safe. What follows are just a few of the careers in this thriving field, along with their average starting salaries. Cybersecurity Analyst According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, information security analyst jobs are projected to increase by 37% through 2022. Cybersecurity analysts are in […]
As individuals, corporations and government agencies increasingly store and transmit digital information, the ability to protect this valuable data becomes more important. Unfortunately, cyber theft and cyber attacks are becoming more sophisticated and prolific each year meaning cyber security is more important than ever. Luckily, breakthroughs in cyber security are also happening at an increasing rate, which allows these organizations to stay one step ahead of those who attempt to commit cyber crimes. Single Photon Generation A research team at the University of Sydney has solved an issue that could cause a major breakthrough in the way information is transmitted, […]