CSO Security Leadership
The day's top cybersecurity news and in-depth coverage
March 12, 2025
The state of ransomware: Fragmented but still potent despite takedowns
Fresh cybercrime threats are emerging from rebranded, leaked, or purchased code, as data exfiltration becomes the norm and enterprises ramp up countermeasures.
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The cybersecurity product sales process is broken, but it doesnât have to be
The relationship between CISOs and vendors is fraught with problems that result in a deeply flawed procurement process - by working together, vendors and CISOs can create a better way forward.
Companies are drowning in high-risk software security debt â and the breach outlook is getting worse
Unresolved security debt is leaving organizations at greater risk of security breaches as fix times grow longer and the software ecosystem increasingly complexifies.
Security operations centers are fundamental to cybersecurity â hereâs how to build one
To create an effective SOC, CISOs must balance people, technology, and operations and decide between investing in-house or managed services.
CISOs and CIOs forge vital partnerships for business success
Escalating cybersecurity threats and compliance complexities set the stage for a more collaborative, business-oriented relationship between IT and security leadership.
8 obstacles women still face when seeking a leadership role in IT
For women, the IT career ladder is littered with obstacles, bias, and challenges that cannot always be overcome without the help of allies.
Google paid nearly $12 million to bug hunters last year
The company says it has paid out over $65 million since its bug hunting program started.
