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As privacy laws evolve globally, organizations face increasing complexity in adapting their data protection strategies to stay compliant. In this Help Net Security interview, Kabir Barday, CEO at OneTrust, emphasizes that embracing privacy by design enables organizations to navigate compliance challenges. As privacy laws evolve globally, adapting data protection strategies to stay compliant becomes increasingly complex. How can organizations navigate this complexity, especially when faced with conflicting legal requirements from different jurisdictions? There are now … More → The post Core security measures to strengthen privacy and data protection programs appeared first on Help Net Security.

In this Help Net Security interview, Chris Peake, CISO & SVP at Smartsheet, explains how responsible AI should be defined by each organization to guide their AI development and usage. Peake emphasizes that implementing responsible AI requires balancing ethical considerations, industry regulations, and proactive risk assessment to ensure that AI is used transparently. How should businesses and governments implement responsible AI to ensure ethical alignment, particularly in industries heavily reliant on AI? Responsible AI can … More → The post Tailoring responsible AI: Defining ethical guidelines for industry-specific use appeared first on Help Net Security.

In this Help Net Security interview, Dana Wang, Chief Architect at OpenSSF, discusses the most significant barriers to improving open-source software security (OSS security) and opportunities for overcoming these challenges. The OpenSSF community has developed open-source security tools and projects, aiming to make security the default and promote a collaborative effort to strengthen the security posture of open-source ecosystems. What are the most significant barriers to improving OSS security, and what opportunities exist for overcoming … More → The post Establishing a security baseline for open source projects appeared first on Help Net Security.

As organizations increasingly adopt AI, they face unique challenges in updating AI models to keep pace with evolving threats while ensuring seamless integration into existing cybersecurity frameworks. In this Help Net Security interview, Pukar Hamal, CEO at SecurityPal, discusses the integration of AI tools in cybersecurity. What are organizations’ main challenges when integrating AI into their cybersecurity infrastructures? Companies are like organisms: constantly changing every second. Given the dynamic nature of companies, keeping AI models … More → The post Strategies for preventing AI misuse in cybersecurity appeared first on Help Net Security.

The Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is the most widely recognized certification in the information security industry. CISSP certifies that an information security professional possesses extensive technical and managerial expertise for designing, engineering, and managing an organization’s security stance. In this article, CISSP-certified cybersecurity leaders provide practical tips and strategies to help candidates navigate the extensive study requirements and effectively manage their CISSP exam prep time. Whether you’re just starting your study journey or … More → The post How to prepare for the CISSP exam: Tips from industry leaders appeared first on Help Net Security.

In this Help Net Security interview, Sophie Stalla-Bourdillon, Senior Privacy Counsel & Legal Engineer at Immuta, discusses the AI Act, the Data Act, and the Health Data Space Regulation. Learn how these regulations interact, their implications for both public and private sectors, and their role in shaping future AI and data privacy practices globally. The discussion also touches on the Biden administration’s policies on AI and the anticipated American Privacy Rights Act, providing a view … More → The post Understanding emerging AI and data privacy regulations appeared first on Help Net Security.

In this Help Net Security interview, Charly Davis, CCO at Sapphire, provides insights into the current challenges and barriers women face in the cybersecurity industry. Davis emphasizes the need for proactive strategies to attract diverse talent, improve mentorship opportunities, and foster supportive organizational cultures in cybersecurity. Could you explain the current skills gap in cybersecurity and what makes it a critical issue for both private and public sectors? The widening cyber skills gap has been … More → The post Making cybersecurity more appealing to women, closing the skills gap appeared first on Help Net Security.

In this Help Net Security interview, Mike Lemberger, Visa’s SVP, Chief Risk Officer, North America, discusses the severe financial losses resulting from triangulation fraud, estimating monthly losses to range from $660 million to $1 billion among merchants. He also highlights the emerging threat of AI-powered voice scams, urging businesses to implement MFA, behavioral biometrics, and employee education to mitigate vulnerabilities and foster collaboration among businesses, technology providers, and regulatory bodies. Could you shed light on … More → The post Triangulation fraud: The costly scam hitting online retailers appeared first on Help Net Security.

In this Help Net Security interview, Assaf Mischari, Managing Partner, Team8 Health, discusses the risks associated with GenAI healthcare innovations and their impact on patient privacy. What are the key cybersecurity challenges in healthcare in the context of GenAI, and how can they be effectively addressed? The healthcare industry faces many of the same challenges other industries face in the wake of emerging technologies with subtle differences that need to be considered and addressed. For … More → The post Overcoming GenAI challenges in healthcare cybersecurity appeared first on Help Net Security.

In this Help Net Security interview, Roy Davis, Manager – Vulnerability Management & Bug Bounty at Zoom, discusses the role bug bounty programs play in identifying security vulnerabilities and facilitating collaboration with researchers. He offers advice to organizations, stressing the importance of clear program policies, swift response times, and competitive bounties to attract and retain top bug hunting talent. Are there specific vulnerabilities or security issues that bug bounty programs are particularly effective in identifying? … More → The post How to optimize your bug bounty programs appeared first on Help Net Security.