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The July 2024 IT Outage: A Practical Reminder of Cybersecurity’s Critical Role

The July 2024 IT Outage: A Practical Reminder of Cybersecurity’s Critical Role

Background On July 19, 2024, a major IT outage disrupted several online services, causing widespread inconvenienceand highlighting the ever-present threat of cyberattacks. The glitch originated from a corruptedsoftware update sent out by security company CrowdStrike to its vast number of…

Relating Cybersecurity Risk Management to Credit Risk Modeling in Finance

Relating Cybersecurity Risk Management to Credit Risk Modeling in Finance

Background In today’s interconnected world, both financial institutions and cybersecurity professionals facethe daunting task of managing risks effectively to safeguard assets and data. While the domains of finance and cybersecurity may seem distinct, they share common principles in riskmanagement. In…

Applying Risk Management Principles in Threat Detection and Prevention

Applying Risk Management Principles in Threat Detection and Prevention

Background In today’s digital landscape, organizations face an ever-evolving array of cyber threats that can compromise their sensitive data, disrupt operations, and tarnish their reputation. As the frequency and sophistication of cyber-attacks continue to rise, it has become imperative for…