SecurityBrief UK - Technology news for CISOs & cybersecurity decision-makers

Richard Ford stories

Richard Ford is a keen observer of the rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape. His recent stories explore a range of critical issues affecting the field today, from budgetary constraints to the alarming skills shortage. Through his writings, Ford highlights the pressing challenges that organizations face while trying to bolster their security frameworks.

In his discussions about events like the Security First 2024 conference and the impact of incidents such as the Crowdstrike update, readers gain insight into the complex interplay between technology and organizational preparedness. Ford's coverage emphasizes the necessity for companies to stay vigilant and adaptable in a world where cyber threats are continuously changing.

Moreover, Ford's focus on mental health within the cybersecurity sector sheds light on an often-overlooked aspect of the profession. By addressing the pressures practitioners face, he encourages a conversation about the importance of leadership and support systems in maintaining the well-being of cybersecurity teams. Overall, reading Ford's work provides a thorough understanding of current cybersecurity trends and the human factors that influence them.

Story image
Cybersecurity experts stress ongoing vigilance beyond October
Mon, 14th Oct 2024
#
data protection
#
phishing
#
advanced persistent threat protection
As Cybersecurity Awareness Month unfolds, experts urge businesses to adopt comprehensive strategies to combat evolving threats and enhance their security measures.
Story image
Enhancing mental health in cybersecurity through leadership
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
#
cybersecurity
#
skillsoft
#
mental health
On World Mental Health Day, experts stress the urgent need for empathetic leadership to tackle growing mental health challenges in the high-pressure cybersecurity sector.
Story image
CrowdStrike's major IT outage prompts call for infrastructure investment
Sat, 27th Jul 2024
#
devops
#
apm
#
ai security
An IT outage caused by a faulty update from CrowdStrike halted 8.5 million Windows PCs, disrupting airlines and the NHS; a fix and reboot are now advised.
Story image
Crowdstrike update causes global IT outage across industries
Sun, 21st Jul 2024
#
dr
#
devops
#
encryption
A faulty update from Crowdstrike has triggered a global IT outage, disrupting healthcare, broadcasting, and more, raising urgent questions about security dependencies.
Story image
Integrity360 announces Security First 2024 featuring Louis Theroux
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
#
firewalls
#
ransomware
#
breach prevention
Integrity360's Security First 2024 conference, featuring Louis Theroux and focusing on key cybersecurity topics, is set for the 21st March in London.
Story image
Skills shortage, budgets biggest challenges for MDR
Thu, 4th May 2023
#
advanced persistent threat protection
#
cybersecurity
#
skills gap
The skills shortage and low budgets are the biggest challenges when it comes to managed detection and response.
Story image
Integrity360 finds cybersecurity budgets are failing to meet expectations
Fri, 17th Mar 2023
#
breach prevention
#
cybersecurity
#
data breach
Over 30% of UK and Irish businesses are wasting money on unused cybersecurity tools, according to Integrity360. .
Story image
Employee burnout greatest fear for cyber security professionals
Fri, 16th Dec 2022
#
cybersecurity
#
vectra
#
burnout
Data security is critical to building an effective cyber security strategy, according to more than 60 % of polled organisations.