Cyber Security Byte: Saturday, September 7th, 2024

🍎 Mac Attack: Office Apps Under Fire

Happy Saturday!🚴🏽‍♀️ New vulnerabilities have been uncovered in Microsoft Office apps for macOS, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. If your organization uses these programs, it’s probably a good idea to ensure your cybersecurity insurance is up to date.🔒

But securing the right cyber insurance plan can feel like navigating a maze. With the right approach, you can cut through the confusion and find the coverage that suits your needs—whether you’re already covered or just exploring options. 

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Navigating the World of Cybersecurity Insurance

In the age of digital dominance, the specter of cyber threats has never been more pronounced. Enter cybersecurity insurance, an essential pillar of contemporary risk management.

As businesses of all scales grapple with the maze of the online domain, integrating cyber insurance into strategic planning is paramount.

By Jason Edwards ● Contributing CISO ● Read More…

CYBER BYTES

In an official disclosure filed with the SEC on August 30th, Halliburton confirmed that a recent cyberattack has allowed threat actors to access and exfiltrate sensitive company data.

For years, many CISOs have struggled to make security a top priority among developers, even as the attack surface expands and cyber risks grow more severe.

Eight security vulnerabilities have been discovered in Microsoft applications for macOS, exposing users to potential attacks that could elevate an adversary’s privileges.

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The Secret to Better, More Aligned Decisions

The CEO is at the whiteboard leading a conversation about which competitors are fiercest in each of the three markets and how they can compete across all three. Each of the eight leadership team members has strong opinions about where the limited resources should be spent for the best outcomes.

There is turbulence as each team member picks their favorite market, product feature, and/or competitor to discuss during their debate. The CEO, frustrated after an hour of no conclusions, asks the most important question: How will we succeed?

By Kevin Twomey, Contributing Writer â—Ź Read More…

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