Bart R. McDonough

Cyber Guardians (eBook, ePUB)

Empowering Board Members for Effective Cybersecurity

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

A comprehensive overview for directors aiming to meet their cybersecurity responsibilities In Cyber Guardians: Empowering Board Members for Effective Cybersecurity, veteran cybersecurity advisor Bart McDonough delivers a comprehensive and hands-on roadmap to effective cybersecurity oversight for directors and board members at organizations of all sizes. The author includes real-world case studies, examples, frameworks, and blueprints that address relevant cybersecurity risks, including the industrialized ransomware attacks so commonly found in today's headlines. In the book, you'll explore the modern cybersecurity landscape, legal and regulatory requirements, risk management and assessment techniques, and the specific role played by board members in developing and promoting a culture of cybersecurity. You'll also find: * Examples of cases in which board members failed to adhere to regulatory and legal requirements to notify the victims of data breaches about a cybersecurity incident and the consequences they faced as a result * Specific and actional cybersecurity implementation strategies written for readers without a technical background * What to do to prevent a cybersecurity incident, as well as how to respond should one occur in your organization A practical and accessible resource for board members at firms of all shapes and sizes, Cyber Guardians is relevant across industries and sectors and a must-read guide for anyone with a stake in robust organizational cybersecurity.

---

Dieser Download kann aus rechtlichen Gründen nur mit Rechnungsadresse in A, B, BG, CY, CZ, D, DK, EW, E, FIN, F, GR, HR, H, IRL, I, LT, L, LR, M, NL, PL, P, R, S, SLO, SK ausgeliefert werden.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: John Wiley & Sons
• Seitenzahl: 288
• Erscheinungstermin: 8. August 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781394226238
• Artikelnr.: 68600266

Autorenporträt

BART R. McDONOUGH, the CEO and Founder of Agio, uses his extensive 20-plus years of IT and cybersecurity expertise to decode complex cybersecurity subjects, establishing him as a reliable resource for clients. His acclaimed book Cyber Smart provides a user-friendly guide to navigating the intricate landscape of cybersecurity for professionals and families alike. In addition to his role as a strategic cybersecurity advisor to boards, McDonough has also contributed valuable insights and perspectives as a member of several boards. Throughout his notable career, he has offered expert cybersecurity counsel to some of the world's premier money managers. Bart received his undergraduate degree from the University of Connecticut and his Master's degree from Yale University.

Inhaltsangabe

Preface: What to Expect from This Book xv

Chapter 1 Introduction 1

Summary of a Board's Incident Response 5

Checklist for a Board's Incident Response 8

Chapter 2 Cybersecurity Basics 11

CIA Framework 13

Key Cybersecurity Concepts and Terminology for Board Members 19

Threats and Risks 19

Vulnerabilities and Exploits 20

Malware 21

Social Engineering 22

Encryption and Data Protection 23

Authentication and Access Control 24

Common Cyber Threats and Risks Faced by Companies 26

Phishing 26

Malware 27

Ransomware 28

Business Email Compromise 29

Insider Threats 30

Third-Party Risk 31

Mistakes/Errors 32

Emerging Threats 33

Advanced Persistent Threats 34

Supply Chain Attacks 35

Data Destruction 36

Zero-Day Exploits 37

Internet of Things Attacks 38

Cloud Security 39

Mobile Device Security 40

Key Technologies and Defense Strategies 42

Firewall Technology 42

Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems 43

Encryption 44

Multifactor Authentication 45

Virtual Private Network 46

Antivirus and Anti-malware Software 47

Endpoint Detection and Response 48

Patch Management 49

Cloud Technology 49

Identity and Access Management 50

Mobile Device Management 51

Data Backup and Recovery 52

Zero-Trust Architecture 54

Micro-segmentation 55

Secure Access Service Edge 56

Containerization 56

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning 57

Blockchain 59

Quantum Computing 61

Threat Intelligence 64

What Is Threat Intelligence? 65

How Can Threat Intelligence Help Organizations? 65

What Should Board Members Know About Threat Intelligence? 66

Threat Actors 67

External Threat Actors 68

State-Sponsored Attackers 68

Hacktivists 70

Cybercriminals 70

Competitors 72

Terrorists 72

Internal Actors 73

Employees 73

Contractors 75

Third-Party Vendors 76

Motivations of Threat Actors 77

Financial Gain 77

Political and Strategic Objectives 78

Ideological Beliefs 79

Personal Motivations 80

Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures 81

Examples of TTPs Used by Different Threat Actors 81

MITRE ATT&CK Framework 83

Chapter 2 Summary 85

Chapter 3 Legal and Regulatory Landscape 87

Overview of Relevant Cybersecurity Regulations and Laws 90

Federal Regulations in the United States 90

The Federal Trade Commission Act 90

The Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act 92

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act 94

State Regulations in the United States 97

Data Breach Notification Laws 97

California Consumer Privacy Act 99

European Union Regulations 101

General Data Protection Regulation 101

Network and Information Security Directive 102

ePrivacy Directive 104

Industry Standards 105

Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard 105

National Institute of Standards and Technology 107

Securities Exchange Commission 108

2011 Cybersecurity Disclosure Guidance 108

2018 Cybersecurity Disclosure Guidance 108

2023 Proposal for New Cybersecurity Re