The Dos and Don'ts for CISOs: Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid
Ignoring the human factor
Failing to address the importance of employee training and awareness, which can lead to security breaches.
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Neglecting third-party security
Neglecting the security of third-party vendors and partners, which can create vulnerabilities in the organization.
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Lack of security policies
Failing to develop and implement security policies, which can leave the organization vulnerable to attacks.
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Overlooking security testing
Neglecting security testing and assessments can result in vulnerabilities being missed, leaving the organization at risk.
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Underestimateinsider threats
Insider threats can be as damaging as external threats and need to be taken seriously by CISOs.
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Underestimateinsider threats
Insider threats can be as damaging as external threats and need to be taken seriously by CISOs.
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Not keeping up with technology
Failing to keep up with the latest technological advancements can make an organization more vulnerable to cyber attacks.
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Not keeping up with technology
Failing to keep up with the latest technological advancements can make an organization more vulnerable to cyber attacks.
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Lack of communication with executives
Failing to communicate the importance of cybersecurity to executives can lead to inadequate support for security initiatives.
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Lack of communication with executives
Failing to have a proper incident response plan in place can lead to delays in identifying and addressing security incidents, causing damage to the organization.