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. 

01.

Neglecting third-party security 

Neglecting the security of third-party vendors and partners, which can create vulnerabilities in the organization. 

02.

Lack of security policies 

Failing to develop and implement security policies, which can leave the organization vulnerable to attacks. 

03.

Overlooking security testing 

Neglecting security testing and assessments can result in vulnerabilities being missed, leaving the organization at risk. 

04.

Underestimate insider threats 

Insider threats can be as damaging as external threats and need to be taken seriously by CISOs. 

05.

Underestimate insider threats 

Insider threats can be as damaging as external threats and need to be taken seriously by CISOs. 

06.

Not keeping up with technology

Failing to keep up with the latest technological advancements can make an organization more vulnerable to cyber attacks. 

07

Not keeping up with technology

Failing to keep up with the latest technological advancements can make an organization more vulnerable to cyber attacks. 

08

Lack of communication with executives 

Failing to communicate the importance of cybersecurity to executives can lead to inadequate support for security initiatives. 

09

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. 

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