Dark Reading Daily -- November 22, 2019

6 Top Nontechnical Degrees for Cybersecurity

A computer science degree isn't the only path into a cybersecurity career.

Leaks of NSA, CIA Tools Have Leveled Nation-State Cybercriminal Capabilities

The wide availability of tools leaked by the Shadow Brokers and WikiLeaks in 2016 and 2017 have given emerging cyber powers a way to catch up, DarkOwl says.

The 'Department of No': Why CISOs Need to Cultivate a Middle Way

A chief information security officer's job inherently involves conflict, but a go-along-to-get-along approach carries its own vulnerabilities and risks.

Anatomy of a BEC Scam

A look at the characteristics of real-world business email compromise attacks - and what makes them tick.

3 Fundamentals for Better Security and IT Management

Nail these security fundamentals, and your organization will be well-positioned to succeed next year and in the years to come.

Government Agency Partners on New Tool for Election Security

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has partnered with VotingWorks on an open source tool to aid election result audits.

Google Increases Top Android Hacking Prize to $1M

Google expands its Android Security Rewards program and multiplies its top cash prize from $200,000 to $1 million.

Soft Skills: 6 Nontechnical Traits CISOs Need to Succeed

Degrees, certifications, and experience are all important to career development, but mastering the people side of the equation may matter a whole lot more, CISOs say.

Why Multifactor Authentication Is Now a Hacker Target

SIM swaps, insecure web design, phishing, and channel-jacking are four ways attackers are circumventing MFA technology, according to the FBI.

5 Cybersecurity CISO Priorities for the Future

Seven chief information security officers share their pain points and two-year spending plans.

EDITORS' CHOICE

13 Security Pros Share Their Most Valuable Experiences

From serving as an artillery Marine to working a help desk, a baker's dozen of security pros share experiences that had the greatest influence on their careers.

I 'Hacked' My Accounts Using My Mobile Number: Here's What I Learned

A feature that's supposed to make your account more secure -- adding a cellphone number -- has become a vector of attack in SIM-swapping incidents. Here's how it's done and how you can protect yourself.

NEW FROM THE EDGE

In the Market for a MSSP? Ask These Questions First

Not all managed security service providers are created equal. These questions can reveal whether you are hiring the right people to help secure your business.

Navigating the Deluge of Security Data