Dark Reading Weekly -- September 10, 2020

Meet the Middlemen Who Connect Cybercriminals With Victims

An analysis of initial access brokers explains how they break into vulnerable organizations and sell their access for up to $10,000.

Collection of Metadata -- as Done by the NSA -- Likely Unconstitutional, US Court Suggests

A ruling in an appeal by four men convicted of material support for terrorism finds that the National Security Agency's metadata collection program not only violated the prevailing law at the time but was also likely unconstitutional.

Ransomware Attacks Disrupt School Reopenings

A flurry of recent attacks is complicating attempts to deliver classes online at some schools in different parts of the country.

Why We Need to Pay Attention to Attacks on the Smart-Built Environment

Are attacks on IoT physical security devices real or just theoretical? Why professionals need to be aware of the real-life examples in an effort to guard against future attacks on their own businesses.

7 Cybersecurity Priorities for Government Agencies & Political Campaigns

As election season ramps up, organizations engaged in the process must strengthen security to prevent chaos and disorder from carrying the day. Here's how.

COVID-19: Latest Security News & Commentary

Check out Dark Reading's updated, exclusive news and commentary surrounding the coronavirus pandemic.

Next-Gen Firewalls 101: Not Just a Buzzword

In a rare twist, "next-gen" isn't just marketing-speak when it comes to next-gen firewalls, which function differently than traditional gear and may enable you to replace a variety of devices.

VPNs: The Cyber Elephant in the Room

While virtual private networks once boosted security, their current design doesn't fulfill the evolving requirements of today's modern enterprise.

How CISOs Can Play a New Role in Defining the Future of Work

Rather than just reacting to security issues in the COVID-19 era, CISOs are now in a position to be change agents alongside their C-suite peers.

EDITORS' CHOICE

Post-COVID-19 Cybersecurity Spending Update

Security spending growth will slow in 2020, but purse strings are looser than for other areas of IT.

7 Cybersecurity Priorities for Government Agencies & Political Campaigns

As election season ramps up, organizations engaged in the process must strengthen security to prevent chaos and disorder from carrying the day. Here's how.

NEW FROM THE EDGE

Next-Gen Firewalls 101: Not Just a Buzzword

In a rare twist, "next-gen" isn't just marketing-speak when it comes to next-gen firewalls, which function differently than traditional gear and may enable you to replace a variety of devices.

Our Diversity Program Isn't Working. What Are We Doing Wrong?

Assuming that you're truly stuck, here are some things to consider.

7 New Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities That Could Put Your Enterprise at Risk