cyber-attack Archives - CFO

Nation-State Hackers Breach Cybersecurity Firm

Nation-State Hackers Breach Cybersecurity Firm

The hack of FireEye "demonstrates that even the most sophisticated companies are vulnerable to cyberattacks."

By Matthew Heller | December 9, 2020

Risky Business

Among the various threats to corporate well-being, one — the vulnerability of sensitive data — stands out from the crowd.

By Josh Hyatt | February 21, 2018

Maersk Back Online After Ransomware Attack

Maersk Back Online After Ransomware Attack

The Danish shipping company worked with partner MSC to avoid serious disruptions.

By William Sprouse | July 5, 2017

Choosing a Sound Path Forward for Cybersecurity

Choosing a Sound Path Forward for Cybersecurity

When it comes to cybersecurity risk management, let's pursue a flexible, principles-based approach, not one filled with layers of compliance requirements.

By Cindy Fornelli | June 19, 2017

Microsoft Releases Patches for Unsupported Software

Microsoft Releases Patches for Unsupported Software

An ‘elevated risk’ of cyberattack was cited in the decision to release the security updates for older Windows systems.

By William Sprouse | June 14, 2017

Cyber Attacks Can Cause Major Stock Drops

Cyber Attacks Can Cause Major Stock Drops

A new study finds some breaches have wiped as much as 15% off companies' stock market valuations.

By Matthew Heller | April 12, 2017

Cyber Risks Threaten Physical Security, Industrial Controls

Risk Management

Cyber Risks Threaten Physical Security, Industrial Controls

Cyber risk management should go beyond IT-specific concerns like malware, firewalls, and virus scans.

By Kevin Ingram | February 9, 2017

Don’t Just Mitigate Ransomware

Don’t Just Mitigate Ransomware

CFOs must ensure their companies are prepared to thwart ransomware attacks and protect the organization's reputation.

By Roy Golding | February 7, 2017

Small Business CFOs Report Fewer Cyber Attacks

Small Business CFOs Report Fewer Cyber Attacks

In the last 24 months, less than one fifth of small and midsize companies say they have experienced attacks on their computer networks, CFO finds.

By Vincent Ryan | March 15, 2016

Did Home Depot’s Outdated Software Help Hackers?

Did Home Depot’s Outdated Software Help Hackers?

Former staffers allege management's aversion to spending money on state-of-the-art security could have been a factor in the recent breach.

By Iris Dorbian | September 16, 2014