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CISO or Scapegoat? The High-Stakes Game of Cybersecurity Accountability
The role of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) has evolved drastically, now burdened with more accountability for cybersecurity. As regulations like DORA and new SEC rules emphasize board accountability, the CISO often becomes the scapegoat. To shift this, fostering a positive security culture and…
Hot Take:
Remember when being a CISO meant just updating the antivirus software and calling it a day? Ah, the good ol’ times. Today, if something goes wrong, it’s less about ‘Houston, we have a problem,’ and more about ‘Houston, you’re fired!’ The CISO role has turned into a real-life version of the Hunger Games, except the odds are never in your favor.
Key Points:
- New regulations like DORA and SEC rules have shifted cybersecurity accountability to the board.
- CISOs still bear the brunt when breaches occur, facing legal repercussions and becoming scapegoats.
- 86% of organizations blame their CIO or CISO for security breaches.
- Creating a culture of collective cybersecurity responsibility is crucial to improving security posture.
- Regularly updated asset inventories and clear lines of responsibility can help CISOs manage security more effectively.
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