Greetings! Welcome to the Spring 2024 issue of the United States Cybersecurity Magazine! As always, we would like to take a moment to thank our supporters, members, sponsors, contributors, and everyone else who makes the magazine possible. All of us here at the United States Cybersecurity Magazine remain committed to bringing you, our readers, the … Read more
introduction A doorbell rings, a text message arrives- a package has been delivered to a front porch or loading dock. The Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry delivers a wide range of products sold to consumers – safely, reliably, and routinely – from grocery stores to department stores. The CPG industry comprises businesses involved in producing, … Read more
Hello, I have a well-researched theory that (OK, well-researched by me, and since this is my column…you get the picture) that most cybersecurity wisdom stems from 1970’s punk rock. For example, in 1977, Joey Ramone graced us with this observation, which was philosophical, pithy, and deeply insightful all at once: I don’t care (he don’t … Read more
Introduction In today’s interconnected world, regulatory compliance has become a top priority for organizations across various industries. Businesses must adhere to an ever-growing list of laws and regulations designed to protect sensitive data and maintain the security and privacy of customers and stakeholders. One crucial technology that has emerged to assist organizations in achieving regulatory … Read more
In this digital era, organizations face cyber threats with severe consequences. These threats are primarily due to remote working, the usage of unsecured devices or the use of outdated antivirus software. An effective cybersecurity strategy involves risk assessment for effective resource allocation. Moreover, security systems such as encryptions and firewall software stop unauthorized access. Project … Read more
Introduction Security within products is the need of the hour across manufacturing organizations, more so within semiconductor manufacturing. Secure by Design is an imperative that organizations are adopting very rapidly. This is very critical for the manufacturing industry as it is the most targeted industry for cybersecurity attacks in the last year. The graphic below … Read more
How to Ready Your Organization for Forthcoming Implementation Since 2020, the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) has waited for the implementation of the Department of Defense (DoD) Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program anxiously wondering what it means for the contracting community and the future of defense acquisitions. CMMC will begin implementation by January 2025, so … Read more
Hackers and nation-state cybercriminals pose a growing threat to the security of our digital world. No one, from individuals to multi-national corporations to governments, is immune from cyberattacks like data breaches, ransomware attacks, and targeted intrusions. The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report for 2024 ranks cyberattacks as a top five global risk, right after … Read more
The general sat back in her high-backed executive office chair and surveyed the network operations center. A half-dozen engineers focused intently on the large curved high-definition displays in front of them and two men stood to her right. She nodded to the government program manager. “Have we gotten all the necessary approvals?” She knew the … Read more
A digital twin is a virtual representation of a physical object, process, or system. Digital twins have emerged as a critical technology that fundamentally changes how companies design, monitor, and maintain their physical assets in today’s rapidly evolving industrial landscape. A digital twin is a virtual representation of a physical object, process, or system. Often … Read more
