Articles, write-ups, and musings concerning the world of cybersecurity and technology.
A CTO wants to bury a breach. A senior VP wants an intern to say "probably." Two hypothetical memos on what to do when someone with more power wants a convenient story, and why honesty wins.
Cybersecurity professionals regularly face situations where what's legally allowed differs from what's ethically right. Understanding ethical frameworks helps you navigate these gaps and make decisions that protect both your organization and the public.
Cybersecurity professionals face constant ethical decisions, from protecting critical information to navigating complex questions like ransomware payments. The real challenge isn't knowing what's right: it's being prepared to act ethically when circumstances make the answer far from simple.
JPMorgan Chase spends roughly $600 million a year on cybersecurity. Meanwhile, just 5% of small business owners surveyed in 2022 called it their biggest risk. The information for this post was gathered and sourced in 2024 when most of the content was written. Though the...
