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“Mapping Cybersecurity Threats to Defenses: A Strategic Approach to Risk Mitigation” Most of the time we talk about reducing risk by implementing controls, but we don’t talk about if the implemented controls will reduce the Probability or Impact of the Risk. The below matrix helps organizations build a robust, prioritized, and strategic cybersecurity posture while ensuring risks are managed comprehensively by implementing controls that reduces the probability while minimising the impact. Key Takeaways from the Matrix 1. Multi-layered Security: Many controls address multiple attack types, emphasizing the importance of defense in depth. 2. Balance Between Probability and Impact: Controls like patch management and EDR reduce both the likelihood of attacks (probability) and the harm they can cause (impact). 3. Tailored Controls: Some attacks (e.g., DDoS) require specific solutions like DDoS protection, while broader threats (e.g., phishing) are countered by multiple layers like email security, IAM, and training. 4. Holistic Approach: Combining technical measures (e.g., WAF) with process controls (e.g., training, third-party risk management) creates a comprehensive security posture. This matrix can be a powerful tool for understanding how individual security controls align with specific threats, helping organizations prioritize investments and optimize their cybersecurity strategy. Cyber Security News ®The Cyber Security Hub™

New Cyber Case - HOT OFF THE PRESS - ASIC v FIIG Securities Limited Another Australian Financial Services (AFS) Licence holder being held to account under the #CorporationsAct by ASIC in filings lodged yesterday in the Federal Court of Australia for "systematic and prolonged cybersecurity failures". As it is so often, it's not about the breach - it's about the failure to take adequate steps to protect an organisation against cybersecurity risks. Yes, that resulted in a breach, but that isn't the only reason why ASIC brought proceedings. The Concise Statement sets out some useful tests and insights into what ASIC will consider as 'adequate' and 'reasonable' in the circumstances and how they allege these were not in place in this case. These include: - the nature of the business being carried out (in this case a AFS licence holder) - consideration of the nature and extent of the information held by the Defendant including the personal information (which included tax file numbers, Medicare numbers, bank account details in addition to the more common types of personal information) - the value of assets under its control - the likelihood that it would be the target of cyber intrusions and the potential consequences if that were to be successful What ASIC considers are 'adequate' cybersecurity measures for a business such as the Defendant is set out in Annexure A of the Concise Statement - but they include having adequate financial, technological and human resources to implement the cybersecurity measures and to comply with its legal obligations. Put simply - enough budget, the right systems and tools (and properly implemented), and enough people (including outsourced). The missing measures allegedly included: - an adequate, up to date and tested incident response plan - privileged access management controls - vulnerability scanning - next-gen firewalls - EDR - patched and updated systems - MFA - a properly configured SEIM system with monitoring by appropriately skilled personnel - security awareness training - processes to review and evaluate the effectiveness of the cyber security - controls ASIC also raises concerns with the Defendant's response to the incident when they were notified by the Australian Signals Directorate. It took almost a week from notification to beginning to investigate what turned out to be a major breach with 358GB of data exfiltrated. The recovery then took months and impacted on the Defendant's ability to provide its financial services. https://lnkd.in/gtfPehCJ #cybersecurity #cyberbreach #cyberlaw #AFSL #ASIC

A $4.4B Supply Chain Revolution Just Got the Green Light 🚁 This could change the game. 🎯 The FAA just dropped their 700-page BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) rule proposal—and it's the regulatory breakthrough the logistics industry has been waiting for since 2021. 📋 🔑 Key BVLOS Highlights That Matter: Corporate responsibility model 🏢 - Companies (not individual pilots) manage compliance Dual pathways 🛤️: Permits for low-risk ops, Certificates for large-scale operations Drones up to 1,320 lbs ⚖️ - Way beyond current 55 lb Part 107 limits Automated Data Service Providers 🤖 - FAA-approved UTM systems manage traffic Operations over people allowed 👥 (with restrictions) Air corridors 🛫 for predetermined, scalable routes 🇺🇸 The US Numbers (Finally) Don't Lie: Drone delivery market exploding from $1.08B (2025) → $4.40B (2030) 📈 Drone units scaling 8x: from 32,456 to 275,703 units by 2030 🔢 Last-mile costs slashed by 93% with optimized drone routes 💰 ⚡ The Game-Changing Impact No more individual waivers. No more regulatory roadblocks. This 700-page rule creates a standardized pathway for: Package delivery at scale 📦 Medical supply chains to remote areas 🏥 Agricultural monitoring across vast territories 🌾 Emergency response operations 🚨 Infrastructure inspections 🔍 But here's the reality check: We're playing catch-up. ⏰ 🇨🇳 While the US was stuck in regulatory limbo, China was scaling: Meituan: 450,000+ commercial deliveries across 53 urban routes 🏙️ SF Express: 12,000 daily deliveries, 800-2,000 daily takeoffs in one region alone 📊 JD.com: Operating since 2016, now delivering to the Great Wall of China 🏯 China's goal: 10% of ALL deliveries by drone within 5-10 years 🎯 🚀 The opportunity to catch up is REAL (But the Window is Closing): While Meituan delivers milk tea in dense urban Shenzhen in under 15 minutes ⏱️, US companies like Walmart and Wing are finally proving 19-minute delivery times. The infrastructure gap is real, but not insurmountable. 💪 The strategic question This isn't just about drones—it's about reimagining what "fast delivery" means in 2025 and beyond. The companies moving now will own the advantage when the final rule drops in Q1 2026. ⚡ The race is on. China has a head start. But American innovation + regulatory clarity = game changer. 🏁 What's your take? Is your organization ready for the drone delivery revolution? 💭 #SupplyChain #Innovation #Truckl #FutureOfLogistics #LastMile

🛡️ Exploring Microsoft's Advanced Cybersecurity Solutions – Episode 3 of the 'Microsoft Revealed' Series In this third episode of the 'Microsoft Revealed' series, following our discussions on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Entra ID, I dive into Microsoft's holistic approach to cybersecurity. Let's explore how these solutions address critical security domains and empower organizations worldwide. Key Domains Covered: 🔒 Cybersecurity Hygiene: Secure your cloud and endpoints with Defender for Cloud & Endpoints, Sentinel, Lighthouse, and Entra ID. 📂 Data Security: Protect your sensitive data with Microsoft Purview. 🌐 Network Security: Ensure safe network operations with Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, and Lighthouse. 💾 Resilience: Leverage Azure Backup and Disaster Recovery for business continuity. 🛡️ Privacy and Confidentiality: Safeguard sensitive information with Purview and Entra ID. 📊 Risk Management: Mitigate risks effectively with Microsoft Priva. 🤖 Transversal: Enhance operations with Security Copilot, powered by AI. ➕ Capgemini and Microsoft: A Partnership in Action At Capgemini, we help organizations implement these advanced tools, enabling robust security architectures that adapt to evolving threats. Our expertise ensures seamless integration of Microsoft technologies into your business environment. 💬 Your Turn! Which of these cybersecurity domains resonates most with your organization? Share your thoughts or drop your questions in the comments! Vincent Laurens Richard Nadolski Gregory Scola-Grimaldi Louise Jeffrey Cyril Derrien Jeanne Heuré Marco Pereira #Cybersecurity #MicrosoftDefender #Sentinel #SecurityCopilot #MicrosoftPurview #Capgemini #CloudSecurity

Mayo Clinic teams up with Zipline for drone deliveries in its hospital-at-home program across Florida and Minnesota. This partnership could be a tipping point for drone use in healthcare. Despite frequent headlines, wider adoption of drone delivery has been sluggish. However, a collaboration between a top medical center and a leading drone company suggests this technology might finally take flight. "𝑇ℎ𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ 𝑀𝑎𝑦𝑜 𝐶𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑖𝑐'𝑠 𝐴𝑑𝑣𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑒𝑑 𝐶𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑎𝑡 𝐻𝑜𝑚𝑒 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑚, 𝑝𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑠 𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑒𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝑎 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑝𝑢𝑡𝑒𝑟 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑣𝑖𝑑𝑒𝑜 𝑣𝑖𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑠 𝑤𝑖𝑡ℎ 𝑀𝑎𝑦𝑜 𝐶𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑖𝑐'𝑠 𝑐𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑡𝑒𝑎𝑚, 𝑎 𝑝𝑒𝑟𝑠𝑜𝑛𝑎𝑙 𝑒𝑚𝑒𝑟𝑔𝑒𝑛𝑐𝑦 𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑝𝑜𝑛𝑠𝑒 𝑏𝑟𝑎𝑐𝑒𝑙𝑒𝑡, 𝑎 𝑝ℎ𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝑑𝑖𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑙𝑦 𝑐𝑜𝑛𝑛𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑠 𝑡𝑜 𝑜𝑛𝑒'𝑠 𝑐𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝑡𝑒𝑎𝑚, 𝑎 𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑡𝑒𝑟 𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑛𝑒𝑡 𝑎𝑐𝑐𝑒𝑠𝑠, 𝑎 𝑏𝑎𝑐𝑘𝑢𝑝 𝑝𝑜𝑤𝑒𝑟 𝑠𝑢𝑝𝑝𝑙𝑦 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑣𝑖𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑠𝑖𝑔𝑛 𝑚𝑜𝑛𝑖𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑑𝑒𝑣𝑖𝑐𝑒𝑠. 𝑇ℎ𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑔ℎ 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑡𝑛𝑒𝑟𝑠ℎ𝑖𝑝, 𝑝𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑠 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑏𝑒 𝑎𝑏𝑙𝑒 𝑡𝑜 𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑒𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝑚𝑒𝑑𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑠 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑠𝑢𝑝𝑝𝑙𝑖𝑒𝑠 𝑓𝑟𝑜𝑚 𝑡ℎ𝑒 ℎ𝑜𝑠𝑝𝑖𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝑑𝑒𝑙𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑒𝑑 𝑑𝑖𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑙𝑦 𝑡𝑜 𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑖𝑟 ℎ𝑜𝑚𝑒𝑠 𝑢𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑆𝑎𝑛 𝐹𝑟𝑎𝑛𝑐𝑖𝑠𝑐𝑜-𝑏𝑎𝑠𝑒𝑑 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑝𝑎𝑛𝑦'𝑠 𝑑𝑟𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑠𝑒𝑟𝑣𝑖𝑐𝑒." If Federal Aviation Administration rules allow it, it could become a long-term service patients could benefit from.

Enhancing Cybersecurity: A Comprehensive Security Matrix A layered approach to security is essential. The following framework breaks down cybersecurity into six interconnected domains, each with practical components to strengthen defenses and response capabilities: Information Security: Access Rights & Permissions Matrix Data Breach Notification Log Data Classification Register Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Incident Log Document Retention & Disposal Tracker Encryption Key Management Sheet Network Security: DDoS Attack Mitigation Plan Tracker IP Whitelist-Blacklist Tracker Network Access Control Log Network Device Inventory Network Security Risk Mitigation Report Security Event Correlation Tracker Cloud Security: Cloud Access Control Matrix Cloud Asset Inventory Tracker Cloud Backup & Recovery Testing Tracker Cloud Incident Response Log Cloud Security Configuration Baseline Application Security: Application Data Encryption Checklist Application Risk Assessment Matrix Application Threat Modeling Authentication & Authorization Control Sheet Modeling Patch & Update Tracker Security Management: Acceptable Use of Assets Password Policy Backup and Recovery Compliance Management Disposal and Destruction Policy Information Classification Policy Incident Management: Incident Management Guide Incident Management Policy Incident Management Process Internal Incident Report Major Incident Report Template Structure Damage Incident Report Problem Management: KE Record Template Major Problem Report Template Problem Management Process Problem Record Template This structured approach creates clear accountability, improves visibility, and accelerates incident response across technology ecosystems. It’s about turning security into an organized, repeatable, and measurable practice that protects assets while enabling innovation.

Indian drones just delivered food in Nepal where helicopters couldn't land and trucks couldn't reach. Last month at the South Asia Drone Forum, Skye Air delivered food and essentials in Kathmandu using their flagship drone. Far from being just another tech demo, this flight made history as Nepal's first commercial drone food delivery. This breakthrough addresses the unique logistics challenges that have plagued the Himalayan region for decades: ● Roads wash away during monsoons. In 2024 alone, floods and landslides in Nepal resulted in 224 deaths and 158 injuries ● Landslides block critical supply routes, affecting over 16,000 families during the 2021 Nepal monsoon ● Entire communities get cut off in winter, with delivery times slowed by up to 20 times compared to drone alternatives ● Emergency supplies face unpredictable delays, while drone deliveries can operate at 70% lower operational costs than traditional vehicles I've seen similar challenges in Northeast India. The mountainous terrain and seasonal flooding in states like Manipur and Arunachal Pradesh regularly cut off communities from essential supplies, sometimes for weeks at a time. The economics are compelling too. In terrain where a single truck delivery can cost ₹25,000+ and take up to a week, drone deliveries cost approximately ₹7,500 and arrive within hours. What's interesting is how Indian innovation is addressing these regional problems. Skye Air has already completed over 2 million deliveries across India. Now they're bringing that expertise across borders. This cross-border cooperation signals something bigger than that: 👉 India is becoming South Asia's drone innovation hub by creating faster, cheaper delivery networks that overcome natural barriers and save lives during emergencies. Consider how your business could incorporate aerial logistics to reach previously inaccessible markets. Which logistics problem could drones solve for you?

By applying these strategic principles from "The Art of War" to cybersecurity, organizations can enhance defensive strategies and stay one step ahead of cyber adversaries. 1. Know your enemy and know yourself - Understand your own systems and vulnerabilities, and know the threat actors targeting you. Regularly assess your security posture and keep up-to-date on threat intelligence. 2. Appear weak when you are strong, and strong when you are weak: - Use deception techniques like honeypots and decoy systems to mislead attackers about the true nature and strength of your defenses. 3. Attack where the enemy is unprepared: - Identify and exploit weak points in potential attackers’ methodologies and tools. Ensure you have comprehensive defenses, including monitoring for uncommon attack vectors. 4. Make use of spies: - Leverage threat intelligence and cybersecurity experts to gather information on cyber threats and adversaries. Use this intelligence to stay ahead of potential attacks. 5. Use terrain to your advantage: - Configure your network architecture to favor defense. Implement network segmentation, firewalls, and secure configurations to create a landscape that is challenging for attackers to navigate. 6. Be flexible: - Cyber threats are constantly evolving. Ensure your security policies and defenses can adapt quickly to new types of attacks and emerging vulnerabilities. 7. Concentrate your forces: - Focus your resources on protecting critical assets and data. Prioritize the most important systems for the strongest defenses and monitoring. 8. Strike at the enemy's heart: - Identify the core motivations and techniques of your adversaries. Disrupt their operations by targeting their infrastructure, such as command and control servers, or disrupting their financial incentives. 9. Use deception: - Implement security measures like deceptive traps and misinformation to confuse and delay attackers. Use threat hunting to proactively detect and respond to threats. 10. Know when to retreat: - In cybersecurity, retreating means recognizing when a system is compromised and isolating it to prevent further damage. Have incident response plans in place to quickly contain breaches and restore systems securely. Salient Lessons from the Art of War.

𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐀𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐚𝐫 1. Immediate Response and Monitoring - Establish a 24/7 cybersecurity war room for real-time incident response. - Audit digital assets, especially previously targeted sites, and take suspicious ones offline. -Conduct immediate network audits and vulnerability scans to identify and patch weaknesses. -Review and update your incident response and disaster recovery plans; ensure all stakeholders know their roles and communication protocols. -Regularly test incident response, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans. 2. Strengthen Defences - Patch systems with the latest security updates. - Implement advanced firewalls and intrusion prevention systems. 3. User Management - Enforce strong passwords & multi-factor authentication for all users. -Immediately review and restrict privileged access rights, especially for sensitive systems. -Disable unused accounts & monitor for abnormal login attempts or privilege escalations 4. Data Protection - Ensure regular encrypted backups are stored offline. - Test backup restoration processes. 5. Awareness Against Phishing -Conduct urgent awareness training on phishing, social engineering, and deepfake threats. - Warn about misinformation on social media. 6. Supply Chain Security - Audit third-party vendors for cybersecurity compliance. - Limit their access and enforce security protocols. 7. Disinformation and Information Domain Protection -Monitor social media and public channels for misinformation, deepfakes, and coordinated influence campaigns. -Deploy fact-checking tools, OSINT surveillance, and deepfake detection engines to counter disinformation. -Communicate with employees and the public through official, verified channels only. 8. Regular Testing and Continuous Improvement -Conduct frequent penetration testing and simulated attacks to test defences and response readiness. -Review and refine incident response plans after drills or real incidents; document lessons learned. 9. Critical Infrastructure Measures -For BFSI: Ensure ATM cash availability, secure payment systems, and continuous monitoring of financial transactions. -For Defence and Government: Isolate sensitive networks, conduct penetration testing, and coordinate with national cyber agencies. -For Power, Telecom, and Healthcare: Increase monitoring of operational technology (OT) networks and ensure business continuity plans are in place. 10. Coordination with Agencies - Communicate with CERT-In for threat intelligence and coordinated responses. -Implement advisories and directives from regulatory bodies without delay. 11-. Public Communication - Provide timely updates to stakeholders to maintain trust and counter misinformation. -Counter misinformation by verifying and debunking fake news Disclaimer: The provided article is intended for educational and knowledge-sharing purposes related to cybersecurity only. #ciso #cybersecurity

I've designed over 300+ websites. Let me share my 2025 guide to high-converting web design. This is based on real-world results. First of all: - I don’t mind sharing this for free - Sharing this doesn’t damage my business - Knowledge like this helps everyone build online Above-the-Fold (The First Impression) Users decide in 3 seconds if they’ll stay or leave.  Your hero section should: ✅ Clearly state what you offer ✅ Show an action-driven CTA ✅ Be visually engaging, not just "pretty" Example: "Welcome to our website!" "Get high-converting landing pages designed to sell." Make it obvious.  No one has time to "figure out" what you do. Navigation (The Silent Salesman) Your navbar isn’t just for structure… …it’s for conversions. Keep it: 🔹 Minimal (5-6 key links max) 🔹 Clear (No jargon like "Solutions" say what it is) 🔹 Sticky (Users shouldn’t scroll back up to navigate) Bonus: Add a direct CTA in your navbar. "Contact" (Too generic) "Get a Free Quote" (Action-driven) Call to Action (The Money Button) A weak CTA kills conversions.  Your CTA must be: 🔹 Actionable (Use verbs) 🔹 Specific (What’s in it for them?) 🔹 Contrasting (Make it pop visually) "Learn More" (Vague) "Get Your Free Audit in 2 Minutes" (Compelling) 80% of websites I review bury their CTA…BIG mistake.  Make it visible, bold, and repeated multiple times. Speed & Performance (The Dealbreaker) Users hate waiting. A slow website loses 40% of visitors before they even see your content. Speed up by: ✅ Optimizing images (No 5MB hero images, please) ✅ Minimizing plugins (Every extra plugin slows you down) ✅ Using a fast hosting provider Speed = Conversions. Google ranks faster websites higher too. Mobile Responsiveness (The Non-Negotiable) 80%+ of the traffic comes from mobile.  Yet, so many websites still fail mobile UX. Test these 3 things: 1️⃣ Tap Targets – Are buttons big enough? 2️⃣ Text Size – Can users read without zooming? 3️⃣ Layout – Does everything stack properly? "Pinch-to-zoom" is a sign your site is failing mobile users.  Fix it. Trust Signals (The Convincer) Before buying, users ask: "Can I trust this?" ✅ Show testimonials (Not just a wall of logos, real words) ✅ Add security badges (Especially if selling something) ✅ Use case studies (Proof > Promises) A simple testimonial next to a CTA can increase conversions by 34%. Don’t hide them on some random page… …put them where users take action. Read this far?  Now you know exactly what to do… This guide is literally worth thousands of dollars.  So I really hope you appreciate it. P.S. Ask me anything about web design:)