“[Paying the ransom] was the hardest decision I’ve made in my 39 years in the energy industry… and I put the interest of the country first,” Colonial’s CEO told Congress. “I believe with all my heart [paying the ransom] was the right choice to make, but I want to respect those who see this issue differently.”
By Brad D. WilliamsFuture inevitability of quantum computers is a security problem today
‘Store Now, Decrypt Later’ attacks must be thwarted now with Zero Trust cybersecurity.
Operational technologies, or OT, are prevalent in critical infrastructure environments. “Without direct action to harden OT networks and control systems against vulnerabilities… owners and operators will remain at indefensible levels of risk,” NSA says.
By Brad D. Williams
