City of Oak Creek
Home MenuGovernment » Departments » Information Technology » Cybersecurity » Center for Internet Security
Blog
The information listed below is from Center for Internet Security & the Multi-State Information Sharing & Analysis Center
- CIS Benchmarks November 2024 Update11/07/2024 2:20 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security updated or released for November 2024.
- Top 10 Malware Q3 202410/25/2024 1:05 PM
In Q3 2024, the Top 10 Malware observed via the monitoring services of the MS-ISAC® changed moderately from the previous quarter. See what's new.
- CIS Benchmarks October 2024 Update10/07/2024 1:06 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security updated or released for October 2024.
- 11 Cyber Defense Tips to Stay Secure at Work and Home10/04/2024 2:12 PM
To uphold your personal responsibility for cybersecurity, here are 11 steps that you can use to strengthen your cyber defense at home and at work.
- CIS Benchmarks Community Volunteer Spotlight: Rick Handley09/25/2024 1:47 PM
Learn about CIS Benchmarks Community Volunteer Rick Handley. Handley has been a Community Member for 10 years and has a background in Microsoft 365 security.
- CIS Controls Community Volunteer Spotlight: Shane Markley09/23/2024 1:15 PM
Members of the CIS Controls Community volunteer their expertise and time for the greater good of cybersecurity. Shane Markley shares how he plays his part.
- CIS Hardened Images: Reconciling Cloud Security and Services09/16/2024 5:54 PM
Don't want cloud security to limit performance or availability? Learn how we've been testing CIS Hardened Images with cloud services to support your needs!
- 8 Security Essentials for Managing Your Online Presence09/13/2024 2:00 PM
- How to Integrate CSPM into Your Clients’ IaaS Strategy09/12/2024 12:00 PM
Want to protect your clients against breaches in the cloud? Learn how the CIS Hardened Images can help your clients take a comprehensive approach to CSPM.
- Building a Reasonable Cyber Defense Program09/11/2024 3:47 AM
Looking to build a reasonable cyber defense program? Here are seven policy elements you can incorporate into your program with the help of CIS SecureSuite®.
- CIS Benchmarks September 2024 Update09/10/2024 2:42 AM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security updated or released for September 2024.
- The Chinese Communist Party (CCP): A Quest for Data Control08/14/2024 12:00 PM
We assess apps owned by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) and the potential threat posed to users. Does the PRC leverage these apps for data collection and influence operations?
- Top 10 Malware Q2 202408/09/2024 1:24 PM
Both ZPHP and DarkGate made their first appearance in the Top 10 Malware list for Q2 2024. Here's what else the CIS Cyber Threat Intelligence team observed.
- CIS Benchmarks August 2024 Update08/02/2024 2:18 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security updated or released for August 2024.
- How to Deter Multidimensional Threats in the Connected World07/30/2024 3:42 PM
Our National Framework proposes a whole-of-society effort to tackle multidimensional threats in the connected world. Explore our high-level findings.
- See How Realistic Cyber Defense Is in a New Trailhead Course07/29/2024 3:30 PM
Looking to strengthen your cyber defense program? Check out this new course on Salesforce Trailhead that walks you through the realistic costs of doing so.
- CrowdStrike Falcon Outage Exploited for Social Engineering07/26/2024 1:14 PM
Cyber threat actors are exploiting the CrowdStrike Falcon outage to conduct social engineering attacks. Here's what the CIS CTI team has seen.
- Meet the Shared Responsibility Model with New CIS Resources07/22/2024 2:58 PM
Looking to harden cloud services you might be using with the CIS Benchmarks? Here are some new resources to help you meet the shared responsibility model.
- CIS Controls Ambassador Spotlight: Chirag Arora07/18/2024 3:04 PM
The CIS Controls Community includes many leaders who help to improve our security best practices. Learn how Chirag Arora does his part.
- CIS Benchmarks July 2024 Update07/12/2024 5:50 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security updated or released for July 2024.
- CIS Benchmarks Community Volunteer Spotlight: Doug Hunley07/09/2024 12:53 PM
Volunteers who contribute to the CIS Benchmarks Community help to shape rigorous security measures and standards. Here's Doug Hunley's story.
- CIS Benchmarks Community Volunteer Spotlight: Jay Mehta07/03/2024 3:20 PM
CIS Benchmarks volunteers drive the continuous evolution of these globally recognized guidelines. Here's how Jay Mehta does his part.
- Navigating CentOS 7 EOL to Maintain Your Cloud Security06/27/2024 1:15 PM
EOL for an operating system can necessitate a shift in your security efforts, as is the case with the CentOS 7 EOL. Here's how to navigate the process.
- Why Employee Cybersecurity Awareness Training Is Important06/26/2024 6:59 PM
Not everyone invests in employee cybersecurity awareness training. Here's four experts' thoughts on why you should – and a way to save in the process!
- CIS Benchmarks Community Volunteer Spotlight: Mack Bodie06/26/2024 5:31 PM
CIS Benchmarks™ volunteers dedicate their time and expertise to developing security standards for technology systems. Here's how Mack Bodie helps out.
- CIS Benchmarks Community Volunteer Spotlight: Rob VandenBrink06/24/2024 9:15 PM
CIS Benchmarks volunteers undertake a significant role in establishing high-level security measures throughout the industry. Hear Rob VandenBrink's story.
- Top Hurdles for MSSPs and One Shining Solution06/24/2024 2:31 PM
As one of many MSSPs, you're aware of challenges that make your work difficult. Learn how the CIS Controls Accreditation can help.
- CIS Benchmarks Community Volunteer Spotlight: William Ferguson06/06/2024 8:23 PM
The CIS Benchmarks Community relies on volunteers to help our secure recommendations keep pace with technological change. Here's how William Ferguson helps.
- CIS Controls Community Volunteer Spotlight: Kevin Klingbile06/03/2024 8:13 PM
Volunteers from around the world contribute their expertise to developing the CIS Controls. Here's how Kevin Klingbile contributes as a Controls editor.
- CIS Benchmarks June 2024 Update06/03/2024 6:10 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security updated or released for June 2024.
- CIS Benchmarks Community Volunteer Spotlight: Kevin Zhang05/30/2024 2:38 PM
CIS is proud to count so many of the world's best IT security pros as part of our community of volunteers. Here's how Kevin Zhang does his part.
- CIS Benchmarks Volunteer Spotlight: Hardeep Mehrotara05/21/2024 8:15 PM
CIS volunteers help to develop, review, and maintain our security best practices. Here's how Hardeep Mehrotara plays his part.
- Reasonable Cybersecurity: On the Need for a Definition05/21/2024 1:23 PM
"Reasonable cybersecurity" is a phrase that has broad implications across various sectors. But there hasn't been a definition for how to meet it. Until now.
- CIS Controls Volunteer Spotlight: Jackie Krzyzewski05/13/2024 1:21 PM
Volunteers who contribute to the CIS Controls come from all backgrounds and with experiences. Hear Jackie Krzyzewski's story.
- CIS Benchmarks May 2024 Update05/07/2024 8:59 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security updated or released for May 2024.
- CIS Benchmarks Community Volunteer Spotlight: Bruce Bading05/07/2024 1:53 PM
CIS relies on a global community of IT security professionals to ensure that the CIS Benchmarks provide independent, vendor-agnostic security guidance. These volunteers provide their expertise for the benefit of all those who seek to use the internet to interact with the world safely and securely online. Bruce F. Bading, President, BFB Consulting, Inc., has […]
- CIS Controls Volunteer Spotlight: Randy Marchany05/07/2024 12:49 PM
Randy Marchany has been a CIS Controls Community member since the beginning. Hear what he's learned in his 24 years of volunteering with CIS.
- Top 10 Malware Q1 202405/02/2024 12:55 PM
The Top 10 Malware in Q1 2024 changed slightly from the previous quarter. Here's what the CIS Cyber Threat Intelligence team observed.
- CIS Benchmarks April 2024 Update04/15/2024 6:23 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security updated or released for April 2024.
- CIS Benchmarks Volunteer Spotlight: Pierluigi Falcone04/15/2024 5:15 PM
Volunteers in the CIS Benchmarks Communities help those who seek a safer online experience. Learn how Pierluigi Falcone plays his part.
- Balancing Your Healthcare Cybersecurity & Compliance Efforts04/15/2024 12:52 PM
Need a way to streamline your healthcare cybersecurity and compliance efforts? Here's how resources from CIS can help your organization.
- CIS Benchmarks March 2024 Update03/07/2024 3:58 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security updated or released for March 2024.
- The First Steps of Establishing Your Cloud Security Strategy02/28/2024 5:34 PM
You've migrated to the cloud, which means it's time to focus on cloud security. Here are some first steps to begin enacting your cloud security strategy.
- Top 10 Malware Q4 202302/27/2024 2:44 PM
The Top 10 Malware in Q4 2023 changed slightly from the previous quarter. Here's what the CIS Cyber Threat Intelligence team observed.
- Celebrating Victories: Catching up with the Inaugural Alan Paller Laureate Program Awardees02/15/2024 5:37 PM
CIS celebrates the truly awe-inspiring recipients from the 2023 Alan Paller Laureate Program. Check out their stories today.
- CTAs Leveraging Fake Browser Updates in Malware Campaigns02/08/2024 5:06 PM
Cyber threat actors are targeting SLTTs with malware that use fake browser updates and secondary exploitation. The MS-ISAC breaks down this threat activity.
- CIS Benchmarks February 2024 Update02/07/2024 6:03 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security updated or released for February 2024.
- 3 CIS Resources to Help You Drive Your Cloud Cybersecurity01/25/2024 10:30 PM
Once you've migrated to the cloud, you need to prioritize your cloud cybersecurity. These three resources from CIS can help.
- Supporting Your Secure Cloud Goals: Our 2023 Year in Review01/19/2024 5:35 PM
2023 was a year full of efforts to help support you in meeting your secure cloud goals. Here's a look back at just a few of them.
- Migrating to the Cloud: An Overview of Process and Strategy01/18/2024 2:28 PM
Thinking of migrating to the cloud? Here are some key benefits, challenges, and methods for planning out a process that will work for your organization.