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Zero Trust
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Cisco: Leadership Awareness Fuels the Booming Identity Market


The latest research conducted by Cisco Investments with venture capital firms reveals that most CISOs believe complexity in tools, number of solutions and technical glossaries are among the many barriers to zero trust. 

It has been observed that around 85% of the IT decision-makers are now setting identity and access management investments as their main priority, rather than any other security solution. This is stated in the CISO Survival Guide published by Cisco Investments, the startup division of Cisco, along with the venture capital firms Forgepoint Capital, NightDragon, and Team8.

Interviews with Cisco customers, chief information security officers, innovators, startup founders, and other experts led to the creation of the 'guide', which examined the cybersecurity market in relation to identity management, data protection, software supply chain integrity, and cloud migration.

From 30,000 feet up: More interoperability, less friction, and data that is genuinely relevant and understandable for decision-makers, according to interviewees, are the most essential requirements.

The main spending priorities of the report were fairly evenly distributed, with user and device identity, cloud identity, governance, and remote access receiving the most mentions from CISOs. 

Cloud security turned out to be the primary concern, with a focus on the newly emerging field of managing cloud infrastructure entitlements.

Demands of CISOs: Ease of Use, Holistic Platforms, CIEMs

The three main areas of identity access management, clouds, and data that CISOs believe are most concerning are:

  • The fragmented world of security silos is because of the lack of unified platforms for IAMs, identity governance and administration, and privileged access control. 
  • Enterprise clients are embracing cloud service providers' offerings for managing cloud infrastructure entitlements.
  • The CISOs were against the use of acronyms since they were bothered by the overuse of acronyms like CIEM.

Moreover, the authors of the Cisco Investment Study note that “This trend imposes cycles for CISOs to vet and unpack these purportedly new categories, only for them to discover they are a rehash of existing solutions.”

Top Motivators Will Look for Management Solutions 

Apparently, some top motivators cited by CISCOs will be investing in identity management solutions for the management of user access privileges, identity compliance, and the swift expansion of companies' threat surfaces.

Here, we are mentioning some of the changes that the IT decision-makers look forward to in the next-generation identity platforms: 

  • Ease of integration (21% of those polled). 
  • Platform-based solution, versus single-point or endpoint offerings (15%). • Ratings from independent analysts (15%). 
  • Price (11%). 
  • Market adoption (11%). 
  • Simplicity of deployment and operations (10%). 
  • Ability to deploy at scale quickly (9%). 
  • Ability to add features easily (8%).     

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TikTok Ban
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Understanding the TikTok Ban: A CISO's Perspective on the Implications for Enterprises

TikTok Ban

As the federal government considers a potential ban on the popular video-sharing app TikTok, many enterprises are beginning to ponder the implications such a move could have on their operations. As Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) evaluate their companies' risks, there are several key factors they should consider.

Evolving Cybersecurity Threats

The proposed TikTok ban underscores the increasingly complex and evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats. The ongoing tensions between the U.S. and China, which have fueled concerns about Chinese espionage, have added a new layer of complexity to data security concerns. Companies must be ever-vigilant to protect their data, regardless of the source or origin of their software or applications.

Implications for Businesses: Marketing and TikTok's Popularity

A ban could have significant implications for businesses that rely on the app for marketing or outreach. TikTok has emerged as one of the most popular social media platforms in recent years, with more than 800 million active users worldwide. 

For some businesses, TikTok represents a valuable channel to reach younger consumers and to create engaging and viral content. A ban on the app could force companies to pivot to other platforms or explore new marketing strategies altogether.

Balancing Security and Employee Privacy: Personal Use of TikTok

A TikTok ban could have an impact on employees who use the app for personal purposes. Many employees may use TikTok for entertainment or to stay connected with friends and family, and a ban on the app could be perceived as overly restrictive or invasive. 

CISOs must carefully balance the need to protect company data with the desire to maintain a positive workplace culture and to respect employees' personal choices.

Need for Comprehensive Cybersecurity Strategy

The proposed TikTok ban highlights the need for companies to have a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy in place. Even if TikTok is not a key tool or application for a company, the ban serves as a reminder that cybersecurity threats can come from any direction and that companies must have a proactive and adaptive approach to security. 

This includes conducting regular risk assessments, implementing appropriate access controls, monitoring for potential breaches, and ensuring that employees receive regular training on security best practices.

While the TikTok ban is still just a proposal, it has already raised important questions for enterprises and their CISOs to consider. By taking a proactive and holistic approach to cybersecurity, companies can mitigate risks and ensure that they are well-positioned to weather any potential disruptions to their operations.

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