Chapter 6: Information Security for a Changing World
The world is changing quickly and some of the changes are inherently more secure, while others are less secure. Most changes are benign from a security perspective but require a different approach and render previous technologies and techniques obsolete. While we cannot abandon timeless information security best practices, failure to meet the challenges of a changing world can also result in catastrophe.
At a time where the security talent gap is reaching crisis levels, the changing technology landscape demands more from people who are already stretched thin. Understanding the modern threat landscape is a key element in building an effective security program and reducing the strain on overburdened teams. Trying to apply antiquated technologies and approaches to the modern world creates unnecessary work and stress for cybersecurity practitioners.
Meeting the challenges of today and tomorrow in a thoughtful way will help build...