Security Strategy, Plan, Budget

The Obama administration has drafted a cyber security executive order that is similar to the Cybersecurity Act of 2012 bill that was struck down by the Senate.

Researchers have discovered three new malware strains linked with the Flame virus, and noted an even higher number of victims than expected.

Targets of the malware include government portals and Turkish financial institutions.

The company's interim CEO said Go Daddy has concluded its investigation and has instituted changes to prevent a similar problem in the future.

A researcher contacted BlueToad, a Florida app developer, after spotting clues that stolen Apple UDIDs came from the company. The revelation may clear the FBI of any fault.

Border security controls are costing Canada $19.1 billion in lost revenues each year, according to a report released last month.

With breaches grabbing headlines and cash funneling toward infosec budgets, the role of the security executive is shifting from tech and compliance wonk to savvy businessperson.