Information Security Forum to Highlight Top Emerging Security Threats for 2019 in Upcoming Webcast

NEW YORK - Dec. 4, 2018 - PRLog -- According to the Information Security Forum (ISF), the coming year will bring a hyper-connected world where the pace and scale of change, particularly in terms of technology, will have accelerated substantially. People will find themselves caught in a vortex of economic volatility and political uncertainly far beyond the levels ever experienced before. As for organizations, some will prosper in this new, connected world, however, many will struggle. The key differentiating factor will be the degree to which organizations are prepared to meet the challenges.

To take advantage of emerging trends in both technology and cyberspace, organizations need to manage risks in ways beyond those traditionally handled by the information security function, since new attacks will impact both business reputation and shareholder value. As dangers increase on a global scale, methodical and extensive commitment is needed to ensure that practical plans are in place to deal with major changes the future could bring. Employees at all levels of the organization will need to be involved, including board members and managers in non-technical roles.

During this webcast, Steve Durbin, Managing Director of the ISF, will discuss the rapidly changing threat landscape, identify the key cyber challenges for 2019 and suggest ways of managing the associated risks. According to Mr. Durbin, the top global security threats that businesses will face in 2019 include:

• The Increased Sophistication of Cybercrime and Ransomware
• The Impact of Legislation
• Smart Devices Challenge Data Integrity
• The Myth of Supply Chain Assurance

Mr. Durbin will offer expertise on ways of dealing with these threats and provide insight into how organizations of all sizes can increase their cyber resilience profile. Please register for the free webcast, which takes place Tuesday, December 11 at 8 a.m. (ET), via this link (https://www.brighttalk.com/webcast/574/292693?utm_campaig...). A recording will be available following the conclusion of the event.

About the Information Security Forum

Founded in 1989, the Information Security Forum (ISF) is an independent, not-for-profit association of leading organizations from around the world. The organization is dedicated to investigating, clarifying and resolving key issues in cyber, information security and risk management and developing best practice methodologies, processes and solutions that meet the business needs of its Members.

ISF Members benefit from harnessing and sharing in-depth knowledge and practical experience drawn from within their organizations and developed through an extensive research and work program. The ISF provides a confidential forum and framework, which ensures that Members adopt leading-edge information security strategies and solutions. By working together, ISF Members avoid the major expenditure required to reach the same goals on their own. Consultancy services are available and provide ISF Members with the opportunity to purchase short-term, professional support activities to supplement the implementation of ISF products.

For more information on ISF membership, please visit https://www.securityforum.org/.