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Cybersecurity: Affecting organizations both large and small

February 18, 2016

A news item came to light this week, but seemed to be noticed mainly by those in cybersecurity. The IT system of the Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center in California was being held for ransom, and...

Pandemic Underscores Importance of Proper Cyber Approach for Fuels and Petrochemicals

June 29, 2020

“Information security is the immune system in the body of business.” This cybersecurity saying has gained new weight in 2020, with the COVID-19 pandemic reinforcing the need for cybersecurity to be robust, flexible and agile—just like a healthy immune system.

EU’s Privacy Laws Could Affect US Companies

May 8, 2018

In the USA, Friday, May 25 will be the start of the Memorial Day weekend. Traffic, BBQ’s, opening of swimming pools, remembrances, and other events will highlight the weekend.

“You Can’t Go It Alone” Pt. 1 – ISACs & ISAOs

July 11, 2016

In today’s world of cyber attacks against companies, the idea of sharing information between companies on cyber developments and incidents is becoming more critical.

Cybersecurity Trends in 2017

March 1, 2017

Last month I, along with 40,000 other people, attended the annual RSA Conference in San Francisco.

“WannaCry” – Is It a Forewarning?

May 15, 2017

As I write this in the early afternoon of Monday, May 15, I just finished reading the latest bulletin from DHS on WannaCry, the ransomware virus that has become a lead news story since the weekend.

Colonial update: Refiners Continue Supplying Fuel Amid Distribution Challenges

May 13, 2021

This week, AFPM joined API and industry associations representing fuel retailers, gasoline marketers, convenience stores and tank truck carriers to field questions from the media about the ongoing fuel distribution challenges resulting from the Colonial Pipeline shutdown.

Bring back CFATS

October 19, 2023

In late July, Congress allowed a valuable program that enhances security at chemical facilities across the country to expire. The program is called the Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS), and its primary mission is to protect chemical facilities from potential terror threats by addressing a wide range of possible vulnerabilities, including cyberattacks.