elcome to our

September issue.

This month, we’ re putting a spotlight on the evolving and increasingly complex world of cybersecurity. Our cover story, The CISO’ s dilemma: securing a university without closing it down features a fascinating interview with Galeboe Mogotsi, CISO at the University of Witwatersrand. He provides unparalleled insight into the unique challenge of securing an academic institution without compromising its open and collaborative nature. It’ s a must-read for anyone navigating the balance between security and accessibility in today’ s digital landscape.

The threats we face are not standing still. Our latest news section on page 10 highlights a worrying trend: the rise of AI-driven threats and malicious adtech, which are making the digital environment more hostile than ever.

On page 24, we turn our attention to operational technology with the feature Transforming OT security using hybrid discovery. Walid Natour, Tenable’ s Senior Manager, Security Engineering, Middle East & North Africa, explains how new approaches to exposure management are helping to protect critical industrial infrastructure from modern cyber risks.

Finally, our project update on page 33 offers a global perspective with a Threat Update spotlight on key developments and security concerns in China, Russia, the US and France.

I hope you find this issue both timely and informative. It’ s a clear reminder that in the world of security, staying ahead of the curve is not an option – it’ s the mission.

Joanna England Managing Editor

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