DFS Warns of Cybersecurity Risk from Cisco Devices

Abstract: Authorities have found Cisco’s ASA (Adaptive Security Appliances) and Firepower devices, which many organizations use as part of their network security, to have critical weaknesses. Body: The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) is warning the entities it regulates about a serious new cybersecurity threat affecting certain Cisco firewall devices. Many companies use them to protect their networks. Attackers are actively exploiting a “zero-day” vulnerability — a flaw that criminals are using before the vendor provides a fix — to break into systems and potentially steal data or disrupt operations.What’s HappeningAuthorities have found Cisco’s ASA (Adaptive Security Appliances) and Firepower devices, which many organizations…

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Meet Ashley Engl: Tech Trailblazer, Advocate, and Co-Host of the NY Women in Insurance Summit

Abstract: Get to know one of our gracious hosts of the Big I New York Women in Insurance Summit - Ashley Engl Body: With the New York Women in Insurance Summit just around the corner, we’re taking a moment to spotlight one of the dynamic women helping make it all happen: Ashley Engl, our Summit co-host and current Chair of Big I NY’s NextGen Committee.Ashley is a powerhouse in every sense, recognized as a 2024 IBA Hot 100 & Rising Star, she currently serves as Director of Technology Learning & Innovation at Walsh Duffield Companies.Whether she’s streamlining systems, empowering young professionals, or cheering on the…

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NY DFS Superintendent Adrienne Harris Resigns

Abstract: Governor Hochul today announced the resignation of Adrienne Harris, Superintendent of the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS). Body: ​Governor Hochul today announced the resignation of Adrienne Harris, Superintendent of the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS). Kaitlin Asrow has been appointed Acting Superintendent.According to a press release, Asrow previously served as Executive Deputy Superintendent of the DFS Research & Innovation Division, where she oversaw the regulation of virtual currency companies.The position of DFS Superintendent is a gubernatorial appointment subject to confirmation by the State Senate. Superintendent Harris was appointed by Governor Hochul in August 2021 and confirmed on January…

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