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Cyberthreat News is an essential field for professionals working to protect computers, networks, programs and data from unauthorized access, attacks, or damage. Staying informed by reading cybersecurity news articles is one of the most important ways to stay on top of this rapidly evolving industry, as it provides insight into the latest security breaches, advances in defense technologies and more.

By keeping tabs on mainstream media outlets, as well as niche cybersecurity blogs like Krebs On Security, eWeek and more, you can keep up with the latest trends in the field and identify new threats that have been uncovered. These sources can also be helpful for gaining context around some of the larger issues surrounding cybersecurity, such as how a particular attack may have been weaponized or why a certain type of attack is particularly dangerous.

The nature of journalism as a highly public-facing occupation gives rise to unique digital security challenges, such as the need to ensure secure communication with sources and whistleblowers, and how doxing campaigns can threaten journalists’ safety. These challenges can also be complicated by the fact that some policies (both individual and organizational) that can mitigate these risks inadvertently make it easier for spyware to be deployed or limit the use of tools like virtual private networks that are vital for the work of journalists.

CNTI’s research illuminates the importance of combining collaborative training and education, cultural buy-in, and organizational (and other) policies to promote a culture of security in journalism. It also highlights how the ability to mitigate digital security threats can vary depending on the journalist beat and employment status.