What Questions Does the Board of Directors Ask About Cybersecurity? A Perspective of Kevin Mandia

This IDC Perspective highlights the communication gap between cybersecurity leaders and executives due to differing expertise and the necessity for meaningful dialogue. The increasing importance of cybersecurity at the board level, emphasizing the need for board members to understand cyber-risks as business risks, is increasingly apparent. Kevin Mandia's insights on board inquiries about cybersecurity underscore the importance of translating technical risks into business terms, proper risk management frameworks, and the strategic role of the board in overseeing cybersecurity governance."Cyber-risk equals business risk. Boards must translate cyberthreats into informed decisions to safeguard their organizations," says Frank Dickson, group vice president, Security and Trust at IDC.