SolarWinds CISO Tim Brown highlighted growing anxiety among security executives about personal liability for data breaches, stemming from legal challenges following the company's notable cyberattack. This stress distracts CISOs from their core responsibilities, impacting their effectiveness. While individual executive liability raises concerns, some cybersecurity professionals argue it may enhance accountability. Brown emphasized the need for clearer guidelines to allow CISOs to manage cybersecurity without legal fears hindering their work.
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