Reflecting on CyberMarketingCon
Presenting live at CyberMarketingCon was an energizing experience, especially seeing how much more dynamic the conversation with David Ebder became on stage compared to our practice sessions. The audience’s engagement and thoughtful questions reinforced just how powerful live discussions can be.
Inside Threat Vector’s Bold Conversations on IoT, XDR, and Quantum Security
This week, Unit 42 exposed "Deceptive Delight," a method for bypassing AI safeguards by embedding harmful prompts in harmless ones, underscoring the need for stronger AI defenses. Meanwhile, Lumma Stealer malware is bypassing CAPTCHAs to steal sensitive data, and Bumblebee malware has resurfaced, more dangerous and harder to detect, highlighting the urgency of robust ransomware defenses. On Threat Vector, I had thought-provoking conversations with Dr. Daniel Ford on cyber hygiene, Dr. May Wang on IoT security, and Allie Mellen from Forrester on XDR, offering fresh insights into evolving cyber challenges.
Why Your Identity Is the Only Perimeter That Matters
In a recent episode of Threat Vector, I spoke with Jamie Fitz-Gerald, Sr. Director of Product Management at Okta, about the crucial role of identity security in the hybrid work era. With employees accessing resources from various locations, identity has become the new perimeter, necessitating robust controls like multifactor authentication (MFA) and passwordless authentication. Jamie emphasized that identity is the cornerstone of a zero trust security strategy, where every user, device, and application is verified before access is granted. He also highlighted emerging trends like phishing-resistant authentication and identity proofing as vital tools in the fight against cyber threats. Tune in to the full interview to learn more about Jamie's insights and the future of identity security.
Insights into the Evolution of Cyber Conflict and Defense Strategies
In the latest episode of Threat Vector, I had the privilege of watching Michael Sikorski, CTO of Unit 42, and Jason Healey, Senior Research Scholar at Columbia University, dive deep into the evolution of cyber conflict and defense strategies. Their discussion highlighted the need for innovation and collaboration to outpace threat actors. Key takeaways include the importance of evolving defense tactics and using outcome-based metrics to measure success. This episode is a must-listen for cybersecurity leaders looking to make a real impact and secure our digital future.