CISO Insights: Voices in Cybersecurity

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, traditional executive roles like the CAIO, CTO, and CISO inadequately address unique AI security challenges, leading to significant gaps in coverage and specialized expertise. This episode delves into the foundational distinctions between AI Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and traditional cybersecurity GRC, highlighting why existing frameworks fall short in protec...

Cybersecurity leaders, including CISOs, face immense pressure due to continuously evolving threats, expanding responsibilities like AI risk management, and increased regulatory demands, often leading to significant stress and high turnover rates. This episode explores how strong internal partnerships, particularly with a Deputy CISO, are vital for distributing leadership, ensuring business continuity, fostering knowledge sharing, a...

In an era of escalating cyber threats and a fragmented global regulatory landscape, organizations face unprecedented challenges in securing their data and ensuring adherence to diverse international laws. This podcast explores how to proactively implement robust data security measures, navigate complex cross-border data transfer requirements, and meticulously manage third-party vendor compliance, especially with entities like Cloud...

Nearly all organizations (99%) are grappling with API-related security issues annually, driven by the rapid expansion of API ecosystems that often outpace existing security measures, creating vast new vulnerabilities and complexities. Attackers frequently exploit known weaknesses like security misconfigurations and broken authorization, with a startling 95% of attacks originating from authenticated users targeting external-facing A...

In an industry facing high stress levels and the "Great Resignation," retaining skilled cybersecurity professionals is a critical challenge for organizations. Offering flexible work arrangements, including remote options, has emerged as a key competitive differentiator that significantly improves employee satisfaction and work-life balance, directly combating turnover. Simultaneously, strategic investment in continuous professional...

This episode explores how geopolitical actors, particularly Russia and China, precisely adapt their messaging in response to global events and for specific audiences. We'll delve into their sophisticated strategies, from opportunistically exploiting major events like the US elections and the Ukraine war to crafting diverse narratives tailored for platforms such as X, Telegram, and TikTok. Discover how artificial intelligence (AI) i...

Join us as we explore the alarming evolution of cyber-physical attacks, where digital breaches cause real-world damage and disrupt critical infrastructure. We dive into the "Cyber-Physical Six" – Stuxnet, BlackEnergy, Industroyer, Trisis, Industroyer 2, and Incontroller – which are the only known cyber-physical incidents to date, each representing a significant leap in threat capability. Discover how adversaries have advanced their...

Dive into the intricate world of digital forensics, the specialized field dedicated to uncovering and interpreting electronic evidence after a cyber incident. This podcast explores how forensic experts meticulously identify, collect, preserve, and analyze digital artifacts to understand attack methods, trace perpetrators, and inform every phase of the incident response lifecycle, from detection to recovery. Learn why digital forens...

The increasing complexity and state sponsorship of cyber threats are blurring the lines between cybercrime and cyberwarfare, creating significant challenges for attributing attacks and impacting diplomatic relations. This episode explores how international cooperation through stronger alliances, new legal frameworks, and global rapid response networks can enhance cyberattack attribution and response capabilities. We'll discuss the ...

Your cybersecurity posture is no longer just about protection; it's the cornerstone of obtaining effective cyber insurance coverage and managing rising costs in 2025. With threats becoming more sophisticated and regulatory landscapes shifting, insurers are scrutinizing security measures more closely than ever, often making basic safeguards prerequisites for coverage. Understanding key requirements and demonstrating a robust, proact...

Hybrid and remote work arrangements, accelerated by recent events, have significantly increased the challenge of detecting and mitigating insider threats from trusted individuals like employees and contractors who have authorized access to organizational resources. Employee monitoring technologies, such as User Activity Monitoring (UAM) and User Behavior Analytics (UBA) software, are widely employed as tools to observe employee act...

A tabletop exercise is a discussion-based simulation designed to help teams determine how to respond to a crisis. These exercises provide a safe environment to test and refine an organization's incident response plan and identify weaknesses in processes. By engaging key personnel in simulated scenarios, tabletop exercises allow for practicing decision-making, communication, and coordination before an actual unexpected event occurs.

Evolving cyber threats are a significant business risk that boards and executives must oversee, moving beyond simply protecting systems to building resilience. This episode explores how a focus on preparedness, including robust incident response plans and regular testing, combined with continuous management like ongoing monitoring and adapting strategies, is essential for organizations to navigate the dynamic threat landscape. We d...

This episode delves into the essential methodologies and services organizations use to assess their cybersecurity posture. We explore techniques like Enterprise Risk Assessments, Threat Analysis, Vulnerability Management and Assessment, and Penetration Testing. Learn how understanding attacker tactics and human behavior through methods like Social Engineering Assessments and Red/Blue/Purple Teaming can reveal critical weaknesses in...

Large language models present new security challenges, especially when they leverage external data sources through Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG) architectures . This podcast explores the unique attack techniques that exploit these systems, including indirect prompt injection and RAG poisoning. We delve into how offensive testing methods like AI red teaming are crucial for identifying and addressing these critical vulnerabili...

The financial sector is a frequent target for cyberattacks, facing a staggering rise in cases and significant costs from data breaches. Preparing for these threats requires understanding ransomware-as-a-service (RaaS), phishing, and other malicious activities, as well as implementing robust cybersecurity programs and incident response plans. This episode explores effective strategies for planning, detecting, analyzing, containing, ...

The 2025 Worldwide Threat Assessment by the Defense Intelligence Agency describes a rapidly changing global security environment where national security threats are expanding, fueled by advanced technology. It identifies key regional security flashpoints, including threats to the U.S. Homeland and Southern Border, China's assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific (especially regarding Taiwan and the South China Sea), Russia's actions in Uk...