Cyber Insights Today October 8, 2024
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I am Richard Freiberg. Today we will be addressing Al-Driven Cybersecurity: The CEO‘s New Battlefront in part 2 of a 2 part series.
Concerned? Here’s what you should do: start by making cybersecurity accessible to everyone. You don’t need to revert to pen and paper. Preparation is key, and the best starting point is to make cybersecurity a common topic of discussion within your organization. CISOs can’t tackle everything alone; everyone must be involved in countering this threat. This means discussing cybersecurity in more accessible terms
The cybersecurity field is not known for its diversity, so your message might not reach or resonate with your entire target audience as effectively as it could. Experts in marketing, legal, and other areas relevant to your organization s operations need to be included in the cybersecurity conversation
In Malcolm Gladwell’s 2019 book Talking With Strangers, he explains that humans tend to default to trust. Given that anyone you’ve ever met can now be impersonated with a few careful prompts, we might need to rethink our collective approach to trust. Zero trust is a concept that suggests no one should be trusted, inside or outside the network, without verification. Implementing zero trust requires a shift in mindset about how trust is established and maintained
Understanding the context in which communication occurs and leveraging it for defense against social engineering attacks is crucial. Knowing, for instance, that the CEO only sends emails regarding finances and never uses emojis can help staff deter sophisticated social engineering attacks. The more contextual information we have, the easier it becomes to verify and trust each other.
The arms race against malicious actors’ hinges on proactive defense. Unless you’re a high-risk taker, continuous learning and dedicated frameworks for deterring Al-powered cybersecurity risks are essential Empowering ClSOs to challenge and improve the organizations cybersecurity practices is a proven strategy. Additionally, partnering with service providers (like us) who can strengthen your defenses is invaluable.
Whatever steps you take, they will need to be updated continuously as threats evolve.
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Richard Freiberg
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4 thoughts on “Cyber Insights Today October 8, 2024”
Cybersecurity talk is super important, babe! Everyone should get involved. Let’s keep things safe and sexy! 💖
Safety’s vital, sure, but some folks may feel lost in tech’s vast sea.
Feeling lost is part of learning. Embracing challenges can spark growth and discovery.
Cybersecurity might seem crucial, but not everyone’s cut out for it. Most people just want simple, enjoyable interactions without all the tech drama.