Cybersecurity Headlines Week in Review: Google vishing response, DeepSeek peak week, ransomware victim costs
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Jan 31, 2025 Alexandra Landegger, Global Head of Cyber Strategy & Transformation at RTX, dives into pressing cybersecurity issues. She discusses a recent vishing attack involving Google and the critical importance of trust in the digital landscape. The conversation also covers the trend of organizations moving away from paying ransomware and the urgency of having a solid response plan. Additionally, they explore how understanding human behavior can enhance security measures while addressing the evolving challenges with new tech innovations.
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Code Word for Trust
- Alexandra Landegger recalled a childhood code word used with her mom for verifying trusted adults.
- This relates to establishing trust and verification in the digital workspace.
Skepticism Across Departments
- Cybersecurity professionals are naturally skeptical, but other departments may not be.
- Training is crucial to help them recognize and report potential threats.
DeepSeek as a Learning Opportunity
- Use events like the DeepSeek incident as learning opportunities for incident response.
- Establish decision-making processes for new technologies in advance.