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Aug 29, 2022 • 8min
Hackers breach LastPass, new Agenda ransomware, Facebook Cambridge settlement
Hackers breach LastPass developer system to steal source code New Agenda ransomware appears in the threat landscape Facebook-Cambridge Analytica data breach lawsuit ends in 11th hour settlement Thanks to this week's episode sponsor, Code42 It's not just about the data leaving your company - what about the data coming in? Along with departing employees, new talent is also actively joining your organization. This poses cybersecurity challenges since they could be knowingly or unknowingly bringing data from their former company into your network. Code42 Incydr is an Insider Risk Management SaaS that provides a comprehensive understanding of your data exposure and shows which activities require security intervention. Learn more at Code42.com/showme. For the stories behind the headlines, head to CISOseries.com.

Aug 26, 2022 • 22min
Week in Review: Satellite hacks, Insurers balk, Twitter's cybersecurity
Link to Blog Post This week's Cyber Security Headlines – Week in Review, June 6-10, is hosted by Rich Stroffolino with our guest, John McClure, CISO, Sinclair Broadcast Group Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 It's not just about the data leaving your company – what about the data coming in? Along with departing employees, new talent is also actively joining your organization. This poses cybersecurity challenges since they could be knowingly or unknowingly bringing data from their former company into your network. Code42 Incydr is an Insider Risk Management SaaS that provides a comprehensive understanding of your data exposure and shows which activities require security intervention. Learn more at Code42.com/showme. All links and the video of this episode can be found on CISO Series.com

Aug 26, 2022 • 8min
North Korea at BlackHat, Ransomware attacks jump, Pentagon software requirements
North Korean malware present at Black Hat Ransomware attacks jump as new malware strains proliferate Pentagon may require flaw-free software Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 It's not just about the data leaving your company - what about the data coming in? Along with departing employees, new talent is also actively joining your organization. This poses cybersecurity challenges since they could be knowingly or unknowingly bringing data from their former company into your network. Code42 Incydr is an Insider Risk Management SaaS that provides a comprehensive understanding of your data exposure and shows which activities require security intervention. Learn more at Code42.com/showme For the stories behind the headlines, head to CISOseries.com.

Aug 25, 2022 • 6min
Nobelium's MagicWeb, pro-Western influence campaigns, $100 million in NFTs stolen
Microsoft reveals Nobelium's MagicWeb Details emerge on large-scale pro-Western influence campaigns Stolen NFTs prove big business Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 Surprise! Surprise! Five years from now, Jamie, who's resigning today, will ring the NASDAQ bell officially launching her company on the public market. And what you'll soon realize is that Jamie stole your most valuable data to start her new company. Learn how Code42 Incydr can stop data theft and protect your organizations' most valuable assets. Visit Code42.com/showme to learn more.

Aug 24, 2022 • 8min
Twitter ex-security chief whistleblower, Ukraine and Poland join forces, Binance deepfake scam
Ex-security chief accuses Twitter of cybersecurity negligence Ukraine and Poland join forces to counter Russian cyberattacks Hackers use Binance exec deepfake in crypto exchange scam Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 Cybersecurity teams are facing unprecedented challenges when it comes to protecting sensitive corporate data from exposure, leak and theft. In fact, the Code42 Annual Data Exposure Report revealed there's a 1 in 3 chance that your company will lose IP when an employee quits. To learn more about stopping data leaks with Insider Risk Management visit Code42.com/showme. For the stories behind the headlines, head over to CISOseries.com

Aug 23, 2022 • 6min
State-backed attacks not insured, LockBit hit with DDoS, Cozy Bear gets around MFA
State-backed attacks excluded from cyber insurance LockBit hit with DDoS Cozy Bear using Microsoft accounts to bypass MFA Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 Have you been thinking about launching an Insider Risk Management program? You don't need to be Big Brother to effectively address Insider Risk. Code42 believes that the Three Es should define any IRM program: expertise, education, and enforcement. Shift your security culture from "watchdog" to "guide dog" and everyone wins. Learn more at Code42.com/showme.

Aug 22, 2022 • 7min
Urgent iPhone update, ZIP password fault, Hacking decommissioned satellites
iPhone users urged to update to patch 2 zero-days Encrypted ZIP files can have two correct passwords White hat hackers broadcast through decommissioned satellite Thanks to today's episode sponsor, Code42 It's not just about the data leaving your company - what about the data coming in? Along with departing employees, new talent is also actively joining your organization. This poses cybersecurity challenges since they could be knowingly or unknowingly bringing data from their former company into your network. Code42 Incydr is an Insider Risk Management SaaS that provides a comprehensive understanding of your data exposure and shows which activities require security intervention. Learn more at Code42.com/showme For the stories behind the headlines, head to CISOseries.com.

Aug 19, 2022 • 27min
Week in Review: Ukraine at Black Hat, Starlink hacked, cybersecurity workforce inequity
Link to Blog Post This week's Cyber Security Headlines – Week in Review, June 6-10, is hosted by Rich Stroffolino with our guest, Stephen Harrison, VP Cyber Defense, MGM Resorts Thanks to today's episode sponsor, 6clicks With 6clicks, organizations can manage enterprise risk easier than ever before. 6clicks helps you identify your risks, group them into risk registers, and run risk assessments. It highlights causes and potential impacts, outlines risk treatment plans, and helps you manage the full treatment lifecycle. For more information visit 6clicks.com/cisoseries. All links and the video of this episode can be found on CISO Series.com

Aug 19, 2022 • 8min
Google blocks DDoS, Moore leaves Cyber Command, BlackByte's ransomware options
Google blocks largest HTTPS DDoS attack 'reported to date' Cyber Command loses Moore A new version of BlackByte offers extortion options Thanks to today's episode sponsor, 6clicks With 6clicks, organizations can manage enterprise risk easier than ever before. 6clicks helps you identify your risks, group them into risk registers, and run risk assessments. It highlights causes and potential impacts, outlines risk treatment plans, and helps you manage the full treatment lifecycle. For more information visit 6clicks.com/cisoseries. For the stories behind the headlines, head to CISOseries.com.

Aug 18, 2022 • 7min
PyPi backdoors, Project Sugarush, Redalpha phishing
PyPi packages turn installed apps to backdoors Project Sugarush targets Israeli shipping RedAlpha ramps up phishing efforts Thanks to today's episode sponsor, 6clicks Manage the full assessment lifecycle and get your business audit-ready more easily than ever using 6clicks. Identify overlap from completed audits and assessments with other standards and frameworks using Hailey-AI to streamline compliance with multiple audit requirements. With built-in content, organizations can get started on their audit and assessments faster than ever before. For more information visit 6clicks.com/cisoseries.


