Curt Dukes, Executive Vice President and General Manager for Security Best Practices at the Center for Internet Security (CIS) joins the podcast this week. He shares insights from his more than 30 years with the NSA and how that journey led to the CIS and the synergies between the two organizations in providing cyber resources and fostering threat intelligence information sharing. And for those not familiar with the CIS he provides a great primer on this vital organization started 20 years ago by a group of private industry and government individuals who saw the escalating cyber threat landscape ahead and decided to organize and do something about it to make the connected world a safer place. And you don’t want to miss his perspective on multi-factor authentication and its 99% success rate.

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Welcome to our first SPECIAL EPISODE where we cover breaking news as it happens. Today we catch up with Joe Uchill, senior reporter at SC Media, to discuss the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack making headlines this week and why we continue to see escalating attacks in frequency, ransom demands and high value targets such as critical infrastructure. Joe shares insights from his many years reporting from the cyber front lines speaking with government, regulatory, industry and hacking groups on what it would take to decrease the financial incentive and increase the criminal risk to make ransomware an undesirable pursuit. Spoiler alerts….ransomware gangs make mistakes and often hit “accidental” targets, regulating cryptocurrency is just as hard as it sounds, and while ransomware task forces can’t agree on the most effective solution(s) to mitigate ransomware, most agree global cooperation would be at the top of the list! For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e312

This week, Rachael Lyon and Vince Spina continue their riveting conversation with Gemma Moore, a renowned expert in pen testing and red teaming and cofounder of Cyberus, a leading cyber consultancy. In this second part of their discussion, Gemma delves deep into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, touching on the complexities introduced by cloud services, the intricacies of red teaming, and the critical interplay with blue teams.

She even shares a few fascinating anecdotes from her career, including some high-stakes physical infiltration assignments that sound straight out of a spy movie! Don't miss out as we explore the cutting edge of cybersecurity and the ongoing battle to keep our digital world safe. Tune in, subscribe, and let's get to the point!

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Welcome back to another episode of Forcepoint! In this week's episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Vince Spina dive deep into the intriguing and often underestimated world of cybersecurity with special guest Gemma Moore, co-founder of Cybers, a renowned cybersecurity consultancy. We’ll kick things off with Vince’s alarming personal story about a scam call that mimicked his wallet company, shedding light on the growing concerns of voice capture and security.

Gemma brings her wealth of expertise to the table, sharing stories from the front lines of ethical hacking. We explore the ins-and-outs of penetration testing, distinguishing between compliance-based and scenario-based tests, and uncover the real vulnerabilities that hide in outdated systems and shared passwords.

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In this episode, hosts Rachael Lyon and Vince Spina delve into the dynamic and evolving landscape of global cybersecurity with their guest, David DiMolfetta, a seasoned cybersecurity reporter at Nextgov FCW and former researcher for The Washington Post’s Tech 202. Together, they unpack the latest National Cybersecurity memo on integrating AI into military and intelligence operations, exploring AI's potential to enhance strategic planning and data analysis while navigating strict regulatory considerations.

We'll dive into the pivotal "cyber trust mark" initiative for IoT devices, the emerging quantum computing threats, and the complex web of regulatory overlap affecting critical infrastructure. Join us as we examine the international ramifications of cybersecurity policies, the ethical quandaries posed by AI, and the multi-faceted challenges of safeguarding national security in the digital age. Additionally, we'll touch on recent espionage attacks and the relentless pursuit of robust, adaptive regulations to counter future cyber threats. Stay tuned for a comprehensive discussion that brings you right to the heart of cybersecurity's most pressing issues.

For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e309

This is part 2 of our talk with Marios Savvides

This episode delves into the transformative role of AI in enhancing everyday life and providing security, from alerting homeowners of potential threats to preventing poolside accidents. Dr. Savvides provides insight into the ethical use of AI, the burgeoning future of biometric data, and the rapid pace of technological advancements poised to shape our futures.

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In today's episode, we're thrilled to dive deep into the fascinating world of biometric security with our special guest, Professor Marios Savvides from Carnegie Mellon University. Marios is not only a leading expert in artificial intelligence and biometric technology but also the founder and director of the Biometric Center, and he was named Inventor of the Year in 2022 by the Pittsburgh Intellectual Property Association.

We'll explore a range of intriguing topics, including the exceptional robustness of iris recognition technology, advancements in non-intrusive biometric systems, and the critical role of human-computer interaction in security. Marios will share insights on overcoming challenges in iris and facial recognition, tackling biases in AI, and the ethical implications of AI decision-making, especially in autonomous vehicles. We'll also touch on pressing privacy and security concerns, such as the impact of facial recognition in public spaces and the emerging threat of deep fakes.

For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e307

Our hosts Vince Spina and Rachael Lyon are thrilled to welcome Kelly McCracken, Senior Vice President of Detection and Response at Salesforce. With over two decades of experience in cybersecurity and technology, Kelly dives deep into the evolving landscape of AI and its pivotal role in security operations.

We’ll explore how AI enhances detection and response capabilities, especially against phishing threats, and discuss the critical integration of threat intelligence in security programs. Kelly will shed light on the importance of tailored incident response playbooks and the necessity of training stakeholders for effective decision-making during security incidents.

Join us as we navigate key elements like risk reduction strategies, the balance between security and business enablement, and the evolving transparency in reporting security incidents. Kelly also shares insights from her experience in coauthoring a NIST guide, the shift to remote work, and the complexities of managing hybrid cloud environments.

For links and resources discussed in this episode, please visit our show notes at https://www.forcepoint.com/govpodcast/e306