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It was a LONG weekend — Here’s the vital info on REvil and Kaseya VSA
8 min read
We speak to Cisco Talos’ US Outreach Team lead Nick Biasini about the unfolding events of the REvil ransomware campaign and Kaseya VSA supply chain attack.
Dealing with stress, burnout and mental health
1 min read
A discussion on mental health in the threat intelligence industry and the mental toll of threat hunting, fear of repercussion and failure.
Solving the opportunity divide: Podcast interview with Dr Christine Izuakor
2 min read
In the latest epsiode of the Security Stories podcast, hear author, CEO and hacker Dr Christine Izuakor share her compelling story, including her switch from the corporate world to start up land. We also chat about the opportunity divide, and how we can make the security field more accessible to more people.
Out today: Defending against critical threats: A 12 month roundup
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Today we launch our brand new publication, Defending Against Critical Threats, in which we take a retrospective look at cyber threats, and how they have evolved in the last 12 months. We’ve designed this in a magazine style format to include both interviews with security experts, and research driven features to help inform strategic decision-making, as organizations prepare for threats they may encounter in the future.
Election Security: A conversation with Matt Olney from Cisco Talos
5 min read
In advance of our third annual “Defending Against Critical Threats” report, a roundup of some the most impactful cyber attacks from the past 12 months, here is a preview of we an interview with Matt Olney, to capture his thoughts post-election.
Security Stories review of the year, with Fareedah Shaheed and Ben Munroe
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We review the most impactful security events of 2020, and welcome our guest Fareedah Shaheed. As well as being a well renowned security expert and entrepreneur, Fareedah has just been named on Forbes’ list of 30 under 30 for those who are making waves in enterprise technology.
The future of security operations
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Podcast discussion on where data security is going next, including how organizations can manage the risk of sensitive data, and how security operations centres will evolve to become even more privacy-centric.
Distorting the truth: The roots of online political disinformation campaigns
1 min read
In this podcast we welcome Theresa Payton and Nick Biasini to help us discuss the history of online manipulation campaigns, and how they’re used today to try and influence political elections. Learn more.
Openness and support: Discussions on why diverse representation in cybersecurity matters
3 min read
Read more about the topics in our latest Security Stories podcast, in which the team discuss where companies can find diverse talent, beyond the usual recruitment channels/ They also share their personal stories and discuss the overall significance of diversity and representation in cybersecurity. We also meet Cisco’s new CISO, Mike Hanley, to talk about the culture he inspires in his team, and what the last few months have been like for him.
Technology as a Security Springboard: How These Experts Pivoted to Cybersecurity
9 min read
There's more than one way to get your foot in the door of cybersecurity, and the stories of these people prove it. Read the blog and be inspired by their experiences.
Podcast: Taking the unconventional career path in cybersecurity
2 min read
Have your listened to Cisco's Security Stories podcast discussion on cybersecurity careers yet? Catch up on what the episode includes, and learn more about what we took away from our main interview with Curtis Simpson, CISO for Armis.
The Many Roads to a Cybersecurity Career: How These Experts Found Their Way Part 1
7 min read
There is no singular path into cybersecurity. And that’s not a bad thing. Read this blog to learn more about the wonderful ways cybersecurity professionals ended up in the industry.
Challenging the Status Quo, and Conquering the Fear of Failure
2 min read
Hear Chris Leach's journey from accountant to CISO, as well as a rewatch of the film Hackers to celebrate its 25th anniversary!
What to Expect When You’re Electing: Special Podcast Episode
2 min read
Learn more about the current status of election security in a special episode of Security Stories, including the results of four years hands on research into election security by our Talos team.
“Don’t fire the CISO”, with Quentyn Taylor
3 min read
Our guest on the Security Stories podcast is Quentyn Taylor, CISO for Canon Europe. He shares his journey, as well as Canon’s customer-centric approach to security, coping with the “virtual hurdle” with his team, and what exactly goes into making the perfect cocktail.
CISOs share their stories
7 min read
Our Security Stories podcast has captured some fascinating insights from CISOs. In this blog, our host Hazel recalls some of the leadership stories that have left their mark on her the most
Creating more opportunities for others in cybersecurity
2 min read
We have some important discussions in our latest Security Stories podcast. Andy Ellis joins us to talk about representation and diversity in the cybersecurity industry, and Noureen Njoroge speaks about the huge benefits of mentoring women in IT.
The Hunt for the Most Dangerous Cyber Criminals
2 min read
Learn more about the story behind the hunt for the most dangerous hackers, with investigative journalist Andy Greenberg and the Cisco Talos threat investigation team.