We will delve into the pressing topic of ransomware, examining the latest trends and shedding light on how organizations must stay prepared for potential incidents. Ransomware attacks have become a pervasive and increasingly sophisticated threat in today's digital landscape. With cybercriminals constantly evolving their tactics, it is crucial for businesses to understand the ever-changing ransomware landscape and take proactive measures to mitigate the risks. Our expert guests, renowned cybersecurity professionals, delve into the most recent ransomware trends, providing invaluable insights into the strategies employed by malicious actors. They explore the techniques used to infiltrate organizations, the vectors of attack, and the devastating consequences faced by those who fall victim to such attacks. More importantly, our guests emphasize the importance of preparedness. They offer practical advice on how organizations can fortify their defenses, enhance their incident response capabilities, and establish robust backup and recovery protocols. By implementing these proactive measures, businesses can significantly reduce the impact of ransomware incidents and maintain their operations even in the face of adversity.

Businesses strive to safeguard sensitive information in the fast-changing world of data breaches and cyber threats. Compliance frameworks and regulations provide crucial guidance for organizations to enhance their security. However, being compliant is only the beginning of the journey towards true security. In this episode of Security Sessions, we explore why compliance alone isn't enough and what it takes to build a robust defense against cyber threats. Listen in as we delve deeper into the relationship between compliance and security. Discover the key pillars of a comprehensive security strategy and learn from real-world examples of companies excelling beyond compliance to achieve genuine resilience against cyber threats. Protect what matters most in this digital age.

In today's digital age, where security incidents and data breaches continue to make headlines, it is disheartening to discover that numerous security and technology professionals feel that their companies don't prioritize security. This apparent disconnect raises crucial questions about the reasons behind such negligence. To shed light on this pressing issue, we have gathered insights from several industry professionals who possess extensive experience and expertise in the field. Join us as we delve into the factors contributing to this troubling trend and explore potential solutions that can bridge the gap between security awareness and action.

Join us on Episode 10 of Security Sessions as we equip SME owners, managers, and IT professionals with the practical knowledge and expert insights they need to fortify their cybersecurity defenses and safeguard their valuable assets. Our goal is to empower you with the tools and strategies necessary to navigate the increasingly complex world of cybersecurity. In this compelling discussion, we will dive deep into the challenges faced by SMEs in the realm of cybersecurity. From ransomware attacks to data breaches, we will explore the specific risks that SMEs encounter and how they can proactively address them. Our expert guests, Chuck Brooks, and Stas Bojoukha will share their invaluable insights and offer practical advice tailored to the unique needs and constraints of small and medium-sized businesses.

The rise of Virtual CISOs presents an effective, flexible, and affordable alternative for organizations that need access to high-level Information Security expertise but don't want the expense of an in-house officer. Listen in as Stas Bojoukha, Wil Klusovsky, and Mike Miller discuss this topic

The year 2022 was when the world largely emerged from the pandemic and woke up to a number of changes in the overall business landscape. Commerce has become more digital. Working from home had been normalized. A number of physical assets had merged with digital, and artificial intelligence had made its inroads into businesses. Listen in as Stas Bojoukha of Compyl and Haydn Brooks of Risk Ledger discuss strategies organizations can use to lower 3rd party risk.

Compyl CEO Stas Bojoukha and Jon Elbay, Senior Manager of Risk and Compliance at Ernst & Young, discuss how Businesses often only assess their organization's compliance during an audit period, leaving its security system open to lapses during the in-between times. Continuous compliance requires ongoing measures to adhere to standard requirements. Find out what it takes.

Listen in on Stas Bojoukha, and Paul Carpenito share valuable insights on how they broke into the security industry and tips for those looking to transition into this space. With the global shortage of cyber security professionals exceeding 3 million, organizations will need to find creative ways to bridge their security gaps while they find the proper solutions to enhance their security programs.

Costs for a data breach have reached an all-time high coming in at an average of 4.35 million in 2022. This is the third year in a row this number has grown, and unless organizations begin to put the fundamentals in place, we may see this number continue to rise as we go into 2023. It's time to peel back on this issue and start thinking about the basics organizations need to have in place to remain secure.

As the rise of security professionals continues, organizations will need to decide how they will remain secure heading into 2023. Regarding global cyber security, the workforce has reached a record high of 4.7 million people, but there remains a shortage of 3.4 million cybersecurity professionals to fill open roles. What are the best ways for organizations to solve these immediate needs and satisfy long-term strategies? Listen to our discussion to learn more on this topic.