We interview Joseph Brunsman of the Brunsman Group, a thought leader in cybersecurity insurance. They discuss the liability in data breaches and the changes happening in the cybersecurity insurance industry. They also explore the impact of AI on cyber insurance and the importance of accurate application and underwriting processes. The conversation highlights the increasing scrutiny from regulators and the potential personal liability for CEOs and executives. 

The episode concludes with a discussion on the SolarWinds breach and the need for businesses to take cybersecurity seriously. In this conversation, Dino Mauro and Joseph Brunsman discuss the importance of cyber insurance and the potential risks and liabilities that businesses face in the event of a cyber breach. They emphasize the need for businesses to proactively plan and implement cybersecurity measures to mitigate these risks. They also highlight the changing landscape of cyber insurance policies and the need for businesses to stay informed about exclusions and coverage limitations. The conversation concludes with the reminder that businesses should consult with subject matter experts and develop a comprehensive cybersecurity roadmap.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity Insurance
• 02:18 Changes in the Insurance Industry
• 06:11 Importance of Accurate Application Process
• 09:34 Personal Liability for CEOs and Executives
• 13:54 Regulatory Scrutiny and Enforcement Actions
• 19:40 Lessons from the SolarWinds Breach
• 26:54 The Changing Landscape of Cyber Insurance
• 27:23 Addressing Legacy Hardware and Software Exclusions
• 35:05 Understanding the Limits of Cyber Insurance Coverage
• 43:20 Taking Proactive Steps to Mitigate Cyber Risks

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📲 Got a DM from the “FBI” on Telegram?
🚨 Did someone named “Jaimie Quin” claim they run IC3?

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🚫 It’s a fraudulent scheme designed to gain your trust… and steal your info or money.

🔐 Remember:
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📬 Would you fall for a fake Google subpoena?
🛡️ What if it passed every security check — and looked 100% real?

🚨 A new phishing tactic is slipping past traditional defenses — and it’s terrifyingly convincing.

🕵️‍♂️ Recent reports reveal cybercriminals are sending fake emails that mimic legal subpoenas from Google.
✅ No misspellings
✅ No suspicious links
✅ No obvious red flags

They’re polished.
They pass filters.
And they’re designed to fool even the cautious.

📌 These emails aren’t just phishing — they’re weaponized impersonation.

🔐 How to protect yourself:

• Verify any legal-sounding email with the sender independently
• Don’t click on attachments or links unless confirmed legitimate
• Report suspicious emails to your IT/security team immediately

The phishing game has leveled up.
 So must your awareness. 👁️‍🗨️

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MOVING TARGET TRILOGY. Nonfiction cybercrime thrillers. 🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews.
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Steve Orrin, Federal CTO for Intel, discusses secrets inside zero trust and r latest cyber security concerns. He is a recognized security leader and public speaker. Steve has orchestrated projects for federal government agencies on Security and AI. Steve is a key advisor in emerging technologies to the Public Sector, Defense, and Intelligence communities.

Key topics: latest cyber security concerns, Global Cyber Security Strategy, zero trust small business and national security, zero trust and national security, zero trust in critical infrastructure, zero trust in supply chain, zero trust in small business, secrets inside zero trust, how us cyber security strategy effects allies, driving change in cyber security today, zero trust in cyber security today

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David Mauro interviews ransomware negotiator, George Just, a former VP at Oracle and current CRO at Digital Asset Redemption (https://www.digitalassetredemption.com/), about how to deal with online extortion, understanding ransomware payments, and we uncover secrets to cyber crime discussions you need to know.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Reality of Cybercrime
• 02:00 Introduction to Ransomware Negotiation
• 03:04 The Journey into Cybersecurity
• 06:13 Understanding Ransomware Attacks
• 09:00 The Art of Negotiation with Threat Actors
• 11:53 Case Studies in Ransomware Negotiation
• 16:00 The Role of Cyber Insurance
• 18:49 Incident Response Planning
• 21:57 How To Deal With Online Extortion
• 25:09 The Business of Ransomware
• 30:04 Secrets To Cyber Crime Discussions
• 33:19 Understanding Cybersecurity Threats
• 36:03 Understanding Ransomware Payments
• 39:09 Supply Chain Attacks and Data Exfiltration
• 43:28 Proactive Cyber Defense Strategies
• 47:05 The Importance of Threat Intelligence
• 51:52 Preparing for Cyber Incidents

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True crime enters our homes and businesses daily. Learn from actual people who fight it daily and show you how in a thriller story. The Moving Target Trilogy. Book 3 to be released September 22nd, 2026. Start with any of them. Be a Moving Target.

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MOVING TARGET TRILOGY. Nonfiction cybercrime thrillers. 🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews.
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Discussed how start a career in cybersecurity today with military veteran and security teacher, trainer and expert, Josh Mason. Covering what employers want in cybersecurity, new approaches to enter cyber security, how transition fro military into cybersecurity today, new approaches to enter cybersecurity, how start a career in cybersecurity today, effective communication for security internally in business, new approaches to enter the cybersecurity field, and best ways to keep up to date on security news. Also discussed cybersecurity careers for military, military to cybersecurity careers, ways to transition from military into cybersecurity, how to transition from military into cybersecurity today.

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MOVING TARGET TRILOGY. Nonfiction cybercrime thrillers. 🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews.
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Zero Trust. New Approaches to Social Engineering.

Video Episode:  https://youtu.be/U-RiapHidco

 We discuss new approaches to understanding zero trust and new approaches to understanding social engineering with Ron Woerner. Ron is a Keynote Speaker, Tedx Speaker, Author, Security Community Leader, CEO of Cyber-AAA, Professor of Cyber Studies, CISO, Hacker and Veteran, and also works with VetSec (https://veteransec.org/), a non-profit that helps military build their cybersecurity careers. 

We cover key topics:

New approaches to understanding zero trust, New Approaches to understanding social engineering, best cybersecurity practices for business, best policies to limit cyber liability, best practices identity protection, business benefits for having security assessments done, educating on security by podcasting, how intelligence gathering is critical to security, how to communicate effectively internally in business, impact the new us security strategy have on ai, innovative ways for security education, latest security expert insight, lowering risk of a data breach by security awareness training, new approaches to security awareness, new ways to limit cyber liability, newest ways to protect your identity online today, social engineering the science behind it, top security tips we all want to know, understanding the hacker mindset, understanding the neuroscience of social engineering, ways to stop social engineering.

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MOVING TARGET TRILOGY. Nonfiction cybercrime thrillers. 🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews.
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In early 2025, Oracle faced two significant cybersecurity breaches that exposed sensitive data and raised serious concerns about its security practices. The first breach involved outdated Cerner servers, compromising healthcare data, while the second targeted an inactive legacy system, leading to the theft of client credentials. Both incidents highlighted critical vulnerabilities in Oracle's infrastructure and the importance of timely detection and response. The aftermath included a class action lawsuit and ongoing investigations, emphasizing the need for robust cybersecurity measures and transparency in handling breaches.

 Catch the Video: https://youtu.be/YWAmzPmG0YM

Takeaways

•    Oracle was breached twice in early 2025, raising alarms.

•    The first breach compromised healthcare data via outdated servers.

•    The second breach involved an inactive legacy system.

•    Hackers exploited known vulnerabilities to gain access.

•    Delayed detection allowed unauthorized access for weeks.

•    Oracle's response included denying the breaches initially.

•    A class action lawsuit was filed against Oracle for negligence.

•    Legacy systems pose significant security risks if not decommissioned.

•    Timely detection and monitoring are crucial for cybersecurity.

•    Organizations must prioritize patch management and system updates.

Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us.

True crime enters our homes and businesses daily. Learn from actual people who fight it daily and show you how in a thriller story. The Moving Target Trilogy. Book 3 to be released September 22nd, 2026. Start with any of them. Be a Moving Target.

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MOVING TARGET TRILOGY. Nonfiction cybercrime thrillers. 🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews.
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Hunting Down Hackers. True Crime Stories with Huntress/YouTube Leader John Hammond.

Video episode here: https://youtu.be/CMOu0o9FvFQ

Examples with advice from top security content creator JOHN HAMMOND. Understanding the Cyber Crime Mind To Protect Business, top security content creator insight, recent true cyber crime examples, new findings on cyber crime gangs including EXCLUSIVE DISCUSSION ON BLACK CAT RANSOMWARE GANG and Anatomy of a Social Engineering attack. 

Topics: understanding cyber crime mind, new insight on true cyber crime examples, new insight on cyber crime gangs, best ways to keep up to date on security news, best ways to limit cyber attack liability, best ways to protect business from cyber crime, and brand protection with identification authentication.  

John has a huge following: 2 Million Youtube subscribers, 570k+ Twitter followers and 250k+ Linkedin Followers! 

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True crime enters our homes and businesses daily. Learn from actual people who fight it daily and show you how in a thriller story. The Moving Target Trilogy. Book 3 to be released September 22nd, 2026. Start with any of them. Be a Moving Target.

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MOVING TARGET TRILOGY. Nonfiction cybercrime thrillers. 🔥 4 years. 400+ interviews.
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What if the hackers are actually the heroes?

In this mind-blowing episode, host David Mauro sits down with Matt Toussain, elite military cyber warrior, DEF CON speaker, and Founder of Open Security, to reveal how offensive security and real-world hacking tactics are helping businesses reduce risk, fight cybercrime, and stay ten steps ahead of threats.

🎖️ From serving in the U.S. Air Force as a Senior Cyber Tactics Lead, to becoming a NetWars Champion and SANS instructor, Matt shares battle-tested insights and introduces Sirius — the groundbreaking open-source vulnerability scanner that’s changing the game.

🚨 Whether you run a business or just want to finally get serious about cybersecurity, this episode is PACKED with unfiltered truth, practical strategies, and behind-the-scenes access to the front lines of cyber warfare.

Takeaways

•  Matt Toussaint's journey from military to cybersecurity is inspiring.

•  DEF CON is a great platform for new voices in cybersecurity.

•  Penetration testing is crucial for identifying vulnerabilities.

•  Real-world examples highlight the importance of cybersecurity.

•  Sirius is an open-source vulnerability scanning tool.

•  Organizations often overlook basic security practices like password management.

•  The Colonial Pipeline incident serves as a cautionary tale.

•  Effective remediation is key after penetration testing.

•  Cybersecurity is a constantly evolving field.

•  Networking at events like DEF CON can lead to valuable connections. Password management is a significant challenge for organizations.

•  MSPs often lack the resources to provide adequate security.

•  Outsourcing IT can lead to increased tech debt and security risks.

•  Incident response requires a deep understanding of the threat landscape.

•  Nation-state actors pose unique challenges in cybersecurity.

•  Prosecution of cybercriminals is complicated by international law.

•  Geopolitical factors influence the response to cyber attacks.

•  Vulnerability management is critical for organizations of all sizes.

•  AI can enhance cybersecurity but also introduces new vulnerabilities.

Questions? Text our Studio direct. We read these and when helpful we give a special shout out for those to contact us.

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