In Episode 21 of "Protect It All," titled "Cybersecurity in Critical Industries: Lessons from Medical Devices to Automotive," host Aaron Crow is joined by experts David Leichner and Shlomi Ashkenazy to explore the multifaceted world of cybersecurity across various critical industries. 

The conversation starts with Shlomi sharing a transformative personal experience in London, emphasizing the importance of pursuing one's passions. David follows with a moment of realization about the critical nature of cybersecurity during an eye surgery, underscoring the necessity of protecting people through robust cyber measures.

The episode delves deep into how cybersecurity practices are implemented in medical devices, automotive, and industrial manufacturing sectors. David, Shlomi, and Aaron discuss generative AI and its dual potential to enable and defend against cyber threats, drawing parallels to cyber weapons like Stuxnet. The importance of secure design, continuous monitoring, and compliance with ever-evolving regulations are highlighted, particularly in upgrading legacy systems in critical infrastructure.

With comprehensive insights into integrating IT and OT cybersecurity measures, the episode provides a compelling call to action for increased awareness and collaborative efforts to bolster defenses. Aaron also extends an invitation for engagement through conferences like Black Hat and Defcon, where practical solutions and innovative strategies are showcased.

Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the critical intersection of cybersecurity in various industries and learn valuable lessons from the experts on safeguarding our digital and physical world.

Key Moments: 

00:10 Security threats have expanded to 15-year-olds.

08:35 Privacy breaches occur through overlooked device vulnerabilities.

12:14 Power utility leading in cybersecurity due to regulation.

17:06 Smaller companies need to prioritize cybersecurity measures.

26:42 Security strategy requires adapting to different environments.

28:30 FDA emphasizes cybersecurity importance at the H-ISAC conference.

37:43 MIT study simulates cyber attack, uses AI.

40:24 AI can eliminate manual product development processes.

46:16 Cybersecurity brings unknown threats: deterrence or powerful AI.

50:26 Black start plants generate and transmit power.

59:00 Soft skills are crucial for effective communication and trust.

01:00:09 Sent demos to heroes, got a minimal response.

01:06:47 Promoting face-to-face meetings and events globally.

01:10:19 Agreement on conclusion of project.

About the Guests : 

David Leichner

David has over 25 years of marketing and sales executive management experience garnered from leading tech companies including Cynet, Information Builders, Magic Software, Gilat Satellite Networks, BluePhoenix Solutions, and SQream. At Cybellum, a provider of integrated cybersecurity solutions for leading device manufacturers, David is responsible for creating and executing the marketing strategy and managing the global marketing team that forms the foundation for Cybellum’s market penetration.

Shlomi Ashkenazy

Shlomi is the Head of Brand and Strategy at Cybellum, overseeing product security thought leadership, positioning, and brand activities. A physicist-turned-cybersecurity brand builder, Shlomi spent the years before joining Cybellum as a consultant, working with dozens of founders in the cybersecurity, AI, DevOps, Quantum, and Health Tech industries on building their brand, product marketing, positioning, and messaging. Shlomi also produces and co-hosts "Left to Our Own Devices: The Product Security Podcast" and spearheads multiple business strategy and GTM initiatives at Cybellum.

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