We put together an open conversation between our podcast hosts, CyberWire Daily's Dave Bittner, T-Minus Space Daily’s Maria Varmazis, and CISO Perspectives podcast’s Kim Jones. Their conversation goes deeper than just the historical significance of Juneteenth, diving into candid conversations on allyship, representation, and the enduring value of diversity in the cybersecurity and space fields. Grab your coffee and join us in the room.

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Cybersecurity is no longer confined to the digital world or just a technical challenge, it’s a global imperative. The NightDragon Innovation Summit convened a group of industry leaders to discuss how public and private entities can work together to address emerging threats and harness the power of AI, cybersecurity, and innovation to strengthen national defense.

In this special edition podcast, we capture a glimpse into the knowledge and expertise shared at the NightDragon Innovation Summit. We are joined by NightDragon Founder and CEO Dave DeWalt, DataBee CEO Nicole Bucala, Liberty Mutual Insurance EVP and CISO Katie Jenkins, Sophos CEO Joe Levy, and Dataminr VP of Sales Engineering Michael Mastrole.

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Welcome to the Microsoft for Startups Spotlight, brought to you by N2K CyberWire and Microsoft. In this episode, we are shining a light on innovation, ambition, and the tech trailblazers building the future right from the startup trenches. This episode is part of our exclusive RSAC series where we dive into the real world impact of the Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub. 

Along with Microsoft’s Kevin Magee, Dave Bittner talks with an entrepreneur and startup veteran, and founders from three incredible startups who are part of the Founders Hub, each tackling big problems with even bigger ideas. 

Dave and Kevin set the stage speaking with startup veteran and Cygenta co-founder FC about making the leap from hacker to entrepreneur. Dave and Kevin then speak with three founders: Matthew Chiodi of Cerby, Travis Howerton of RegScale, and Karl Mattson of Endor Labs. So whether you are building your own startup or just love a good innovation story, listen in. For more information, visit the Microsoft for Startups website.

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Brandon Karpf sits down with Mike Silverman, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer at FS-ISAC, to discuss the white paper Building Cryptographic Agility in the Financial Sector.

Authored by experts from FS-ISAC’s Post-Quantum Cryptography Working Group, the paper addresses the vulnerabilities posed by quantum computing to current cryptographic algorithms. It provides financial institutions with strategies to safeguard sensitive data and maintain trust as these emerging threats evolve.

Discover the challenges and actionable steps to build cryptographic agility in this insightful conversation.

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the CyberWire and our friends! Enjoy our rendition of the 12 Days of Malware created by Dave Bittner and performed by Dave and friends: Rachel Tobac, Jayson Street, Ron Eddings & Chris Cochran, Ray [Redacted], Dinah Davis, Camille Stewart, Rick Howard, Michelle Dennedy, Jack Rhysider, Johannes Ullrich, and Charity Wright. Ba dum bum bum. Sing along if you are game! Check out our video for the full effect!

The 12 Days of Malware lyrics

On the first day of Christmas, my malware gave to me:

A keylogger logging my keys.

On the second day of Christmas, my malware gave to me:

2 Trojan Apps...

And a keylogger logging my keys.

On the third day of Christmas, my malware gave to me:

3 Web shells...

2 Trojan Apps...

And a keylogger logging my keys.

On the fourth day of Christmas, my malware gave to me:

4 Crypto scams...

3 Web shells...

2 Trojan Apps...

And a keylogger logging my keys.

On the fifth day of Christmas, my malware gave to me:

5 Zero Days!

4 Crypto scams...

3 Web shells...

2 Trojan Apps...

And a keylogger logging my keys.

On the sixth day of Christmas, my malware gave to me:

6 Passwords spraying...

5 Zero Days!

4 Crypto scams...

3 Web shells...

2 Trojan Apps...

And a keylogger logging my keys.

On the seventh day of Christmas, my malware gave to me:

7 Scripts a scraping...

6 Passwords spraying...

5 Zero Days!

4 Crypto scams...

3 Web shells...

2 Trojan Apps...

And a keylogger logging my keys.

On the eighth day of Christmas, my malware gave to me:

8 Worms a wiping...

7 Scripts a scraping...

6 Passwords spraying...

5 Zero Days!

4 Crypto scams...

3 Web shells...

2 Trojan Apps...

And a keylogger logging my keys.

On the ninth day of Christmas, my malware gave to me:

9 Rootkits rooting...

8 Worms a wiping...

7 Scripts a scraping...

6 Passwords spraying...

5 Zero Days!

4 Crypto scams...

3 Web shells...

2 Trojan Apps...

And a keylogger logging my keys.

On the tenth day of Christmas, my malware gave to me:

10 Darknet markets...

9 Rootkits rooting...

8 Worms a wiping...

7 Scripts a scraping...

6 Passwords spraying...

5 Zero Days! (Bah-dum-dum-dum!)

4 Crypto scams...

3 Web shells...

2 Trojan Apps...

And a keylogger logging my keys.

On the eleventh day of Christmas, my malware gave to me:

11 Phishers phishing...

10 Darknet markets...

9 Rootkits rooting...

8 Worms a wiping...

7 Scripts a scraping...

6 Passwords spraying...

5 Zero Days! (Bah-dum-dum-dum!)

4 Crypto scams...

3 Web shells...

2 Trojan Apps...

And a keylogger logging my keys.

On the twelfth day of Christmas, my malware gave to me:

12 Hackers hacking...

11 Phishers phishing...

10 Darknet markets...

9 Rootkits rooting...

8 Worms a wiping...

7 Scripts a scraping...

6 Passwords spraying...

5 Zero Days!

4 Crypto scams...

3 Web shells...

2 Trojan Apps...

And a keylogger logging my keys.

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In this special edition podcast, N2K's Executive Editor Brandon Karpf talks with author, CEO and cybersecurity advisor Dr. Bilyana Lilly about her new novel "Digital Mindhunters."

In a high-stakes game of espionage and deception, a female analyst uncovers Russia's plot to wield artificial intelligence, espionage, and disinformation as weapons of chaos against the United States. As she races against time to thwart an assassination plot, she finds herself entangled in a web of international intrigue and discovers a parallel threat from a Chinese spy network aiming to steal data, manipulate American voters, and harness technology to dismantle the very foundations of U.S. democracy. In a world where lies are a weapon and trust is a luxury, she navigates the treacherous worlds of arms dealers, hackers, and spies to protect her country.

Dr. Bilyana Lilly is a cybersecurity and information warfare expert. She advises senior executives in the private and public sector on how to mitigate cybersecurity risk across their enterprises. Dr. Lilly serves on the Advisory Boards of the venture capital firm Night Dragon and the cybersecurity firm RunSafe Security. She chairs the Democratic Resilience Track of the Warsaw Security Forum and is an adjunct senior advisor for critical infrastructure and resilience at the Institute for Security and Technology. Her previous roles include a manager at Deloitte's Financial Cybersecurity Practice and a fellow at the RAND Corporation. Dr. Lilly holds a PhD in policy analysis and cyber security, and three master's degrees, including an honors degree from Oxford University. Her book "Russian Information Warfare" became a bestseller and is on display at the Pentagon. Dr. Lilly is a mentor and a speaker at RSA, DefCon, CyCon, and the Executive Women's Forum. She has been denounced by Russia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and called cyber expert by Tom Hanks.

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In this special edition of our podcast, Simone Petrella sits down with cybersecurity luminary Alex Stamos, Chief Information Security Officer at SentinelOne, to delve into one of the most challenging years in tech history. 2024 has seen unprecedented breaches of multinational corporations, high-stakes attacks from state actors, massive data leaks, and the largest global IT failure on record. As both a seasoned security executive and respected thought leader, Stamos offers a firsthand perspective on how the security landscape is evolving under these pressures.

In this exclusive keynote discussion, Stamos draws from his extensive experience to share hard-won lessons from the upheavals of 2024, discussing how companies can build — and rebuild — trust amidst this environment of constant threat. What new responsibilities do organizations have to their customers, employees, shareholders, and society? And what major shifts can we expect across cybersecurity and IT practices in response to these cascading challenges? Tune in for a deep dive into how security professionals are rising to meet their roles in a world brimming with motivated and capable adversaries.

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In this Solution Spotlight episode, our very own Simone Petrella sits down with Chris Porter, the Chief Information Security Officer at Fannie Mae. As a seasoned expert in the financial and cybersecurity sectors, Chris shares insights into how Fannie Mae navigates the complexities of securing one of the nation's most critical financial institutions.

Together, they discuss Fannie Mae's evolving cybersecurity posture, balancing innovation with risk management, and the critical strategies employed to protect sensitive data in an increasingly digital and interconnected world. Chris also delves into the importance of collaboration across the industry, highlighting partnerships and intelligence-sharing as vital components in mitigating cyber threats.

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In this episode, N2K's Brandon Karpf interviews Pete Newell, CEO and Founder of BMNT, about the challenges facing technology adoption within the Department of Defense (DoD). They discuss the concept of “mission acceleration,” focusing on the DoD’s struggle to keep pace with rapid changes on the battlefield and the importance of a human-centered approach to technology adaptation. Newell emphasizes that true innovation in defense is more of a "people problem" than a technology issue, requiring shifts in organizational culture and internal education. Tune in to hear insights on accelerating change in defense through better problem articulation and training.

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In this special edition of Solution Spotlight, join us for an exclusive conversation between ISC2's Executive Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Andy Woolnough, and N2K's Simone Petrella. Together, they take a deep dive into ISC2's 2024 Cybersecurity Workforce Study, offering a first look at the most pressing findings.

Discover insights from a survey of 15,852 cybersecurity professionals and decision-makers across the globe, including the size of the current workforce, the demand for more professionals, and alarming trends around layoffs, budget cuts, and skills shortages. Andy and Simone also explore the growing disconnect between the skills in high demand by hiring managers and those that cybersecurity pros are prioritizing. Learn why organizations must take immediate action to foster talent and bridge these skills gaps to meet the industry's evolving needs.

Plus, today marks the start of the ISC2 Security Congress 2024! Whether attending in person or virtually, this event is packed with opportunities to engage with industry experts and further your knowledge in cybersecurity.

Tune in for actionable insights and exclusive details on the state of the cybersecurity workforce and how your organization can stay ahead.

For more information on ISC2 Security Congress 2024, visit the event page here.

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