The Segment

The Monday Microsegment for the week of June 9th. All the cybersecurity news you need to stay ahead, from Illumio's The Segment podcast.

• Travelers left flying blind after cyberattack at Canadian airline
• Extra! Extra! Hackers target journalists at The Washington Post
• And a fake IT support is tricking Salesforce users into downloading malware

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In this episode of The Segment, we dive deep into the critical intersection of cybersecurity, resilience, and organizational strategy with the renowned Dr. Larry Ponemon, founder of the Ponemon Institute and a pioneer in privacy and security research. With over 20 years of groundbreaking studies, including the IBM Cost of a Data Breach Report and the Global Cost of Ransomware Study, Dr. Ponemon shares valuable insights into the evolving cyber threat landscape and what businesses can do to stay ahead.

We also talk about: 

• The origins and evolution of the Ponemon Institute’s research.
• Why prevention isn’t enough, emphasizing containment and resilience in cybersecurity.
• The rising costs of data breaches and attackers’ growing focus on disrupting operational resilience.
• How organizations can leverage research data to secure leadership buy-in and develop effective strategies.
• The importance of Zero Trust frameworks in addressing modern security challenges.
• The role of robust leadership, strategic planning, and redundancy in enhancing resilience.
• The evolving responsibilities of CISOs and unifying accountability within organizations.
• Emerging trends like artificial intelligence and global contributions to cybersecurity innovation.
• Metrics for measuring the effectiveness of security controls.

The Global Cost of Ransomware Report: https://www.illumio.com/resource-center/cost-of-ransomware  

Listening Notes:

[2:30 - 6:00] Advice for Mitigating Ransomware Risks

[6:00 - 11:00] Role of Zero Trust in Security

[11:00 - 16:00] Accountability in Security Strategies

[16:00 - 21:00]  Research Wishlist: Metrics and Trust

[21:00 - 25:00] Long-Term Industry Observations

Tune in to learn how to shift from a prevention mindset to one of resilience and adaptability in an ever-changing digital world!

The Monday Microsegment for the week of June 9th. All the cybersecurity news you need to stay ahead, from Illumio's The Segment podcast.

• A North Korean ransomware campaign is playing for keeps.
• A rose by any other name smells as sweet. But would malware by a standardized name be as leet?
• And is CISA’s brain drain a crisis in the making?

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The Monday Microsegment for the week of June 2nd. All the cybersecurity news you need to stay ahead, from Illumio's The Segment podcast.

• AI-powered cyberthreats are scaling fast
• Victoria's Secret remains hush-hush about security issue that triggered a website shutdown
• And U.S. banks are pushing back on breach disclosure rules

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The Monday Microsegment for the week of May 26th. All the cybersecurity news you need to stay ahead, from Illumio's The Segment podcast.

• U.S. cyber defense faces budget cuts — just as threats are ramping up.
• A ransomware attack hamstrings a major healthcare network.
• And the Justice Department charges dozens in two global malware takedowns.

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In a world where cybercrime is a business and national security secrets are often hidden in plain sight, this episode uncovers the gripping intersection of espionage and cybersecurity. Brian Boetig, a national security and public safety expert with 35 years of experience spanning the FBI, CIA, U.S. diplomacy, law enforcement, and consulting, shares fascinating stories from his career, including an unexpected brush with Russian intelligence, all thanks to a dachshund. 

In this episode we also discuss:

• The evolution of spycraft, from traditional field operations to modern cyber warfare
• How cybercrime has transformed into a full-fledged business model
• Insights into decoding behavioral patterns in cyberattacks
• The complexities of cyber insurance and its limitations
• How businesses may be relying on cyber insurance in the wrong ways
• Examine how leadership engagement in cybersecurity has evolved
• Highlight the critical role the C-suite plays in driving security initiatives

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The Monday Microsegment for the week of May 19th. All the cybersecurity news you need to stay ahead, from Illumio's The Segment podcast.

- Japan’s cyber defense is going on the offense

- Scattered Spider crawls its way to the U.S. after UK crime spree.

- And Spain reconsiders whether cyberattacks caused last month’s national blackout

And Christer Swartz us for "Boos and Bravos."

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In this eye-opening episode of The Segment, we welcome Brett Johnson—once known as the "Original Internet Godfather" and a former U.S. Most Wanted cybercriminal. Now a reformed expert, Brett works to help law enforcement and organizations stay ahead of digital threats.

Together, we explore the chilling reality of modern cyber threats, deepfake technology, and the manipulation of perception in an increasingly digital world. Brett shares his insights on why “the perception of reality is more important than reality itself,” how AI is fueling new forms of deception, and why personal relationships and trust are more critical than ever in cybersecurity.

In this episode we also discuss:

• Why defenders continue to fall short
• The biggest misconceptions about cybercriminals
• Why billion-dollar security budgets aren’t enough
• The role of regulations in shaping cybersecurity culture
• Why most cyberattacks succeed due to simple oversights, not sophisticated tactics
• How organizations can force attackers to adapt by closing common security gaps
• The importance of layered security and data-driven threat detection

Stay Connected with our host, Raghu on LinkedIn

For more information about Illumio, check out our website at illumio.com 

The Monday Microsegment for the week of May 12th. All the cybersecurity news you need to stay ahead, from Illumio's The Segment podcast.

• Simple mistakes are leading to serious OT security issues
• Did Samsung issue a sour patch for a server vulnerability last year?
• And malware is masquerading as an AI media tool

And John Kindervag joins us for "Ask the Expert."

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The Monday Microsegment for the week of May 5th. All the cybersecurity news you need to stay ahead, from Illumio's The Segment podcast.

• The White House warns China: If you hack us, we may hack back.
• UK retailers are under siege — and one ransomware gang is taking credit.
• And stolen passwords are leading to millions of account takeovers.

And Gary Barlet joins us for a special segment on live on the RSAC show floor. 

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