Ed Bruce

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Excellent panel discussion. Some highlights: 1. Build human error into your programs - people are going to make mistakes. We must plan with that expectation in mind. 2. Threats come from all over! Elena was on an indian restaurant site which had been compromised and it attempted to install malware on her device but it was blocked 3. AI will shrink the time from vulnerability discovery to a working POC. AI generated code can greatly increase speed. 4. Data stored by third parties should be encrypted so that a compromise of the third party (increasingly common) does not expose your data. #cybersecurity

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If you're in the CT area, register for the next Cloud Security Alliance Hartford chapter event: Fueling Cloud Governance with NIST 2.0 and Posture Management. great topic and great location to boot! https://lnkd.in/exZDNPN

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I’m so excited to be available to small and medium businesses looking to implement #privacybydesign and #securitybydesign as one of many SMEs who can be leveraged through Zatik Security's fractional security model. But #SMBs won’t be able to shift the insecure tech landscape *all* of us are operating in on their own. As this year’s #DBIR (available at verizon.com/dbir) stated in its introduction of the #supplychain #interconnection metric on page 13, “calculated a supply chain interconnection influence in 15% of the breaches [they] saw... [representing a] 68% year-over-year growth.” Then on page 14, just as Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, 👑 Kymberlee Price, Joshua Corman, and countless others, including myself, have said: “As much as we can argue that the software developers are also victims when vulnerabilities are disclosed in their software and sure, they are), the incentives might not be aligned properly for those developers to handle this seemingly interminable task [of remediating every vulnerability]. These quality control failures can disproportionately affect the customers who use this software... This metric ultimately represents a failure of community resilience and a recognition of how organizations depend on each other.” The writers go on to say, “We recommend that organizations start looking at ways of making better choices so as not to reward the weakest links in the chain... we believe the only way through is to find ways to hold repeat offenders accountable and reward resilient software and services with our business.” The fact of the matter is, the only organizations capable of doing this across the supply chain are the Big Players (with BIG contracts) in highly regulated industries—especially Finance and TeleCom—who can *both*  1) hire the talent required to really dig in to the evidence of their vendors’ security posture, and   2) then throw the weight of those BIG contracts around to incentivize substantive improvement. Demand to see vulnerability scans. Demand to see FULL #pentest and #BCDR results, not whatever watered down summary they’re going to offer you. You’re the only ones who can. I sat on one side of that table (I wrote those summaries), and I’d *love* to sit on the other. If your company is serious about #supplychainsecurity, #securesoftwaredevelopment, and exceeding the minimum that is “compliant,” let’s talk. I believe in building better I know how to architect, implement, and communicate systems deserving of trust (and how to evaluate and determine systems undeserving of trust). The only way we can turn the tables on bad actors is together, by shifting all three points of the Technology Ecosystem Triangle—Supply, Demand, and Regulation/Oversight-- together. So in the wise words of Bender, let's gooo alreaddayyyy. 😎

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NYM and FW SIM members, come join me, • Robert Field, Matthew Lagana and others this Thursday, June 20th @ noon for a Virtual Cyber Strategy Summit. Are you ready for today's attacks? What about tomorrows? Join SIM New York Metro and SIM Fairfield/Westchester as we embark on a collaborative journey to explore today’s hottest cybersecurity topics including: -​Ransomware and Extortion Attacks ​-Supply Chain Risk ​-Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Cybersecurity ​-Regulatory Compliance ​-Cybersecurity Skills Gap and Talent Shortage ​Each topic will have in its own breakout room, which will be facilitated by a peer with deep experience in the area. Come prepared to question, share, and learn from one another. ​About SIM Virtual Strategy Summits ​SIM Virtual Strategy Summits are an opportunity for SIM members to share strategies, initiatives, solutions, case studies, and questions with peers. Each summit will have a topical theme and a lightly facilitated, highly interactive format in which everyone can participate. Don't miss this unique opportunity to be at the forefront of shaping the future of your organization and the wider SIM community. Register here: https://lu.ma/feud97ko

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Looking forward to speaking about GenAI rollouts, esp Microsoft Copilot and the need for Data Security Governance at the Hartford Cybersecurity summit June 25 https://lnkd.in/gM9KEHzd Link above if you want to register. Hope to see you there #concentricai #dspm #datasecurity #genai #datagovernance

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If you are at NY State Cyber Security conference come to my talk tomorrow to learn about protecting every app and api everywhere. #nyscyber #f5 #waap #apisecurity

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Looking forward to the panel discussion on this important topic.

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With #ransomware attacks costing the average SMB over $3M, what steps has your organization taken to mitigate this insidious threat?

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Strong cybersecurity isn't just a necessity—it's a cornerstone for building customer trust and driving business growth. Here are three things you can do to help strengthen your cybersecurity posture: 💡 Transparent Privacy Policies: Clearly communicate how you protect customer data. Transparency builds trust, showing customers that you prioritize their privacy. 💡 Invest in Reliable Security Tools: Use reputable cybersecurity tools and regularly update them. This ensures your systems are protected against the latest threats, enhancing customer confidence. 💡 Prompt Incident Response: Have a plan in place for quick and effective responses to any security incidents. Demonstrating your ability to handle issues swiftly reassures customers and minimizes potential damage. Take the first step in securing your business today! Follow this link to Book a FREE cybersecurity consultation with us: https://www.oramca.com/ #OramCybersecurityAdvisors #CyberAttack #SlowComputer #CyberSecurity #ComputerBreach #DataBreach

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Join cybersecurity experts Bryan Hornung, Reginald Andre, and Randy Bryan in this week’s episode of Security Squawk! 🚨 We'll be discussing the latest ransomware incidents affecting Ascension, Montclair, NJ, and Wichita, KS. Learn about the rise of Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) and dive into CISA’s recent advisory on this growing threat. Discover how implementing Zero Trust Architecture and investing in cyber insurance can protect your organization. Stay informed about the emerging cyber threats of 2024 and gain insights into proactive measures to safeguard your systems. Don’t miss this crucial discussion on protecting your business from cyber attacks. 📅 Tune in live and join the conversation! #SecuritySquawk #CyberSecurity #Ransomware #ZeroTrust #CyberInsurance #LiveStream

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Interesting article I was reading this morning: https://lnkd.in/eQPFtXtb “The cybersecurity program is on top of a separate FCC program that's designed to narrow the gap between Internet haves and have nots. The FCC's Learn Without Limits program looks to ensure high-speed internet connectivity in all schools and libraries, but also Wi-Fi on school buses, in Tribal communities and other areas off the school campus.” “Schools and public libraries could be the next frontier for cyberattacks and security issues. This effort comes on the heels of relatively recent and ongoing ransomware and cybersecurity hacks on business and industry.” #cybersecurity #nextfrontier

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