In this episode of Data Security Decoded, Allison Wikoff, a 20-year cybersecurity veteran and threat intelligence expert, cuts through the noise and identifies some unique threats within today's security landscape. From the surprising shift toward exploiting old vulnerabilities to the reality of AI-powered attacks, discover why the fundamentals of cybersecurity matter more than ever. Whether you're a CISO navigating supply chain risks or a security analyst trying to separate hype from reality, this episode delivers practical intelligence from someone who tracks threats for a living.
• Understand why known vulnerabilities have become the dominant attack vector (even for criminal groups)
• Learn to identify and manage third-party risks before they become ransomware nightmares
• Discover the truth about AI attacks and why they're not as revolutionary as headlines suggest
• Get actionable steps to strengthen your security posture without massive budget increases
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AI-Driven Cyber Defense in Action: How AI Agents Are Saving SOC Analysts From Burnout
In this episode of Data Security Decoded, join Caleb Tolin as he sits down with Grant Oviatt, Head of Security Operations at Prophet Security, to explore the transformative impact of AI agents in SOC environments. From reducing false positives by 95% to dramatically improving incident response times, discover how AI is augmenting human analysts rather than replacing them. Whether you're a CISO looking to optimize your security operations or a SOC analyst concerned about AI's impact on your role, this episode offers practical insights into successfully implementing AI-driven security solutions while building trust in automated systems.
• Learn how AI agents handle tedious security tasks, freeing analysts for strategic work
• Explore real-world success stories of AI-powered threat detection and response
• Understand the critical balance between AI automation and human expertise
• Get practical steps for deploying AI agents in your SOC
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Making Generative AI Transparent
In this episode of Data Security Decoded, host Caleb Tolin sits down with Gabrielle Hibbert, a pioneering researcher developing a nutrition labeling system for generative AI tools. They explore how this innovative framework could transform transparency in AI, making complex privacy policies and data usage understandable for everyone from consumers to enterprise users. Whether you're implementing AI solutions in your organization or concerned about data privacy, this conversation offers valuable insights into creating better standards for AI transparency and user trust.
• Discover how video game design principles influence user-friendly AI documentation
• Learn why current privacy policies fail to protect consumers
• Explore the regulatory implications of standardized AI labeling
• Understand the challenges of keeping labels current with rapid AI advancement
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The State of Data Security: A Distributed Crisis
Welcome to the Data Security Decoded podcast by Rubrik Zero Labs. Join our host Caleb Tolin and Head of Rubrik Zero Labs Joe Hladik as they dive deep into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, from incident response to emerging threats. Joe shares insights from two decades of experience, including his work on high-profile cases like the SolarWinds breach, and breaks down the complex relationship between nation-state actors and cybercrime.
Learn about the challenges of data sprawl, identity management, and why treating identity as the new perimeter isn't as simple as it seems. Joe also shares insights into the new report from Rubrik Zero Labs, The State of Data Security: A Distributed Crisis. Whether you're a security practitioner or executive, this episode offers valuable perspectives on data security posture management and the future of threat detection.
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Data Weaponization: How Cyber Attacks Impact the Vulnerable
Welcome to the Data Security Decoded podcast by Rubrik Zero Labs. In this episode, our host Caleb Tolin speaks with Pavlina Pavlova, a researcher and cybersecurity advocate focused on data weaponization and its disproportionate impact on vulnerable populations. Pavlina defines data weaponization, explains how attacks on healthcare and critical infrastructure affect different populations unequally, and discusses how current policy frameworks fail to address gender dimensions. She also shares practical advice for under-resourced organizations to improve their cyber resilience despite limited funding, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation and responsible data collection practices.
Welcome to the Data Security Decoded podcast, brought to you by the good folks at Rubrik Zero Labs. The podcast is a journey to secure an uncertain future in data protection. Each episode seeks to educate the audience on cyber resilience and key cybersecurity issues in easy-to-understand and digestible language. We connect with business and thought leaders in the cybersecurity space to keep you abreast of the latest security trends and future-proof the security of your data. Come and join us on this journey.
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