Risk and Reels: A Cybersecurity Podcast

• Silent Risk - How Do We Figure Out What We Don't Know?

  In this episode of Risk and Reels, Jeffrey Wheatman (interviewing himself!) dives into the concept of the 'silent breach'—cybersecurity exposures that organizations don’t realize exist until it’s too late. He explores real-world examples of major supply chain vulnerabilities and the challenges of visibility in today’s digital ecosystem. Wheatman also discusses how organizations can improve risk assessment and response strategies to mitigate the cascading effects of hidden threats.

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• Telling YOUR Story Within Your Organization

  In this episode (throwback to Black Hat 2024), Jeffrey talks to Munish Walther-Puri, Adjunct Fellow at NYU Center for Global Affairs. Jeffrey and Munish discuss exploring real-life challenges through fantasy and science fiction movies, allowing us to think through the more "uncomfortable" topics in a comfortable space. Have you heard of a "pirate unicorn?" Doubtful. Listen to episode 80 to find out.  

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• The Concerning Impact of Cybersecurity on National Security

  In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Dr. David Bray, PhD, who shares his extensive background in cybersecurity, national security and technology in the public sector. The conversation explores the accurate portrayal of cybersecurity in movies, the challenges of supply chain security, and the importance of deep hardware interrogation to ensure the integrity of technology. Dr. Bray emphasizes the need for proactive measures in cybersecurity and the significance of understanding the perception of reality in the context of social engineering and national security. They also dig into the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, focusing on the challenges posed by compromised hardware, the rise of scams and ransomware and the dynamics between government and non-state actors. The conversation also touches on the implications of generative AI in cybersecurity and emphasize the need for proactive measures and innovative solutions to address these threats.

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• Meet an Attorney Who Keeps CISOs Out of Legal Hot Water

  In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Steven Teppler, a partner at Mandelbaum Barrett and the lead of the firm's Privacy and Cybersecurity practice group. Steve is an ISACA-certified Certified Data Privacy Solutions Engineer (CDPSE) and the firm's chief cybersecurity legal officer. They discuss sci-fi movies and the intersection of cybersecurity and law — focusing on the evolving role of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and the legal implications they face. They also explore the increasing legal exposure for CISOs, the complexities of downstream liability and the importance of defensibility in cybersecurity practices.

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• Addressing Cybersecurity’s Education and Engagement Challenges

  In this episode, Jeffrey talks to Lisa Plaggemier, Executive Director of the National Cybersecurity Alliance. They discuss their favorite movie-based educators, the importance of cybersecurity awareness, the challenges in measuring its effectiveness and the need for engaging educational content. 

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