Thursday Aug 29, 2024

The Futurum Group’s Krista Case on the Importance of Resilience in Cybersecurity (Black Hat Edition)

In our latest episode of the Future of Threat Intelligence podcast, Krista Case, Research Director of Cybersecurity at The Futurum Group. Krista shares insights from recent research revealing that 50% of organizations plan to adopt new cybersecurity vendors in 2024, highlighting the evolving threat landscape and the expanding attack surface that organizations face today. 

 

Krista also emphasizes the importance of resilience and strategic thinking for CISOs, providing valuable guidance on how to effectively address key vulnerabilities and stay ahead of cyber adversaries. 

 

Topics discussed:

  • The critical need for innovation in cybersecurity to address evolving threat vectors and expanding attack surfaces.  
  • How cybersecurity is now a board-level concern, driven by increasing cyberattacks making headlines and raising organizational awareness.  
  • Why advanced threat hunting capabilities are essential for organizations to keep pace with malicious attackers and enhance security posture.  
  • The importance of resiliency and focusing on recovery and minimizing data loss from cyberattacks and other outages.  
  • The value of independent research and peer connections for CISOs seeking third-party advice on cybersecurity solutions.  

 

Key Takeaways: 

  • Evaluate your current cybersecurity tool chain to identify gaps and opportunities for innovation in response to evolving threat vectors.  
  • Engage with board members to elevate cybersecurity as a critical organizational concern, ensuring alignment with business objectives.  
  • Implement advanced threat hunting capabilities to proactively identify and mitigate potential security risks before they escalate.  
  • Prioritize resiliency strategies that focus on recovery processes and minimizing data loss following cyberattacks or system outages.  
  • Connect with independent research firms to gain insights into the latest cybersecurity trends and effective solutions for your organization.  
  • Participate in peer advisory groups or forums to share experiences and strategies with other CISOs facing similar cybersecurity challenges.  
  • Adopt a strategic approach to cybersecurity by identifying key vulnerabilities that align with your organization’s overall business goals.  
  • Monitor industry developments and emerging technologies to stay informed about innovative solutions that can enhance your security posture.  


If you’re interested in Team Cymru’s latest research, download our “Voice of a Threat Hunter 2024” report here: https://www.team-cymru.com/voth2.0

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