Rick and Chris discuss the evolving cybersecurity landscape, with Chris emphasizing the role of AI in creating threats such as deep fake attacks. Chris also highlighted the impact of social media and fake news on trust and vulnerability. He noted that the younger generation's lives are increasingly documented online, making it easier for hackers to target them. Chris also mentioned his work in understanding human behavior and decision-making processes to prevent unsafe actions. Rick expressed interest in Chris's insights on recent evolutions in the cybersecurity landscape.

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Rick and Lou discuss the importance of incident response in cyber security. Lou explains that incident response is crucial for mid-market and enterprise organizations. He emphasizes the need for proactive training and preparation, using real-world examples to illustrate the significance of this approach. Rick then raises a question about the shift towards a more proactive posture in cyber security, highlighting that many people still rely on reactive measures like cyber security insurance policies and instant response retainers.

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Rick and Chris discuss the evolving landscape of cyber and IT, with a focus on AI and machine learning. Chris expresses his concerns about the increasing use of AI by cybercriminals and its potential for both cyber attack and defense. They both highlighted the importance of a robust cybersecurity strategy, including continuous monitoring, risk management, and employee training. Chris emphasizes the need for a more open approach to sharing information and solutions within the cybersecurity community to prevent attacks. They also discuss common misconceptions about cybersecurity, stressing that it's the responsibility of everyone in an organization to prevent potential threats.

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Ryan, a senior security analyst, stresses the importance of strategic planning and risk management in cybersecurity. He pointed out that many teams are bogged down by daily alerts, leaving little time for proactive measures. Ryan advocated for the use of managed detection and response services to focus on long-term strategies and highlighted the need for a balance between strong defense and offense. He also discussed the potential of AI and machine learning in managing and analyzing large amounts of data. In a more lighthearted moment, Ryan shared his fond childhood memories with the TRS-80 and Apple II and confirmed that he still enjoys playing retro games.

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Rick and Kevin discuss partnerships in the Managed Service Provider space, with a focus on the cyber insurance sector. Kevin revealed that his team is exploring a new channel within the Managed Service Provider space, due to the similar customer base. He emphasized the importance of affordable and accessible cyber insurance as a crucial component of an organization's risk management strategy for 2024 and beyond. He also highlighted the correlation between security solutions, cyber policy, and insurability, stating that cyber insurance should provide protection against threats that security tools cannot. Kevin stresses the significance of maintaining an active insurance policy and managing it to address new vulnerabilities.

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In todays episode Danny and Rick dive into the evolution of cybersecurity, focusing on the shift towards a Zero Trust model and the critical need for sensible controls like blocking unnecessary applications and limiting privileges. They emphasize how ThreatLockers innovative security solution effectively prevents ransomware, zero-day exploits, and other attacks by adopting a "deny-by-default" approach. Danny explains the importance of moving from a model of allowing everything to blocking everything unless explicitly permitted, making cybersecurity more accessible for everyone. They highlight the benefits of Zero Trust and robust hygiene practices in endpoint protection. Together, they stress the role of innovation and a proactive mindset in building stronger cybersecurity defenses.

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Rob discusses ThreatLockers's approach to cybersecurity, emphasizing a preventative rather than reactive strategy. He explains their tools are designed to block everything that isn't explicitly allowed to run, not just bad things. This approach, he argued, is particularly important in situations where legitimate tools can be misused. Rob clarifies the concept of "Zero Trust", which involves assuming a breach is inevitable and limiting access to only what's needed and its importance.

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Rick and Ryan discuss ThreatLocker's cybersecurity solutions, emphasizing proactive threat prevention and the importance of a strong security foundation. They explored the concept of 'zero trust' in cybersecurity and the challenges of managing threats, particularly those involving social engineering. The conversation also touched on Ryan's career journey and the evolution of cybersecurity practices in organizations.

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