Paul Roberts interviewed DirectDefense CSO Chris Walcutt about the rising cyber threats facing operational technology (OT). They talk about how the industry is responding, including the growing role of government, ISACs and MSSPs in helping shore up the security of critical infrastructure. Listen now on Security Ledger.

Compared to IT, OT systems are often misunderstood and mishandled. There’s a reason for this: OT carries many unique challenges, such as the inability to use standard IT protections like antivirus and the use of different communication protocols. Listen to what DirectDefense CISO Chris Walcutt has to say about the important role of visibility in… Read more »

Paul Roberts interviewed Chris Walcutt of DirectDefense about the rising cyber threats facing operational technology. They discussed how organizations that manage OT – including critical infrastructure owners – are being targeted by sophisticated cyber actors and the strategies best suited to manage increased cyber risks to OT environments. Listen now on Security Ledger.

Despite some recent gains by law enforcement, ransomware remains a pernicious problem for companies large and small. How should companies manage ransomware threats? Here’s how Jim Broome, President and CTO, advises organizations to prepare for ransomware attacks. Read what Jim and 7 other industry experts had to say in Runtime.

DirectDefense offers valuable insights into the world of threat intelligence through a candid conversation with Jim Broome, President and CTO of DirectDefense. In a discussion with Sean Martin, they delved into the nuances of IT and OT convergence, network segmentation, multi-factor authentication, and the findings of DirectDefense’s 2023 Security Operations Threat Report. Listen to the… Read more »

The past two years have witnessed an unprecedented surge in the adoption of generative artificial intelligence (AI) across various industries. And while this presents new efficiencies, with these benefits come significant security concerns. The widespread integration of AI applications increases the risk of data breaches and intellectual property theft, while also expanding organizations’ vulnerability to… Read more »

In a recent episode recorded live at RSA Conference, an insightful discussion unfolded between Sean Martin and Chris Walcutt on the intersection of operational technology and cybersecurity. The conversation looks into the challenges, insights, and best practices surrounding these vital areas of technology. Listen to the podcast recorded on location at RSA Conference 2024 on… Read more »

This interview will explore the critical role that MSSPs play in safeguarding health data and systems against potential security incidents, such as ransomware and business email compromise attacks. Jim Broome will share how to proactively prepare for an incident – including establishing a comprehensive incident response plan, outlining strategies for containment, restoration, and ongoing security… Read more »

In this Spotlight episode of the Security Ledger podcast, Paul Roberts interviews Jim Broome, President and CTO of DirectDefense. Jim and Paul talk about the findings of DirectDefense’s latest Security Operations Threat Report and dig into the intriguing ways artificial intelligence is shaping both cyberattack and defense automation strategies. Listen to the podcast on Security… Read more »

In 2023, the healthcare industry faced its toughest year, with over 124 million health records breached in a total of 725 hacking incidents. Here are DirectDefense President and CTO Jim Broome’s five tips healthcare organizations can take to prepare for ransomware and business email compromise attacks. Read the article on HIT Consultant.