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Congratulations to Tia Hopkins, Advocate Honoree with Cyversity! Tia has championed diversity and inclusion, creating pathways for underrepresented groups to enter and advance in cybersecurity. Through her work with organizations like Cyversity and Empow(H)er Cybersecurity, Tia has launched mentorship programs that empower the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. View Tia’s profile on SC Media: https://bit.ly/48Xkm5e #WomeninITSecurity #Advocate #Diversity #CyberSecurity #Honoree

Group-IB researchers observed the North Korean threat group Lazarus attempting to smuggle code using custom extended file attributes via a new macOS trojan called "RustyAttr." #cybersecurity #infosec #ITsecurity

As job applicants increasingly use AI to assist with applications, it has led to a surge in candidate impersonation and fraud, says Ping Identity's Darrell Geusz in this commentary. #cybersecurity #infosec #ITsecurity #AI

🤿 Diving Deep into the Realities of Cybersecurity Founders In the latest episode of Founder Stories, we sit down with Benny Lakunishok, CEO of Zero Networks, for a candid and illuminating conversation about the intense journey of a cybersecurity founder. Benny shares insights that cut to the core of what it really takes to build a startup in this challenging space, from finding the right people to navigating personal sacrifices and balancing relentless work hours. 💡 Key Takeaways from Benny's Story: 👥 People First: Benny emphasizes that success hinges on hiring top-notch people—those who resonate with the company’s vision and values. Any compromises on this front, he warns, could hold the company back. 🫣 Expect Unseen Challenges: Benny's story makes it clear that founding a startup isn’t glamorous; it's tough, often lonely, and can disrupt personal lives. Yet, he also shows that overcoming these challenges leads to invaluable growth and learning. 📋 Avoid the Temptation to Do It All: Whether it's resisting distractions or focusing on mission-critical tasks, Benny stresses the importance of prioritization. He advises founders to carefully manage their energy and delegate, even if that means wearing multiple hats in the early days. 🛜 Building a Network of Informal Advisors: Early on, a formal customer advisory board may be unnecessary, but Benny underscores the value of connecting with informal advisors for feedback and support. These relationships can make all the difference, especially when resources are limited. 👨🏻💻 Shaping Cybersecurity for Tomorrow: Zero Networks is pioneering “Prevention 2.0” in cybersecurity. According to Benny, the industry is shifting back toward a preventative approach as detection-based solutions alone have proven insufficient to keep intruders out. ✨ Don’t miss this powerful episode where we explore not just the technical but the human side of startup life in cybersecurity. 👉 Catch the full episode now: https://lnkd.in/eRqZ7zEQ #FounderStories #Cybersecurity #ZeroNetworks #StartUpLife #Leadership CyberRisk Alliance Security Weekly Productions SC Media LaunchTech Communications Allan Alford

Congratulations to DigiCert's Deepika Chauhan, Advocate Honoree, for her incredible leadership. Deepika has not only advanced DigiCert’s mission but also led initiatives to close the gender gap in cybersecurity, mentoring women across tech and cybersecurity fields. Her contributions to launching World Quantum Readiness Day underscore her commitment to education and inclusion in the face of evolving cyber threats. View Deepika’s profile on SC Media: https://bit.ly/3O8HxQo #WomeninITSecurity #Advocate #Diversity #CyberSecurity

Congratulations to Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta’s Ria Aiken for her impactful contributions as an Advocate Honoree! Ria champions diversity and inclusion, creating pathways and opportunities for women across cybersecurity through her mentorship and hands-on work with educational programs and nonprofits. View Ria’s profile on SC Media: https://bit.ly/3AG3anY #WomeninITSecurity #Advocate #Diversity #CyberSecurity

Organizations are stuck in a pattern of constantly playing catch-up with new threats, said Microsoft's Alex Weinert at Semperis' #HIPConf24. Defenders frequently have trouble convincing company executives of the merits of proactive measures. #cybersecurity #infosec #ITsecurity

Congratulations to the incredible Women in IT Security honorees in the Advocate category! Your commitment to championing cybersecurity and empowering others is truly inspiring. Thank you for your significant contributions to the industry and for paving the way for future leaders! Bindu Sundaresan Tia (Yatia) Hopkins Prathibha Muraleedhara Deepika Chauhan Ria Aiken Check out the Advocate honorees here: https://bit.ly/48RY8BG #WomeninITSecurity #Advocates #Honorees

Congrats to my friend and CyberRisk Collaborative rockstar Donna R. for being named a winner of the SC Media Women in IT awards for 2024. Donna is an amazing leader (FULL STOP!). https://lnkd.in/giy9WSkU

We need to look at every entity's single point of failure, identify systemic risk across entities, and then act to shore up the resiliency of critical operations, says Fortress Information Security's Alex Santos in this commentary. #cybersecurity #infosec #ITsecurity