Telling YOUR Story Within Your Organization

02/26/25 • 27 min

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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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.