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Optimizing Security Operations with DirectDefense

We recently released a threat report, offering insights on managed services, threat hunting, and customer requirements. But intelligence only goes so far, organizations can best benefit from tailored alerts based on their needs, argues Jim Broome, president and CTO. Listen to the interview on CISO Series.

EP 39: Hacking Water Systems and the OT Skills Gap

A skills gap in OT security could have a real effect on your water supply and other areas of the critical infrastructures. Hear what CSO Christopher Walcutt said on Error Code Podcast about how the IT/OT convergence, and the lack of understanding of what OT systems are, could be contributing to water systems attacks in… Read more »

A Deep Dive Into the Economics and Tactics of Modern Ransomware Threat Actors

In this article, president and CTO Jim Broome discusses evolving cybercriminal tactics, such as targeting infrastructure over endpoints and using generative AI to bypass traditional defenses. Incidents like the MGM Resorts breach show the growing impact of these attacks. As AI-driven threats rise, cybersecurity spending is expected to increase by over 15% through 2025 to… Read more »

ICYMI: What’s Buzzing in the MSP Space

MSP Today takes a look at reports that give a better understanding of what is happening on the field against cyber threats, and what MSPs can offer to continue to assist their clients. Read the article here.

Spotlight Podcast: OT Is Under Attack. Now What?

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.

Unseen Challenges in OT Security with DirectDefense

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 »

Spotlight Podcast: CSO Chris Walcutt on Managing Third Party OT Risk

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.

Runtime Roundtable May 2024: Security

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.

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