S24 Ep3: Geopolitical Conflict: Are CISOs ready to tackle the impact?

Today’s episode is the first of two interviews with Steve Durbin in discussion with journalist Nick Witchell. Today they discuss cybersecurity in the current geopolitical moment. Steve looks at the current security landscape in that context, and touches on how security leaders can help guide their organisations in these turbulent times. Key Takeaways: 1. Boards and CISOs need to be ready to step in with the necessary mitigation measures when increased cyber risks manifest themselves and when they are related to geopolitical tensions. 2. Social media presents real advantages, but when it comes to information, users must diligently consider the source. 3. Business leaders have many opportunities to learn from one another and gain supports as they move into the future. Tune in to hear more about: 1. Nick Witchell asks Steve Durbin about companies’ overall readiness to address cyber risks in a global context. (4:07) 2. Steve Durbin reflects on misinformation and disinformation in the age of social media. (7:19) 3. Where business leaders can find support. (11:00) Standout Quotes: 1.  “There is, I think, probably two things that give me real comfort that we're moving in the right direction. The first thing is that there is an understanding now in the boardroom, that these things are material, and that they have to pay attention to them. And secondly, there is an enthusiasm in the boardroom to be involved in that, because they understand the implications on the things that they measure: risk, market cap, shareholders, and so on. So I think we're in probably a much better place to deal with some of these challenges this year than perhaps when we last spoke 12 months ago.” - Steve Durbin 2. “Personally, what I like to do is to take a number of different data points. So don't become over reliant on one particular feed, because again, within the social media space, if you think about it, you tend to lead always to people who are perhaps of a similar mind to yourself. And I think in the sorts of times that we're in at the moment, it's very important for everybody to try and get a balanced perspective, a balanced view.” - Steve Durbin 3. “ I think if I were to sum up the major role of the ISF at the moment, it's in that one word, support.” - Steve Durbin Mentioned in this episode: Threat Intelligence: React and prepare Rehearsing Your Cyber Incident Response Capability During Periods of Instability CISOs Role During Periods of Instability ISF Analyst Insight Podcast Read the transcript of this episode Subscribe to the ISF Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts Connect with us on LinkedIn and Twitter From the Information Security Forum, the leading authority on cyber, information security, and risk management.