Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Opening remarks and introductory presentation | Security debt is real, and ransomware is the collector

Join us for a presentation that delves into the critical issue of security debt and its profound impact on the escalating ransomware threat. As organizations strive to keep pace with rapidly evolving cybersecurity challenges, the accumulation of security debt—comprising of outdated systems, unpatched vulnerabilities, and legacy infrastructure—has become a pervasive problem, leaving enterprises vulnerable to ransomware attacks.

This presentation will provide a comprehensive examination of security debt and its implications for ransomware risk. We will explore how unchecked security debt creates fertile ground for ransomware actors, amplifying the likelihood and severity of successful attacks. Through insightful analysis and real-world examples, attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the interconnected relationship between security debt and the ransomware threat landscape.

Dave Lewis Paul Wagenseil
Panel Discussion | Ransomware resilience: Navigating challenges and building defenses

Join us for an insightful virtual panel discussion focused on the continuing and evolving threat of ransomware and the imperative strategies to combat it effectively. In recent years, ransomware attacks have surged, posing significant challenges to organizations of all sizes and industries. Led by cybersecurity experts and industry leaders, this panel will provide a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted challenges associated with ransomware, from evolving attack vectors to the devastating impacts on businesses and communities.
 

Julian Mihai Dave Lewis Mea Clift
CRA Business Intelligence study takeaways: Ransomware

Dive into the realm of ransomware with CRA Business Intelligence producers Bill Brenner and Paul Wagenseil as they dissect the latest findings from their comprehensive study. Uncover the evolving tactics of ransomware attacks, examine the responses and defenses deployed by security teams, and discover the anticipated investments aimed at fortifying organizations against ransomware threats in the coming year.

Bill Brenner
Insurance coverage for ransomware: What you need to know

Cyber insurance is more important than ever in light of ransomware attacks. It's also harder than ever to get the coverage you need. In this fireside chat, we'll explore the latest hurdles and guidance, including:

  • Carriers have shifted from focusing on post-breach solutions, to pre & post-breach solutions. Not just solutions, but which pre-breach solutions have the greatest impact
  • Insurance is being tailored to meet the needs of the clients; the support that we are providing to our customers, clients have valued the access to services. What has changed is the sophistication of those services that carriers can offer their clients.
  • Ransomware is an economy.  While victims and their carriers are evolving their models, the threat actors are also evolving their tactics so they can keep making money.
  • Ransom attacks shifting from just disabling servers to disable business, but data exfiltration and exposure, affecting more of the CIA triad we work to protect. And they don’t just affect direct accounts, but third party/supply chain connections as well.
  • Best Practices for Ransomware resilience with the attack focus shifting, and general ways to look at maturing your org in the face of that.
Mea Clift