Thoughts From the Edge: Leveraging a Hacker Mindset

Ann talks with security expert and co-founder of Veracode, Chris Wysopal about the changing scale and stakes of hacks. Their conversation delves into how cybercriminals monetize attacks, the rise of attacks by nation states, and what hacktivists are up to these days. They also look at vulnerabilities in election infrastructure in the U.S. through the lens of vendor expectations and supply chain security. Hear Ann and Chris' perspectives on the main types, motivations, and targets of threat actors and how governments and organizations can tailor their security strategy to the threats they face. Resources:   L0phtCrack  L0pht Heavy Industries testimony before the U.S. Senate Committee on Governmental Affairs, 1998 View Chris Wysopal on LinkedIn View Ann Johnson on LinkedIn Related: Listen to: Security Unlocked Listen to: Security Unlocked: CISO Series with Bret Arsenault  Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson is produced by Microsoft and distributed as part of The CyberWire Network.