Simo Kohonen of Defused

In this fascinating episode of Modern Cyber, Jeremy welcomes Simo Kohonen, founder and CEO of Defused, to delve into the fascinating world of cyber deception technology. Simo shares insights into how deception techniques have evolved beyond honeypots to encompass innovative methods for misleading attackers, including emulated decoys and synthetic data. They discuss AI's potential in accelerating both defensive strategies and attacker methodologies, emphasizing early detection and the creative use of deception to neutralize threats. Tune in to explore the past, present, and future of deception in cybersecurity.About Simo KohonenSimo Kohonen is the founder and CEO of Defused, a cutting-edge cyber deception company that empowers organizations to outsmart attackers. With a background in computer science, Simo has transitioned from warehouse work to becoming a leader in deception technology. He is a guest lecturer at Cranfield University’s Ministry of Defense Cyber Program and has been featured in media outlets such as The Wall Street Journal and Yahoo. Simo’s expertise lies in deploying innovative deception strategies to enhance situational awareness and protect digital infrastructures.https://defusedcyber.com/ https://x.com/simokohonen