Guest: D. Greg Scott, Principal Technical Account Manager at Red Hat [@RedHat]

On Linkedin | https://www.linkedin.com/in/dgregscott/

On Twitter | https://twitter.com/DGregScott

Website | https://www.dgregscott.com/

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Host: Sean Martin, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining CyberSecurity Podcast [@RedefiningCyber]

On ITSPmagazine | https://www.itspmagazine.com/itspmagazine-podcast-radio-hosts/sean-martin

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Episode Notes

On this episode of 'Redefining CyberSecurity,' our host, Sean Martin, engages in an enlightening conversation with IT veteran and author, D. Greg Scott. Greg provides valuable insights from his journey in technology and cybersecurity, revealing how the seemingly innocuous act of not updating systems can lead to substantial financial damage. Using engaging stories that mirror real-world incidents, Greg delves into his novels 'Bullseye Breach' and 'Virus Bomb,' underlining the educational potential of the fiction genre in cybersecurity.

Together, they explore how these narratives can play a pivotal role in transforming perspectives about IT and cyber preparedness, emphasizing the urgent transition of viewing IT not only as an expense but a crucial business asset. The profound human and financial costs of failing to prioritize cybersecurity are brought to the fore, serving as a wake-up call for awareness and action. Greg also gives a sneak peek into his upcoming novel 'Trafficking You', yet another compelling narrative marrying the realms of technology and reader-engaging fiction.

Tune in for a unique blend of thrilling storytelling and critical cybersecurity learnings.

Key Insights:

The importance of updating and patching systems in cybersecurity
The role of storytelling in effectively conveying cybersecurity concepts and threats
The real-world consequences of cybersecurity breaches, including the potential for loss of life