This week, Ben speaks with John Anthony Smith, Founder and CSO at Fenix24, about why law firms are falling behind on recovery readiness as human-operated attacks continue to rise. Ben also shares insights on a hack impacting the federal court system, while Dave takes a look at a Michigan Supreme Court ruling on digital device fishing.
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Links to today's stories:
- 50% of Law Firms are Inadequately Prepared for a Ransomware Incident.
- Senator castigates federal judiciary for ignoring “basic cybersecurity”
- Fourth Amendment Victory: Michigan Supreme Court Reins in Digital Device Fishing Expeditions
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