Threat Vector by Palo Alto Networks Frenemies With Benefits
Jul 17, 2025
Michael Daniel, President and CEO of the Cyber Threat Alliance, brings over two decades of public sector cybersecurity experience. He and Michael Sikorski explore how competing entities can collaborate in the cybersecurity arena. The discussion highlights the importance of real-time threat intelligence sharing, especially post-WannaCry. They delve into the ethical aspects of vulnerability disclosure and the evolving trust in public-private partnerships. Tune in for valuable insights on overcoming collaboration challenges to improve global cyber defenses.
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WannaCry Collaborative Breakthrough
- During WannaCry, CTA members quickly realized no email vector was involved.
- This cooperative insight helped redirect the investigation effectively.
Barriers to Cyber Collaboration
- Technical infrastructure is a small barrier compared to cultural and legal hurdles in sharing threat intel.
- Sharing needs prioritization, often requiring executive mandates to overcome friction.
CTA's Unique Industry Role
- CTA acts like an ISAC specific to cybersecurity companies sharing high-volume technical data.
- Governments are partners but not direct CTA members to preserve private sector autonomy.