CyberWire Daily

Get to patching: Patch Tuesday updates.

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May 14, 2025
Neil Hare-Brown, CEO of STORM Guidance, dives into the urgent world of Cyber Incident Response. He discusses the crucial updates from Patch Tuesday, warning of vulnerabilities in power inverters and Intel CPUs. Neil sheds light on the financial aftermath of cyberattacks, including a UK retailer's hefty insurance claim. He also emphasizes the evolving nature of the CVE program and the necessity for a holistic incident response strategy that includes legal support and crisis management. It's a must-listen for anyone concerned about cybersecurity!
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ADVICE

Cyber Incident Response Preparation

  • Prepare cyber incident response plans separating strategic management from technical teams.
  • Exercise the plan regularly and include forensic preparedness for effective evidence preservation.
INSIGHT

Trauma in Cyber Incident Response

  • Cyber incident impact extends beyond technical teams to legal, PR, and trauma counseling.
  • Unaddressed trauma post-incident may cause key staff to leave organizations shortly after.
ADVICE

MSPs Role and Conflict Considerations

  • Clarify roles of managed service providers in incident recovery and investigation beforehand.
  • Be cautious of conflicts of interest when MSPs conduct investigations into incidents.
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