Cyber Security Headlines Week in Review: ClickFake deepfake scam, Krispy Kreme breach, NIST ZTA guidance
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Jun 20, 2025 Howard Holton, COO and industry analyst at GigaOM, discusses the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. He highlights the ethical responsibilities of service providers in safeguarding applications against deepfake scams and phishing threats. The conversation also delves into NIST’s zero trust architecture guidance and the need for accountability in healthcare data management. They underline the critical measures needed to protect journalists from cyber threats and the ethical implications of the Krispy Kreme data breach, stressing the importance of maintaining customer trust.
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Risks in SMS 2FA Supply Chain
- SMS 2FA codes passing through third-party services create dangerous supply chain vulnerabilities.
- Ethical service responsibility and accountability are critical to prevent misuse and breaches.
Zero Trust Needs Policy Focus
- Prioritize policy and culture change over solely relying on technology for zero trust architecture.
- Continuous enforcement and rollout of policies is essential alongside phased deployment.
Protect Journalists Cybersecurity
- Boost journalists' cybersecurity with frameworks tailored for ease of use without turning them into security experts.
- Encourage collective efforts and potential government funding to strengthen press freedom by protecting journalists.