Cyber Security Headlines Week in Review: Data breach impact study, US weighs TP-Link ban, BeyondTrust cyberattack
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Dec 20, 2024 
Bethany De Lude, CISO at The Carlyle Group, dives into the surge of data breaches and their lasting impacts on businesses. She highlights the pressing challenges faced by CISOs, particularly the evolving security landscape and risks tied to identity security. The conversation touches on the national security concerns surrounding TP-Link and the threats of zero-day exploits. De Lude also discusses the importance of upgrading hardware in critical infrastructure and addresses online scam terminology, focusing on empathy for victims.
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Business Impact of Data Breaches
- Data breaches cause operational disruptions, legal risks, and declining sales due to lost customer trust.
- Companies must adapt their security strategies to avoid falling behind and mitigate these risks.
Dangers of Healthcare Data Breaches
- Healthcare data breaches disrupt access to care and expose personal information, leading to identity theft.
- These breaches are becoming increasingly common and can have severe consequences beyond medical record exposure.
BeyondTrust Cyberattack
- BeyondTrust, a privileged access management company, suffered a cyberattack highlighting the vulnerability of identity security.
- The attack involved compromised API keys and potential breaches of downstream customers.