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DOGEgeddon: The cyber crisis hiding in plain sight.

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Feb 12, 2025
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Gianna Whitver
Gianna Whitver, co-host of the Breaking Through in Cybersecurity Marketing podcast, shares her insights on pressing cyber threats. The discussion includes concerns over the potential cyberattack tied to DOGE and updates on a new national cyber director nomination. They delve into a North Korean laptop farm case and emphasize the urgent need for better cybersecurity strategies within government systems. Whitver also highlights innovative marketing tactics and the role of community building in cybersecurity.
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INSIGHT

DOGE as Cyberattack

  • Elon Musk's Doge team is considered a cyberattack due to unchecked internal access.
  • This access has exposed sensitive data and weakened national cybersecurity.
ADVICE

Mitigating DOGE Damage

  • Revoke unauthorized access, restore security protocols, and conduct rigorous audits.
  • Without these steps, the U.S. government risks long-term damage to essential systems.
INSIGHT

Ivanti Vulnerability

  • Ivanti disclosed a critical vulnerability in its Connect Secure product.
  • This flaw allows remote attackers to execute code, so users should update immediately.
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