Mark Bassingthwaighte

Mark Bassingthwaighte, National Risk Manager at ALPS Corporation, brings over 27 years of expertise in cybersecurity and risk management specifically for legal professionals. He shares crucial tips to avoid massive losses from cyber threats, including business email compromise and wire fraud. Mark emphasizes the necessity of mandatory social engineering training and secure communication practices for hybrid work. He warns against the escalating risks from AI and highlights the importance of proactive engagement and collaboration in the risk management field.

In this episode, Sharon Nelson and John Simek talk to Mark Bassingthwaighte, a cybersecurity expert, about the bad tech habits of law firms. They discuss the growing threat of cyber attacks, the importance of proactive cybersecurity, and the need for ongoing social engineering awareness training. They also highlight the cost-effectiveness of training compared to potential losses from network breaches.