Matthew Van Andel

Matthew Van Andel, a software engineering manager at Disney, shares his startling experience with a cyberattack that unraveled his life. He accidentally downloaded a trojan horse from an AI tool, exposing not just his personal data but also Disney's sensitive information. Van Andel dives into the chaos that ensued, revealing the shocking impact on his career, including wrongful termination. He discusses the pressing need for better cybersecurity measures and reflects on the emotional toll of facing public scrutiny amid a corporate crisis.