Michela Menting

David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Palo Alto Networks, leads a discussion with Qiang Huang Chung hwang and Michela Menting, both experts in cybersecurity and OT security. They delve into the identification of a key member of Evil Corp and the implications for global ransomware. The conversation explores rising threats to Operational Technology, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced security in critical infrastructure. Additionally, they cover the dual-edged effects of AI on cybersecurity, shedding light on recent advancements in machine learning.

Cheng Huan, VP of Product Management at Palo Alto Networks, and Michela Menting, Senior Research Director at ABI Research, dive into the urgent challenges of Operational Technology (OT) security. They discuss how digital transformation has heightened vulnerabilities to ransomware and nation-state attacks. The conversation highlights the immediate and long-term financial impacts of OT breaches, and the pressing need for collaboration between IT and OT teams. The experts advocate for proactive security measures and comprehensive visibility to safeguard critical infrastructure in an increasingly digital world.