UnHack (the News): Redefining Board Communication and Insurance Realities with George Pappas

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August 12, 2024: George Pappas, CEO of Intraprise Health joins Drex for the news. They explore Paul Connelly's advice on connecting with boards, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and understanding the business perspective. How do CISOs balance technical details with business language to effectively convey cybersecurity needs to the board? The conversation transitions to the implications of recent cybersecurity insurance challenges, especially in the wake of incidents like the CrowdStrike update issue. How can organizations prepare for the unexpected disruptions caused by both malicious and non-malicious events? Finally, they touch on the transformative potential of AI in cybersecurity, pondering the future role of AI assistants in reducing manual effort and enhancing risk assessment. Can AI truly alleviate the burden on cybersecurity professionals while maintaining accuracy and reliability?

Key Points:

• 01:18 Connecting with Your Board of Directors
• 09:34 Cyber Insurance and Risk Management
• 19:33 AI and Digital Assistants in Cybersecurity
• 23:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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• CrowdStrike losses may be biggest test yet of cybersecurity insurance risk warning from Warren Buffett
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• Connecting with your board of directors

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