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Dennis Underwood, a cybersecurity expert and CEO of Cyber Crucible, joins the show to discuss a variety of topics ranging from his experiences in Pittsburgh to the intricacies of cybersecurity. He delves deep into the technical aspects and importance of cybersecurity. He explains how Cyber Crucible's autonomous software works to prevent data breaches in real-time, even preventing hackers from executing malware.

Our conversation also touches on the evolution of hacking tactics, the importance of multifactor authentication, the value of cyber insurance, and practical security tips for businesses.

We discussed the increasingly professional structure of hacking organizations, compared various cybersecurity solutions, and explored some notable cyberattacks, including ransomware incidents. The episode wraps up with a focus on the human element in cybersecurity and the critical role of preparation and proper planning in preventing cyber threats.

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00:00 Introduction

01:01 Cyber Crucible Product Overview

02:33 Explaining Cyber Crucible

04:49 Comparing Cybersecurity Products

06:26 Hacker Techniques and Evolution

19:37 Influencers and Cybersecurity

26:32 Exploring Insurance for Online Marketplaces

27:13 Underwriting and Due Diligence in Insurance

29:10 Cybersecurity Threats: NotPetya and Ransomware

31:31 Ransomware Negotiations and Hacker Motivations

35:01 Suspicious Ransom Payments and Company Involvement

40:26 Targeted Hacks and Executive Protection

46:31 Practical Security Tips for Businesses

52:17 Connecting with Dennis Underwood and Crowdfunding

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Questions about cyber insurance? Email [email protected]

Get the 14 Steps to protect your data here: https://c3insurance.com/secure-your-companys-data/

Co-Host: Mike Dowdy, Cloud Solutions Consultant at RapidScale

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Questions about cloud security? Email [email protected]

www.rapidscale.net

Special Guest: Dennis Underwood, CEO of Cyber Crucible

LinkedIn / https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennis-underwood/

Cyber Crucible / https://www.cybercrucible.com/

See you next time. #cybersecurity #ransomware #ransomwarerewind

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