Lisa Sotto, a partner at Hunton Andrews Kurth and chair of the firm’s global privacy and cybersecurity practice, offers an in-depth analysis of a lawyer’s role during a cyber-attack. Known as the “Queen of Breach,” Lisa explains how legal professionals manage confidentiality, coordinate forensic investigations, and handle ransomware negotiations.

She also outlines the essential steps companies should take immediately after a breach and discusses the complexities of ransom decisions and regulatory notification obligations.

Next, the conversation shifts to the tech side with Matt Berzinski, senior director at Ping Identity. He discusses the transformative impact of AI on cybersecurity, particularly in relation to the data breach. He warns about cybercriminals’ increasing use of AI for account takeovers and phishing attacks and envisions a future with passwordless authentication powered by technologies like passkeys and FIDO2 standards, which promise enhanced security and a smoother user experience.

This episode comprehensively examines the evolving cybersecurity landscape, blending expert legal advice with forward-looking insights into AI-driven security innovations. Don’t miss it!

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