Evolving Cyber Threat Landscape: From Mobile Apps to Social Engineering

Explore the evolving cyber threat landscape in this 28-minute conference talk by Steve Wright, CEO and Partner at Privacy Culture and former DPO of Bank of England. Gain insights into various aspects of current and emerging threats, including app-based vulnerabilities, sophisticated phishing attacks, traditional network risks, and physical security concerns. Examine the impact of remote work on social engineering attacks and the potential risks associated with AI advancements. Learn about the increasing cloud security threats and the challenges posed by ransomware attacks. Discover why the human element is both a potential weakness and your strongest defense in cybersecurity. Understand the importance of education and behavior change in strengthening your organization's security posture. Topics covered include mobile security threats, rogue states, cryptocurrencies, phishing techniques, and the changing third-party model in cybersecurity.