Joshua Santos

Visibility 🤝 #CyberResilience Discover how greater visibility can improve your organization’s ability to prevent, defend and recover from cyberattacks in CDW's 2024 #Cybersecurity Research Report. #Security https://dy.si/ywkfJ7

5

Your organization’s cyber defense is important. But your #CyberResilience is even more critical. Find out why in this look back at #RSAC 2024 with CDW EVP, Global Security Strategy Office, Buck Bell. It’s a must-see! #Security #DisasterRecovery https://dy.si/quRT6

15

smb signing vs smb encryption ask Questions for all the folks out there: 1. How many folks are using both? 2. What is the performance hit you experienced? Can you quantify smb s vs smb e? 3. Let's hypothetically say you have smb signing enabled did you hit any road blocks when you turned on smb encryption? DM me. Help a fool out =) #cybersecurity #blueteam #redteam #bitcointeam

1

3 Comments

What is Today's Cost ("Good Investment" ) for a CyberSecurity Program..? How about $22 Million..? Think this is (too) High..?? Then... Is $1 Billion too much..? How about $1.6BB..? The Costs of Change Healthcare (Ransomware) CyberSecurity Attack is now close to exceeding $1 Billion... (currently at $872 Million)... but projected to be between $1.35 - 1.6 BB when the while event is concluded. This includes the $22 Million Ransomware Payment to the AlphaV BlackCat criminal organization. This Cost will "eclipse that of Casino Group MGM, which didn't pay a ransom following an attack on its systems last year, and which faces recovery costs of $100 million to rebuild its systems and paying for the fallout...". 95% of Ransomware is Preventable.. CyberSecurity A-Team has an Industry-PROVEN Ransomware Methodology that will help prevent Companies from suffering a Ransomware Attack. Don't wait until it's Too Late..! (after you are Attacked) to contact them - www.CyberSecurity-A-Team .com #Ransomware #CyberSecurity-A-Team #Healthcare #MostVulnerable https://lnkd.in/g5B7fqEu

6

The ability to recover from a cyber incident is more important than ever. What is your plan to be able to recover in the event of an incident? View my verified achievement from Commvault and Microsoft. #CVLTxMSFTCertified

6

The Power of a Polo: A Swag Story At the dawn of my career, the standard uniform was a button-up shirt and slacks—practical yet prone to the daily hazards of a data center, from grease stains to the inevitable tear from those unforgiving Compaq server rails. Like many just starting out, balancing a budding career and a new family meant every dollar counted, and work clothes were no small expense. Back then, vendors would often gift us T-shirts plastered with logos, a nice gesture but hardly workplace appropriate given the dress codes of the time. Then came a welcome shift—polos became acceptable work attire, blending professionalism with practicality and ease of maintenance. Amidst these changes, the swag evolved too. Socks became the new giveaway—playful, colorful, but again, they missed the mark on practical professional use. They were fun but did little to connect us more deeply with the brands or bring them tangible returns. As my career advanced, the nature of the swag I received transformed. I started to get business polos emblazoned with vendor logos. These weren’t just items of clothing but tokens of professional relationships and experiences. Over the years, they filled my wardrobe, turning into a collection representing a decade of industry connections. Now, these polos aren't just apparel; they're conversation starters. Whether I’m discussing strategy with C-level executives or networking at IT events, these polos prompt inquiries and dialogues about the vendors they advertise. On the golf course, they've even helped me connect with fellow customers, fostering new relationships over shared vendor experiences. This is the essence of effective swag—it turns every wearer into a walking billboard, no strings attached. So, what’s the takeaway for anyone thinking about promotional items? Understand the environments where the swag will be used and aim for maximum visibility. Consider every level of your audience—from the fresh-faced tech newbie to the seasoned executive. Today’s junior team member in a logoed polo could be tomorrow’s industry leader, still valuing and showcasing your brand a decade on. And who knows? Perhaps the next big trend in swag is just around the corner. I’m betting on the quarter-zip—casual, stylish, and perfect for any professional meetup. Keep an eye out; your next piece of swag might just be a game changer.

21

3 Comments

Channeling the resilience of cybersecurity - We navigate our own paths to purpose Kenneth Ellington and I discuss these parallels in this week's episode. Check it out: https://bit.ly/4azP1Vk

2

This was an interesting class on DMARC, DKIM, & SPF.

12

This article explains a new malware/spyware agent found in the wild recently. If you are a Mac user, it is more important than ever to only install trusted software from the App Store. If you have to go to the Security and Privacy settings to override the machine security to install an application, you are risking the exposure and capture of your passwords, system configuration, personal information and more. Don't do it! https://lnkd.in/gqna_Kp9

7

A positive trend in cyber security incidents?!?!? I think this is a first! A recent study by Verizon Business reveals a notable shift in cybersecurity trends - an increase in employees reporting phishing scams. This small positive trend is crucial as 68% of breaches involve a "human element" factor, as highlighted in Verizon's report. To learn more about this positive development, check out the details in the study: itbrew.com #CyberSecurity #Phishing #VerizonBusiness

18

1 Comment

Join me on Monday at 7 p.m. EST for a discussion of "Medical Device Cybersecurity Defense-in-Depth Strategies."

8

1 Comment

Security frameworks can help you protect your organization from cyberattacks. ComplyAssistant can help you implement and maintain the security frameworks that are right for your organization. Book a demo today to see how ComplyAssistant can help you implement and maintain the security frameworks that are right for your organization. https://lnkd.in/eRCXkt39 #bookademo #complyassistant #securityframeworks

4

Just getting back to our conversation on ransomware. Remember that data protection is truly the last line of defense against recovering the data without having to pay any ransom. That's why its extemely important to make sure you have a backup platform that secures that data in multiple ways. Of course need to implement a 3-2-1 strategy to ensure at least 3 copies of the backup, on at least 2 different media and at least 1 offsite copy. As I mentioned prior we need to use many different tools to ensure that backup data is clean and immutable and indelible. That's why I have been preaching the idea of the coalition of the willing with partnerships with multiple security solutions to ensure recoverability of data. More information is coming out on the unfortunate attack on Optum's Change Healthcare infrastructure. CEO is going in front of the Congressional committee this week to layout the post-mortem of the attack. It appears that the Citrix remote access was leveraged to penetrate the infrastructure. That brings us to the next topic that I will present next time - need for Multi Factor Authentication! https://lnkd.in/gi_24Min

8

Poor cybersecurity, overworked & underpaid staff, and unsustainable costs are taking their toll on an already broken US healthcare system. 🏥 Pure chaos. Nurses quitting in droves. Patients left to suffer. ☹️ But US healthcare companies are making bank! 💰 This is what a breakdown crisis looks like. 💥 Stay healthy, my friends. 🥬 #ascension #healthcare #hospitals #nurses #doctors #usa #cybersecurity #infosec #cybercrime #ransomware #it

🎙️For those who know me, it's no secret that I'm a HUGE fan of the Bare Knuckles & Brass Tacks podcast, and not just because it is hosted by my dear friends George A. and George Kamide, but because I learn something that has helped me in my career with every single episode. That being said, this week's episode with Dr. Chase Cunningham (aka Dr. Zero Trust) is hands down my favorite episode, and believe me, I've listened to them all. It's no secret that "Zero Trust" is a framework and concept that has had its ebbs and flows in the market - from the initial release, to the overdone marketing, to the buzzword bingo, and now back to being a thing that not EVERYONE really understands. Dr. Chase Cunningham and George A. did a fantastic job distilling Zero Trust down in a way that made me better understand how to showcase my knowledge of the framework, its intent, and how to leverage it when discussing with both knowledgeable and unknowledgeable practitioners/prospects. If you're looking to deepen your understanding of Zero Trust or want to learn how to effectively communicate its value, this episode is a must-listen! 🎧 #Podcasts #ZeroTrust #CyberSecurity

52

14 Comments

Hospitals and healthcare facilities are prime targets in the escalating cyberattacks plaguing the U.S., primarily due to the vast amount of sensitive data they hold. These attacks sow chaos by disrupting systems essential for patient care, putting safety at risk.     To combat this, hospitals must adopt modern, cloud-based Clinical Communication and Collaboration (CC&C) platforms, which ensure continuous communication and care delivery during crises by maintaining connectivity through text, voice, and video calls.     By preparing with a robust CC&C system like TigerConnect, hospitals can safeguard against attacks and enhance daily operations, leading to better patient outcomes.    #healthcareIT #cyberattacks #healthtech  https://bit.ly/3Kra0yT

2