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The 229 Podcast

Podcasts Hosted by Bill Russell, Sarah Richardson, and Drex DeFord

In-depth interviews with healthcare CIOs, CISOs, and technology leaders. Bill Russell explores the decisions, strategies, and innovations shaping healthcare transformation.

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Jan 10, 2025·2 Minute Drill

2 Minute Drill: Era of Accountability, Supply Chain Breaches, and the Cyber Trust Mark with Drex DeFord

Drex highlights stories predicting 2025's cyber forecast, highlighting Forrester's prediction of a new era of accountability for CISOs and The White House's Cyber Trust Mark initiative. Lastly, Tampa General Hospital’s $6.8M class-action lawsuit settlement following its 2023 data breach comes to a head. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter: This Week Health LinkedIn: Week Health Donate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Can

Jan 9, 2025·2 Minute Drill

2 Minute Drill: Windows Update Looms, International Hacks, and Treasury Breached with Drex DeFord

Drex covers the urgent need for Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11 before support ends on October 25, 2025. Then new developments on Salt Typhoon, a Chinese hacking group, targeting major U.S. telecom carriers like Charter Communications and Windstream. He finishes by covering breaking updates on the Treasury Department breach linked to the Chinese government, impacting the Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC). Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter:

Jan 6, 2025·UnHack the News

UnHack (the News): Salt Typhoon Impact and Smart TV Data Concerns with Mick Coady

January 6, 2025: Mick Coady , CTO of Armis , explores the risks of connected devices in healthcare systems to the unforeseen consequences of encrypted messaging apps, this conversation dives into the delicate balance between innovation and risk. How does Walmart's acquisition of Vizio paint a picture of the bigger intersection of consumer tech and privacy? And as global privacy laws evolve, are companies truly prepared to protect sensitive data, or are they playing catch-up? Key Points: 04

Jan 3, 2025·2 Minute Drill

2 Minute Drill: Machine Identities and Top Security Insights for 2024 with Drex DeFord

Drex dives into the growing risks of machine identities, how cybercriminals exploit them, and steps you can take to secure your environment. Drex also shares insights from TechCrunch's 2024 cybersecurity reflections and introduces his Top 24 Breaches of 2024 document. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter: This Week Health LinkedIn: Week Health Donate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Dec 13, 2024·2 Minute Drill

2 Minute Drill: Medical Device Attacks and the Krispy Kreme Incident with Drex DeFord

First, a behind-the-scenes look at how AI security testing is pushing boundaries in Silicon Valley. Next, an Atlanta-based medical device company faces operational disruption from a cyberattack. Finally, Krispy Kreme battles an unexpected cybersecurity incident, reminding us that no industry is immune. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid This Week Health Subscribe This Week Health Twitter This Week Health Linkedin Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer Donate

Dec 10, 2024·2 Minute Drill

2 Minute Drill: Brian Krebs, Walmart’s Data Grab, and AI Grandma Daisy with Drex DeFord

Drex explores the fascinating work of Brian Krebs in exposing cybercriminals, Walmart's surprising acquisition of Vizio for customer data, and a British AI invention that fights scammers with humor and wit. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter: This Week Health LinkedIn: Week Health Donate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Dec 6, 2024·2 Minute Drill

2 Minute Drill: Uncovering Chinese Hacker Infiltrations in U.S. Telecoms With Drex DeFord

Drex dives into the Salt Typhoon attack, where Chinese hackers have infiltrated at least eight U.S. telecommunication carriers, accessing private texts, calls, and data from high-profile individuals. Learn about the scope of the issue, why it’s a persistent threat, and practical steps for protecting your communications. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter: This Week Health LinkedIn: Week Health Donate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Dec 4, 2024·2 Minute Drill

2 Minute Drill: FBI Holiday Warning, AI Clinical Trials, and VHA Data Breach with Drex DeFord

Drex highlights three critical updates for the healthcare and security community: the FBI's alert on holiday-season email scams, the NIH's new AI tool for clinical trial matching, and a data breach affecting over 2,000 veterans at the VHA. Learn actionable tips to safeguard your organization during this season and stay informed on emerging AI healthcare innovations. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter: This Week Health LinkedIn: Week Health Donate: Alex’s L

Dec 4, 2024·UnHack the News

UnHack (the News): New Legislation, Unifying Health Systems, and CISO Protection with George Pappas

December 4, 2024: George Pappas , CEO at Intraprise Health joins Drex for the news. What must the healthcare industry do to finally turn its patchwork of tools into a unified, human-centric defense system? Can the recent legislative pushes in New York and the Senate, aimed at strengthening HIPAA and improving cybersecurity funding, truly protect patients and ensure compliance across diverse organizations? Join to explore the complex realities, untapped collaborations, and critical questions faci

Dec 2, 2024·2 Minute Drill

2 Minute Drill: NHS Attacks, CISO Stress, and AI Voice Cloning with Drex DeFord

Drex unpacks the cybersecurity incident impacting NHS Trust hospitals in northwest England, explore the mounting pressures facing cybersecurity leaders that can lead to burnout, and dive into the implications of AI-powered voice cloning in Microsoft Teams. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter: This Week Health LinkedIn: Week Health Donate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Nov 27, 2024·2 Minute Drill

2 Minute Drill: Staying Safe During High-Risk Weekends with Drex DeFord

Drex shares crucial tips to keep your organization and personal information safe during the holiday season—a favorite time for cyber attackers. Discover how to prepare for potential ransomware attacks, bolster your incident response plans, and safely navigate public Wi-Fi networks during your holiday shopping. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter: This Week Health LinkedIn: Week Health Donate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Nov 27, 2024·UnHack the News

UnHack (the News): Microsoft’s Resiliency Plan and Phishing Training Debunked with Preston Duren

November 27, 2024: Preston Duren , VP of Threat Defense at Fortified Health Security , joins Drex for the news. They dissect Microsoft's recent security enhancements, born from the Crowdstrike IT outage, and question whether new technologies like remote repair and hot-patch updates can truly revolutionize healthcare IT resilience. The conversation turns to a shocking study on phishing training effectiveness—does annual training reduce risks, or are we simply checking boxes while leaving vulnerab