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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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2 Minute Drill: CrowdStrike, Health Catalyst, and a New Digital Currency with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: CrowdStrike, Health Catalyst, and a New Digital Currency with Drex DeFord

Drex dives into the latest cybersecurity acquisitions as CrowdStrike expands its SaaS security capabilities by acquiring Adaptive Shield and Health Catalyst gains new strength through the acquisition of Enterprise Health. We also explore an unexpected story about Brazil’s newly launched digital currency, "DREX," and the potential cybersecurity concerns it brings. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter: This Week Health LinkedIn: Week Health Donate: Alex’s Lemo

2 Minute Drill: Disinformation, Election Threats, and Healthcare Preparedness with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: Disinformation, Election Threats, and Healthcare Preparedness with Drex DeFord

Drex covers critical election day cybersecurity updates, highlighting disinformation campaigns from Russian and Iranian actors, potential hacking threats targeting networks and news outlets, and the importance of staying vigilant. He also shares insights from the recent Healthcare Cybersecurity Forum, emphasizing key takeaways from industry leaders on maintaining resilience. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter: This Week Health LinkedIn: Week Health Donate:

2 Minute Drill: HIPAA Regulations, Rapid7 Sale, and Apple's Urgent Software Fixes with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: HIPAA Regulations, Rapid7 Sale, and Apple's Urgent Software Fixes with Drex DeFord

Drex shares timely updates including potential changes to HIPAA regulations aimed at clarifying security rules, Rapid7's possible sale exploration and its implications, and the importance of updating Apple devices to address critical security vulnerabilities. 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

2 Minute Drill: Delta Sues CrowdStrike and a Floppy Disk Upgrade with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: Delta Sues CrowdStrike and a Floppy Disk Upgrade with Drex DeFord

Change Healthcare and UnitedHealth Group are in the process of notifying 100 million people affected by a recent ransomware attack that compromised sensitive information. We also cover Delta Airlines’ lawsuit against CrowdStrike over a software update outage that caused massive flight cancellations. Lastly, find out how the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency is tackling tech debt with a $212 million investment to replace a legacy system still relying on 5.25-inch floppy disks. Remembe

2 Minute Drill: Bitcoin Fraud, Anonymous Sudan, and FBI Takedowns with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: Bitcoin Fraud, Anonymous Sudan, and FBI Takedowns with Drex DeFord

Drex covers three recent cybersecurity victories, where law enforcement and private companies collaborated to take down high-profile cybercriminals. From the arrest of “Bitcoin Bro” for identity theft and device fraud, to the dismantling of the notorious Anonymous Sudan hacker group responsible for thousands of attacks, and finally, the apprehension of a cybercriminal linked to leaking FBI InfraGard data. Tune in for a snapshot of how the cybersecurity community is scoring wins against cyber thr

2 Minute Drill: Iranian Cyber Threat, Military Reserves, and Rising Ransomware Cost with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: Iranian Cyber Threat, Military Reserves, and Rising Ransomware Cost with Drex DeFord

Drex dives into the latest cybersecurity threats and risks targeting healthcare and critical infrastructure. We cover a new joint advisory from the US and Australian governments on Iranian cyber-attacks, how MFA push bombing is becoming a favored attack method, and the rising financial toll of ransomware on United Health Group. Plus, we discuss the US military's potential new program to enlist senior tech executives into the reserves. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week H

2 Minute Drill: Supply Chain Breaches and Patient Safety Risks with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: Supply Chain Breaches and Patient Safety Risks with Drex DeFord

From supply chain attacks disrupting patient care to the rising risk of cloud-based breaches, Drex highlights key statistics from recent reports and offers essential advice on how to protect your systems. Plus, find out why password reuse is a danger and what you can do about it. 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

2 Minute Drill: Quantum Threats, Star Health Breach, and New York Regulations with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: Quantum Threats, Star Health Breach, and New York Regulations with Drex DeFord

In this episode of the 2-Minute Drill, Drex delves into three critical cybersecurity updates. First, learn why the current encryption methods we rely on today won't withstand the quantum computing of tomorrow—an event known as Q Day. Next, explore the alarming cyber breach of India's Star Health and the hackers' innovative use of Telegram chatbots to market stolen patient data. Finally, hear about New York State's new cyber regulations that require immediate incident reporting and the formal app

2 Minute Drill: Cybercrime Targets Disaster Victims and Child Hackers with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: Cybercrime Targets Disaster Victims and Child Hackers with Drex DeFord

Drex covers three critical stories from the world of cybersecurity. First, cybercriminals are exploiting the chaos in Florida following Hurricane Milton, launching phishing scams and malware attacks disguised as FEMA assistance. Next, we explore how cybersecurity leaders are becoming chief risk storytellers, with communication skills often outweighing technical expertise. Lastly, we dive into two shocking reports of cybercrime involving young individuals—some as young as 11—who are starting thei

2 Minute Drill: Starlink Emergency Service and Ransomware Insurance Warning with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: Starlink Emergency Service and Ransomware Insurance Warning with Drex DeFord

SpaceX and T-Mobile rush to enable emergency Starlink direct-to-cell texting after a hurricane, helping restore communications in affected states. Kevin Mandiant shares insights on how boards can better understand cybersecurity through a risk matrix, and Ann Neuberger, U.S. National Security Advisor for Cyber, weighs in on the debate over ransomware insurance policies. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter: This Week Health LinkedIn: Week Health Donate: Alex’

2 Minute Drill: DeepFakes, Rising Costs, and Urgent Browser Updates with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: DeepFakes, Rising Costs, and Urgent Browser Updates with Drex DeFord

Drex covers three key cybersecurity updates that you need to know. Discover how DeepFake technology is making waves, explore the rising costs of cyber incidents due to increased complexity and regulatory scrutiny, and get the latest security updates for Chrome and Firefox browsers. 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

2 Minute Drill: Salt Typhoon, Verizon Outage, and Securing AI Projects with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: Salt Typhoon, Verizon Outage, and Securing AI Projects with Drex DeFord

Drex covers three critical cybersecurity stories. First, a hacking campaign called Salt Typhoon, linked to the Chinese government, has compromised several internet service providers, with concerns about potential router vulnerabilities. Second, a nationwide Verizon outage raises questions about a possible electrical grid shutdown targeting cell towers. Finally, Drex dives into the growing need for robust AI security frameworks, with organizations like NIST and ISO leading the charge. Remember, S