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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.
Aug 13, 2024·2 Minute Drill
Drex DeFord covers the rebranding of the notorious ransomware group Royal Ransomware, now known as BlackSuit, and their ongoing threats to critical infrastructure, including healthcare. He also discusses a recent cyberattack on the Trump campaign, highlighting the increasing risk of political cyber intrusions leading up to the 2024 election. Lastly, hear the story of how one cybersecurity expert turned the tables on cybercriminals behind smishing schemes. Remember, Stay a little paranoid. Subscr
Aug 12, 2024·UnHack the News
August 12, 2024: George Pappas , CEO of Intraprise Health joins Drex for the news. They explore Paul Connelly's advice on connecting with boards, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and understanding the business perspective. How do CISOs balance technical details with business language to effectively convey cybersecurity needs to the board? The conversation transitions to the implications of recent cybersecurity insurance challenges, especially in the wake of incidents like the Cr
Aug 10, 2024·2 Minute Drill
Drex DeFord dives into the McLaren Healthcare cyberattack, the technical details behind the recent CrowdStrike RCA, and a surprising connection between ransomware and a recent Russian prisoner exchange. Remember, Stay a little paranoid. Subscribe: https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ThisWeekHealth Twitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekhealth Donate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer - https://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/317345
Aug 7, 2024·Newsday
August 7, 2024: Laura O’Toole , CEO at SureTest joins Bill for the news. How are health systems adapting to the changing demands of RPA, and what strategies are being employed to build centers of excellence around automation? The discussion also touches on the profound impact of recent cybersecurity incidents, including the CrowdStrike breach, prompting a reevaluation of cloud strategies and the essential skills needed for CISOs in the current environment. Additionally, the conversation explores
Aug 6, 2024·2 Minute Drill
Drex DeFord dives into the latest cybersecurity challenges impacting the healthcare sector. Diving into the ransomware attack on OneBlood, a nonprofit blood center serving multiple states, and its significant impact on clinical operations. Next, Drex covers the ongoing legal battle between Delta Air Lines and CrowdStrike over a costly cyber incident. Finally, he highlights a concerning trend where overworked cyber professionals are turning to cybercrime as an alternative career path. Remember, S
Aug 5, 2024·UnHack the News
August 5, 2024: Wes Wright , Chief Healthcare Officer at Ordr , and Mac McMillan , Founder, CEO, Board Member, and Advisor, join Drex for the news. The discussion highlights the persistent disparity in healthcare access between rural and urban areas, questioning whether technology alone can bridge this gap. The conversation also explores the ARPA-H initiative, pondering if new technology development is necessary when existing tools might suffice. The trio reflects on the creation of a dedicated
Aug 1, 2024·2 Minute Drill
Drex DeFord covers critical updates in cybersecurity and technology risks. Discover the latest on Health Equity's data breach impacting 4.3 million accounts, a U.S. indictment of a North Korean hacker targeting healthcare organizations, and urgent Apple security updates. Plus, insights into technology consolidation risks with recent outages at Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services. Remember, Stay a little paranoid. Subscribe: https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/ Linkedin: https://www.link
Jul 31, 2024·2 Minute Drill
Drex DeFord discusses the financial impact of the recent CrowdStrike incident, estimating healthcare losses at $1.9 billion. He explores the implications for cyber and business interruption insurance, highlighting the potential for rising insurance costs and the likelihood of litigation. Drex also delves into the broader risks associated with consolidation in the industry and the interconnected nature of cybersecurity and risk management. Remember, Stay a little paranoid. Subscribe: https://www.
Jul 30, 2024·2 Minute Drill
Discover the response to CrowdStrike’s recent blue screen incident and the steps being taken to prevent future issues. Learn about the critical cloud security gaps found in the Department of Health and Human Services, and get a glimpse of OpenAI’s new SearchGPT prototype, a potential game-changer in the AI search landscape. Plus, find out why cloud security company Wiz is opting for an IPO over a major deal with Google. Tune in for all this and more in just two minutes! Remember, Stay a little p
Jul 29, 2024·UnHack the News
July 29, 2024: John Kirkman , VP of Government, Healthcare, and Education at Island joins Drex for the news. They discuss the recent AT&T data leak affecting 110 million customers, highlighting the persistent challenges in data security. How can companies prevent such breaches, and what are the implications for customer trust? They also explore the tension between user experience and robust security measures, particularly the resistance to multi-factor authentication. Is it possible to strea
Jul 26, 2024·Newsday
July 26, 2024: Michael Robinson , VP of Healthcare Solutions for the Americas at Omnissa , joins Bill for the news. They delve into the current state of cybersecurity in healthcare, emphasizing the rise in ransomware demands and the crucial need for mature security postures in health systems. How can health systems better manage the increasing threat vectors from device proliferation? What role does AI play in enhancing security measures, and how effective is the adoption of zero-trust architect
Jul 24, 2024·2 Minute Drill
Drex DeFord dives into the recent global cybersecurity incident caused by a CrowdStrike content update. He explains how the update led to millions of Windows machines worldwide showing the blue screen of death, the immediate impacts on various industries, especially healthcare, and CrowdStrike's steps to address the situation. Drex also highlights the efforts of IT and security professionals in resolving the crisis and the lessons learned from this unprecedented event. Remember, Stay a little pa
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