This case concerns a cyber attack on the pharmaceutical company, Merck, which, while not part of the national infrastructure, plays a crucial role in the healthcare ecosystem. The argument arises about whether they should be considered as critical as hospitals, as they supply medications and treatments, essentially acting as wizards in the healthcare industry.

Welcome to Razorwire, where we and our expert guests tackle the issues and opportunities in the world of cybersecurity. In this episode, we explore the challenges and issues faced by the cyber liability insurance industry. This podcast looks into the complex challenges surrounding cyber insurance, an increasingly crucial topic for security leaders and organisations. Join your host James Rees and cybersecurity specialists Chris and Iain, as they engage in an enlightening discussion about the problems with cyber insurance.

This week on the podcast, we go through the latest Internet Security Report from the WatchGuard Threat Lab. We'll cover the top malware and network attack trends from Q2 2023 impacting small and mid-market organization globally before ending with defensive tips anyone can take back to their company. The 443 Security Simplified is a weekly podcast that gets inside the minds of leading white-hat hackers and security researchers, covering the latest cybersecurity headlines and trends.

James Rees shares his personal experience with burnout, specifically during the early stages of running a business and facing the pressures of entrepreneurship, such as security incidents and team management. He describes a technique he uses where he steps back from his own emotional reactions to objectively analyze why he may be experiencing extreme anger, sleep problems, or overlooking simple things in his life. This method has proven effective in helping him understand and manage burnout.

Strap yourselves in, because today we're joined by one of the world's most notorious and ethical hackers: Jamie Woodruff. From impersonating a Domino’s pizza delivery driver to malware infected e-cigarettes, Jamie takes us on a wild ride of social engineering attacks and the great lengths hackers will go to exploit targets. 💻🍕 We also celebrate Cybersecurity Awareness Month with a giveaway and announce the game-changing passkey support new to 1Password. 🎉

This week on the podcast, we discuss an alert from CISA on nation state threat actors embedding malware into legacy Cisco router firmware. After that, we cover a research post on malicious advertisements served up via Bing's ChatGTP integration. We then end with an analysis of North Korea's Lazarus group's latest social engineering techniques. The 443 Security Simplified is a weekly podcast that gets inside the minds of leading white-hat hackers and security researchers, covering the latest cybersecurity headlines and trends.

This week on the podcast, we highlight Corey "Pop-Pop" Nachreiner's sometimes quirky, always entertaining introductions.

The idea here is that it's often better to ask others to do nothing initially, as it compels us to take action. This approach allows us to observe how people react. Afterward, it's crucial to review the situation, considering the emotional distance. To maintain composure, it's essential to calm the amygdala, which can be achieved through techniques like deep breathing. These techniques don't have to be related to yoga; even taking a moment to take deep breaths discreetly can help oxygenate the brain and reduce adrenaline. Once emotions are under control, you can then focus on assessing the facts of the situation.

Bec McKeown discusses the importance of cognitive fitness, which involves agile thinking and cognitive techniques for decision-making. She emphasizes the significance of self-awareness, recognizing one's strengths, weaknesses, and development needs. In a team, this self-awareness helps individuals focus on their strengths and collaborate effectively, acknowledging that nobody excels in everything. The challenge lies in fostering interest in self-awareness among people.

Bec McKeown explains how the brain prioritizes immediate threats by filtering out irrelevant information. She discusses how various situations, such as sudden realizations or encountering a ransomware attack, trigger physiological reactions like palpitations, sweating, and a sense of dread. Bec McKeown also mentions how during intense moments like a car accident, the brain's cognitive processes make time seem to slow down as it focuses solely on the threat, excluding all other details. This phenomenon is referred to as cognitive narrowing.