Lessons from the CrowdStrike outage

Good morning and welcome to another episode of Breakfast Bytes. I'm your host, Felicia King, and today, I'm joined by my colleague, Jeff Birner, hailing from Florida. Our riveting discussion centers around the recent CrowdStrike incident that has sent shockwaves through the cybersecurity community and beyond. This episode promises to offer insights and perspectives you won't find in the typical news coverage.
As we delve into the conversation, Jeff and I explore the core issues surrounding CrowdStrike, including its lack of trustworthiness as a counterparty and the legal implications of delayed security updates. We discuss the broader impacts of the incident, such as the staggering $5.8 billion in losses faced by companies worldwide, and discuss how technology decisions could have eliminated the impact.
Through engaging storytelling, Jeff and I break down the complexities of cybersecurity, offering practical solutions and strategies for organizations to consider. From the importance of testing updates to the choice of operating systems for critical infrastructure, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways for IT professionals and business leaders alike.
Join us as we navigate the nuances of the CrowdStrike controversy, highlight the lessons learned, and provide actionable advice to help you safeguard your organization against similar pitfalls. Whether you're a seasoned cybersecurity veteran or just starting your journey, this episode of Breakfast Bytes is a must-listen.
 

What is involved in a secure endpoint strategy?

Overview of the secure endpoint strategy
The CIA you care about – confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the data on and accessed by your technology systems
You need strategies effective a protecting against the efforts of nation state actors and large criminal enterprises
Your bank account, identity, business, and mental health are at stake
What security posture strategy works now?
Who do you partner with and vet or assess them?
It is not about simply selecting the technology. It is much more about the partner who services you.
Zero-trust posture coupled with the proper services
 
Welcome to "Breakfast Bytes," your go-to podcast for insightful discussions on hot tech topics. In this episode, hosted by Felicia King, we take a deep dive into the critical world of endpoint protection. With an increased shift of our lives online, protecting our data is more important than ever. But how much do we understand about endpoint protection and the steps needed to safeguard our data?
We kick off with a discussion about our technology usage and the assumptions behind it. We delve into concepts like the 'CIA Triad,' the backbone of all data security strategies representing Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability. We also explore the daunting facets of cybersecurity, such as hack attempts, nation-state actors, criminal enterprises, and the lack of regulation, illuminating the challenges individuals or small businesses face in combating such overwhelming threats.
The episode then shifts gears to emphasize the significance of teaming up with a top-notch security architect to stay secure. We discuss the differences between a Security Operations Center (SOC) and a Network Operations Center (NOC), and why understanding these differences is vital when choosing an IT service provider. We further discuss why consumer-grade technologies may not be sufficient and why businesses should consider enterprise-level solutions. Special emphasis is put on endpoint protection platforms that maintain a zero-trust posture and the advantages they offer.
We also delve into the key components of Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Managed Detection and Response (MDR) technologies, spending time exploring how your endpoint's data is monitored by a 24/7 staffed data center. In addition, we provide crucial questions you should ask your IT service provider, particularly about administrative access. The perils of vendor agnosticism and outsourcing to under-protected NOCs are highlighted, as is the crucial need to evaluate endpoint protection critically and the importance of timely system patching.
This episode aims to empower listeners with the knowledge they need to strengthen their data protection strategy and avoid leaving their data 'naked on the interstate'. Listen in and equip yourself with the information you need to protect your data more efficiently and effectively.