Inside(r) Scoop. Managing Insider Risk Today. Michael Beck, Equifax & Coley Moore, Above Security.
Cybercrime Magazine PodcastSummary
Coley Moore, a Senior Sales Engineer at Above Security, and Michael Beck, SVP and Deputy CISO at Equifax, engage in a critical discussion about insider risk in cybersecurity. Moore emphasizes the industry's tendency to respond to new threats by acquiring more tools without addressing the underlying issues of expertise and staffing. He notes that while artificial intelligence is generating more signals, it does not necessarily help in solving investigative problems, as it often leads to an overwhelming amount of data that security teams must sift through.
Beck adds that successful investigations into insider risks require a focus on people and processes, not just tools. He highlights the challenge of identifying the individual behind suspicious activities, especially as the use of agents and automated systems increases. Both experts agree that a proactive approach is essential, advocating for a cultural shift within organizations to prioritize security and insider risk awareness. They stress that the best time to intervene in potential insider threats is before incidents occur, underscoring the importance of fostering a security-conscious environment across all levels of an organization.
Show Notes
Coley Moore is a Senior Sales Engineer at Above Security. In this episode, he joins host Scott Schober and Michael Beck, SVP and Deputy CISO at Equifax, to discuss insider threats across organizations today and how to manage the associated risks. Above Security is an AI-native managed insider-threat platform for proactive risk management. To learn more about our sponsor, visit https://above.security. • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com
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