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Prioritizing Hospital Cybersecurity

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October 20, 2021 3:00 pm

Prioritizing Hospital Cybersecurity

Ransomware attacks on hospitals spiked during the pandemic, causing massive disruption to healthcare organizations at a time when they were strained by unprecedented patient demands. Cyberattacks threaten to compromise patient care and private data, yet cybersecurity remains under-prioritized by many hospitals and clinics. In October 2021, IST hosted a panel discussion to assess why healthcare organizations are such vulnerable targets, and to explore how they can increase their cyber-readiness.
cybersecurity, health care, hospital cybersecurity, Ransomware
October 20, 2021
Centering Cyber Biosecurity

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October 13, 2021 2:00 pm

Centering Cyber Biosecurity

Biotechnology has become increasingly reliant on digitization and automation in the past decade, creating new cyber vulnerabilities in biological research processes. Network data systems, laboratory equipment, or engineering controls are vulnerable to attack, which could result in environmental contamination or even threaten human health. On October 13, 2021, IST hosted a panel discussion to assess the potential public health and national security consequences of cyber biosecurity-related threats.
biosecurity, biotechnology, cybersecurity, public health
October 13, 2021
Detangling Nuclear Command and Control: CJCS Milley, Sole Authority, and the Future of American NC2

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October 5, 2021 3:00 pm

Detangling Nuclear Command and Control: CJCS Milley, Sole Authority, and the Future of American NC2

September’s revelations about CJCS Milley’s actions in the days following the January 6 attack on the Capitol reignited the debate about American nuclear command and control, and renewed questions about the President’s sole authority to launch nuclear weapons. On October 5, 2021, IST convened experts to discuss the state of NC2 in the United States.
chain of command, NC2, nuclear command and control
October 5, 2021
To Pay A Ransom: Costs and Ethics of Paying Ransomware Demands

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August 25, 2021 11:31 am

To Pay A Ransom: Costs and Ethics of Paying Ransomware Demands

What are the costs and ethics of paying ransom demands to cybercriminals? Payments perpetuate ransomware, but could a payment ban truly be feasible? On August 25, 2021, IST hosted experts for a virtual discussion.
debate, ransom payments, Ransomware, Ransomware-as-a-Service
August 25, 2021
A Better Future: Empowering Women In Technology and National Security

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June 22, 2021 11:00 am

A Better Future: Empowering Women In Technology and National Security

Women make immense contributions and provide daily leadership within national security and technology across the public, private and civil society sectors. However, there is still work to be done to ensure that women are empowered, have a seat at the decision-making table, and are provided opportunities for upward mobility. On June 22, IST welcomed speakers who have been leading efforts to empower women and increase diversity at the intersection of these fields.
national security, women in tech
June 22, 2021
StratTech: IST’s Inaugural Conference

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May 25, 2021 12:00 am

StratTech: IST’s Inaugural Conference

StratTech, IST’s inaugural conference, examined novel, radical, and strategic approaches to the wicked problems facing the diagonals through which security and technology intersect. IST is committed to being a convener, bringing together government, industry, and civil society leaders and practitioners to better understand and advance solutions to the world’s toughest security challenges.
BGP, operational collaboration, Ransomware, Valley of Death
May 25, 2021
November 15, 2022 1:00 pm

Actionable Safeguards: Containing and Recovering from Ransomware Attacks

After a ransomware attack occurs, what comes next? On November 15, 2022, the Ransomware Task Force hosted the fourth webinar in the Blueprint for Ransomware Defense series, which seeks to help you get your business back up and running quickly in the aftermath of an attack.
November 9, 2022 10:00 am

Actionable Safeguards: Protecting your organization

Now that you’ve inventoried your assets and built a strong foundation for protecting your devices, network, and people, it’s time to add the next layer of Safeguards. On November 9, 2022, the Ransomware Task Force hosted the third webinar in the Blueprint for Ransomware Defense webinar series.
November 1, 2022 1:00 pm

Foundational Safeguards: Building resilience in the face of a ransomware attack

If a ransomware attack should occur, are you prepared to respond? On November 1, 2022, the Ransomware Task Force hosted for the second webinar in the Blueprint for Ransomware Defense webinar series.
October 25, 2022 1:00 pm

Foundational Safeguards: Tips and tricks for building your cybersecurity foundation

Foundational Safeguards are the building blocks necessary to establishing an enterprise’s cyber security program. How can you use them to level up your enterprise’s protections? On October 25, 2022, the Ransomware Task Force hosted the first webinar in the Blueprint for Ransomware Defense webinar series.
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