Beyond the headlines: Why cyber security remains an afterthought for many

Thursday
 
28
 
November
2:40 pm
 - 
3:20 pm

Speakers

Daisy Wong

Daisy Wong

Head of Security Awareness
Medibank
Melissa Misuraca

Melissa Misuraca

Change Management
AWSN
Richard Magalad

Richard Magalad

Managing Director
ITR Australia

Synopsis

Description:

Despite the growing frequency and severity of cyberattacks, a disconnect persists between the urgency of the issue and the general public's engagement with it. This panel will explore the factors contributing to this disconnect, from the perceived complexity of cybersecurity to the lack of meaningful consequences for organisations that fail to prioritise it, along with the task of communicating cyber security practices in an increasingly noisy world. We'll also discuss the evolving nature of cyber threats and the steps needed to foster greater awareness and action.

Moderator: Daisy Wong

Panelists: Richard Magalad, Melissa Misuraca and Nancy Liu

Key Questions:

Why does Cybersecurity Remains an Afterthought for Many?

Has the industry suffered from breach fatigue?

How can we demystify cybersecurity for those outside the tech industry?

What role do regulations and enforcement need to play in incentivising better cybersecurity practices?

How can we make the consequences of cyber negligence more tangible for organisations and the public?

What are the most critical threats on the horizon as we move towards greater interconnectivity?

Can you share examples of organisations that have successfully implemented a strong cybersecurity culture? How did they do it?

What are some low-cost, high-impact cybersecurity measures for resource-constrained organisations?

How can we balance the need for greater cybersecurity with concerns about privacy and potential overreach?

Acknowledgement of Country

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Acknowledgement of Country