Series One Roundup
Series One Roundup  
Podcast: Cyber Leaders
Published On: Fri Jan 31 2025
Description: In this bonus episode, Ciaran and James ring in the new year with a look back at the standout guests and thought-provoking topics from series one. They also take a sneak peek at what 2025 holds for the ever-evolving world of tech security.And to top it off, there’s a special announcement to chase away those January blues.Highlights:Typhoon VariantsCiaran and James take a look at developing cyber threats from China, including:Volt Typhoon: a persistent botnet with wide-reaching impactsVolt Typhoon back with vengeance | Blowing out the botsSalt Typhoon: a new wave of cyber espionageWall Street Journal article: How Chinese Hackers Graduated From Clumsy Corporate Thieves to Military Weapons | Department of Treasury PressReleaseNew year, new legislationAs the U.S. pulls back on regulation, other nations are strengthening theircybersecurity laws.Australia’s new law mandates ransomware attack reportingMandatory ransomware payment reporting | Cyber SanctionsUK: Cybersecurity and resilience bill focused on ransomware mitigationCyber Security and Resilience Bill | Ransomware Legislative Proposals: Government ConsultationAdditional Resources:Cyber Leaders Series One EpisodesThe myth of the 8-character passwordLazarus Heist: The intercontinental ATM theft that netted $14m in two hoursCyber Threat ConferenceContact:Have questions or comments? Email us at ciso-network@sans.org