Lessons Learned From the Australian National University Breach with Suthagar Seevaratnam - Part 1

In this episode of the Cybersecurity Mentors Podcast, Suthagar Seevaratnam, a former CISO at the Australian National University, shares his journey into cybersecurity and the challenges faced during a significant data breach. He discusses the importance of addressing organizational trauma, effective leadership during crises, and the human element in cybersecurity. The conversation delves into the details of the breach, including the attack vector, the role of phishing, and the impact of legacy systems. Suthagar emphasizes the need for calmness, compassion, and effective communication in crisis management, highlighting the lessons learned from the incident.

ANU Breach Report

Suthagar Seevaratnam’s LinkedIn 

ACILearning.com/SimplyCyber

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