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Cyber Law Revolution

Spencer Pollockwww.mcdonaldhopkins.com

The cyber war is upon us. We are here to talk about how to keep your business from going bankrupt after a data breach, the legal obligations associated with cyber and privacy law, and all things in between! We welcome questions and comments - call us at 4109175189 or email spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com

Episodes

Ep. 89 The Value of Partnerships in Cyber and Privacy

Episode 89 of the Cyber Law Revolution highlights a crucial shift in mindset regarding how organizations approach relationships in the realm of cybersecurity and privacy. By emphasizing partnerships over traditional vendor or service provider labels, it acknowledges the collaborative effort required to effectively address cyber incidents. This perspective likely promotes a more integrated approach, encouraging organizations to share knowledge, resources, and strategies in real-time during a cris...

Dec 09, 20244 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 88 The Strategy Behind Opt In and Opt Outs for Vendor Breaches

Ep. 88 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, we explore the strategies for opting in and out of notifications regarding vendor breaches, as well as the intricate relationships between data owners and data maintainers. Don't miss it! Keep the questions, calls, comments, etc. coming - 410-917-5189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com

Nov 06, 20246 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 87 Sean Finch discusses the UK and US Markets

Ep. 87 of the Cyber Law Revolution is Live! Thrilled to have Sean Finch, Managing Director of the UK and European Markets at CYPFER, join the show. Sean drops a ton of knowledge on the difference between the UK and US markets related to incident response, restoration and recovery, ransomware, insurance risk tolerance, and much more! You dont want to miss it! Keep the questions, calls, etc. coming 4109175189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com

Sep 25, 202416 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 85 Shari Mattis from ANV drops by

Ep. 85 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, Shari Mattis, AVP of claims at ANV, drops by to discuss building a cyber panel, the importance of having that dream team when a claim comes in, what makes an organization attractive for a cyber carrier, and cyber red flags in organizations. You won't want to miss it! Keep the questions and calls coming! 410-917-5189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com

Jul 17, 202413 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 84 Demi Traikovich Drops by to discuss the market

Ep. 84 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! Thrilled to have Demi Traikovich of CAC Specialty drop by to discuss her path to cyber insurance, the wholesale and retail market, trends, and coverage issues! You won't want to miss it! Keep the questions, calls, comments, etc. coming - 410-917-5189 and spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com.

Jun 20, 202431 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 83 Why Breach Coaches are Important

Ep. 83 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, we dive into the importance and role of breach coaches. We lay out the reasons why you want a breach coach involved the very instant an incident occurs, how we help navigate the situation, and the benefits to our involvement. I hope this provides some good insight into our day to day! Keep the questions and calls coming - 410-917-5189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com

May 30, 20246 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 82 Maryland's New Data Privacy Act

Ep. 82 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, we do a deep nerdy dive into Maryland's New Data Privacy act, the implications behind, how to comply, and the enforcement mechanisms. Bottom line: get ahead of the privacy compliance curve! Keep the questions and calls coming - 410-917-5189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com

Apr 29, 20246 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 81 Change Health and Big Implications

Ep. 81 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, we discuss the crippling impact of the ransomware attack on Change Health and the downstream implications. What is the lesson: vendor breaches are not going away, and we must continue our due diligence! Keep the questions and comments coming! Call me 410-917-5189 or e-mail me at spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com

Apr 01, 20247 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 80 The LockBit Take Down

Ep. 80 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, we dive into the FBI's (and our international police partners) takedown of LockBit's webpage and seizure of decryption keys, LockBit's failure to patch, and implications downstream! You won't want to miss it! Keep the questions and calls coming. Call me at 410-917-5189 or e-mail me at spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com

Feb 25, 20246 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 79 23andMe's Novel Legal Theory but PR nigthmare

Ep. 79 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, we discuss 23andMe's novel legal theory regarding recycled usernames and passwords, and its impact on the data breach. Further, we jump into the PR nightmare this position has caused and the potential consequences of such a legal position. You won't want to miss it! Keep the questions, calls, and comments coming! Call me at 410-917-5189 or e-mail me at spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com.

Jan 08, 20245 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 78 Chris Loehr drops by to discuss 2023 in review and what to expect in 2024

Ep. 78 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! Chris Loehr of Solis drops by to discuss what we saw in 2023, provide insight into what to expect in 2024, and tips for organizations to mitigate the harms of a data breach. You won't want to miss it! Keep the questions and calls coming! Call me at 410-917-5189 or e-mail at spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com! Enjoy!

Dec 19, 202325 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 77 China on the cyber offensive

Ep. 77 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, we discuss how China is on the offensive with the cyber war and trying to position itself in our critical infrastructure for future conflicts. Scary scenario and one we need to keep a close eye on. As always, keep the questions, calls, and comments coming - call me at 410-917-5189 or e-mail me at spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com. Enjoy!

Dec 14, 20235 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 76 Anthony Hess Drops By for a Visit

Ep. 76 of the Cyber Law Revolution is Live! In this episode, Anthony Hess, CEO and Co-Owner of Asceris, drops by to discuss the differences in the DFIR and insurance world when comparing the US to the UK, along with lots of great insight into the industry! Keep the questions and calls coming - 410-917-5189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com. Enjoy!

Nov 20, 202318 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 75 Privacy Class Actions: Old Laws Bring New Legal Theories

Ep. 75 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, we discuss the Video Privacy Protection Act and other privacy laws and how plaintiff attorneys are using these old privacy laws to bring new lawsuits based on the emerging website tracking technologies. Keep the questions, calls, and comments coming - 410-917-5189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com Enjoy!

Oct 30, 20237 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 74 MGM and Caesars Get Hit

Ep. 74 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, we discuss the attacks against MGM and Caesars, the different approaches both took to response, the implications, and the lessons we learn. I will give you a hint: prepare, prepare, prepare! Keep the questions and calls coming! 410-917-5189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com

Oct 01, 20237 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 74 Revisiting the importance of IRPs and Vendor Due Diligence

Ep. 74 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In light of MoveIT, we revisit the importance of developing and testing an incident response plan and performing vendor due diligence in this episode. We discuss how organizations need to go a step further and ask, "Who are the friends of our friends." Specifically, who are our vendors working with, and what due diligence is being done to ensure our information is secure? Keep the questions and calls coming! Call me at 410-917-5189 or e-mail ...

Sep 03, 20237 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 73 Larry Baldino Brings the Market Knowledge

Ep. 73 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! We are thrilled to have Larry Baldino, President of Cyber, Technology, and Professional Liability at Dual Commercial, on the show. In this episode, Larry brings his industry knowledge regarding the importance of cultivating trust with insureds before an incident, the future of the cyber market, and what SMBs need to be thinking about regarding cyber hygiene. You won't want to miss it! Keep the questions, comments, etc. coming! Call me at 410-917-5...

Jul 31, 202314 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 72 Peaking Behind the Fire Wall

Ep. 72 of the Cyber Law Revolution Podcast is live! In this episode, we are joined by Perry Tsao, head of claims, and Rueben Medina, head of security of Elpha Secure, to talk about the benefits of working with your insurer to see behind the iceberg and get better protected. You wont want to miss it! Keep the questions and calls coming. Call me at 410-917-5189 or e-mail me at spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com.

Jul 07, 202311 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 71 Margaux Weinraub and Alexandra Bretschneider Join the Show!

Ep. 71 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! I am thrilled to have Margaux Weinraub of Graham Company and Alexandra Bretschneider of Johnson, Kendall, & Johnson join the Show! Margaux and Alexandra provide deep insight into the role of a cyber broker, the current state of the market, the war exclusion, and how to become insurable. You won't want to miss it! Keep the questions and calls coming. 410-917-5189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com

Jun 10, 202322 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 70 MoveIT Zero Day Vulnerability

Ep. 70 of the Cyber Law Revolution Podcast is live! ALERT ALERT ALERT In this episode, we discuss the how MoveIT experienced a zero-day vulnerability attack and the steps companies need to take NOW to protect themselves! Specifically, if you use MoveIT: 1. Implement the patch or mitigation. 2. Contact your cyber insurer and or a breach coach (especially if you do not have cyber insurance). 3. Utilizing your cyber insurer or breach coach, start a forensic investigation to determine the scope and ...

Jun 05, 20235 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 69 The Bounty on the Key Figure Behind the Hive, LockBit, and Babuk

Ep. 69 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, we dive into the DOJ and the FBI placing a bounty on the central figure beyond the development and deployment of the Hive, LockBit, and Babuk ransomware variants. We also discuss how this further demonstrates close cooperation between these groups. Keep those questions, calls, comments, etc. coming 410-917-5189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com

May 21, 20235 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 68 The Media and Data Breaches

Ep. 68 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, we discuss the good and bad of media coverage during and after a cyber incident or data breach. Specifically, we dive into how the media helps push out information and can also be a tool for the threat actors and cyber criminals to extort further companies, hospitals, schools, non-profits, etc. You won't want to miss it! Keep the questions and calls coming - 410-917-5189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com...

Apr 16, 20235 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 67 HHS and OCR Shift Resources

Ep. 67 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, we discuss HHS and OCR shifting resources to handle the influx of complaint under HIPAA and HITECH, and what this means for organizations subject to these acts! Keep the questions, calls, comments, etc. coming - 410-917-5189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com.

Mar 26, 20236 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 66 Wave of Data Breach Class Actions

Ep. 66 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, we continue our conversation about data breach class action lawsuits and how they have become widespread and rampant. You won't want to miss it! Keep the calls and questions coming - 410-917-5189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com

Mar 09, 20234 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 64 India's Amended Data Protection Law

Ep. 64 of the Cyber Law Revolution Podcast is live! In this episode, we dive into India's amended data protection law, the 6 hour reporting requirement, and the expansive scope of the law. You won't want to miss it! Enjoy!

Jan 15, 20236 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 63 Meta Pixels and Privacy Concerns

Ep. 63 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! In this episode, Sean Bowen, Esq., from McDonald Hopkins, joins the show to discuss pixels, why they are forefront in the privacy realm, and the recent HHS/OCR guidance. Trust me, you don't want to miss it! Keep the questions, calls, etc., coming. Call me at 410-917-5189 or e-mail me at spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com.

Dec 14, 20229 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 62 Felicia King and Breakfast Bytes Part 2

Episode 62 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! We do a joint episode with Felicia King and Breakfast Bytes. In the episode we dive into current trends, what to expect moving forward, and third-party risk management! Keep the questions and calls coming! 410-917-5189 or spollock@mcdonaldhopkins.com Enjoy!

Nov 22, 202239 minTranscript available on Metacast

Ep. 61 McDonald Hopkins' DP group invades the show!

Ep. 61 of the Cyber Law Revolution is live! THE INVASION OF THE MCDONALD HOPKINS DP TEAM (or at least some of them!)! In this episode, we are joined by Sanjana Palla, Kelly Campbell, Heather Shumaker, Stephen Robison, and Meghan Collins, all cybersecurity and privacy attorneys at McDonald Hopkins! Each provides inside information on why they decided to pursue a career in cyber and privacy law, how they got into the area, and advise to new attorneys looking to break into the field! Keep the quest...

Nov 14, 202215 minTranscript available on Metacast