PGP Corporation Podcasts

The National Museum of Computing at Bletchley Park

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 10:18:02

Andy Clark and Tony Sale from The National Museum of Computing at Bletchley Park, and Jamie Cowper, Director of Marketing EMEA discuss the role Bletchley Park and Station X played in World War II, it's role in computing history and the status of the museum today.

Protect Data in Transit – ACS® used PGP® Command Line

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 13:31:55

Kevin Mitchell Data-In-Transit Manager, Affiliated Computer Services, Inc. (ACS) and Amr Assal, Senior Product Manager, PGP Corporation, discuss enterprise data protection beyond the endpoint. FTP data transfers between business partners is one of the most overlooked security risks. And one of the easiest to solve. Learn how ACS used PGP Command Line to protect FTP data transfers to and from its many business partners, ensuring the data was protected at rest and in transit.

Michael Osterman: Marketing for Encryption Solutions

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:00:02

Over 180 billion email messages are sent every day by nearly 1.2 billion email users. A large majority of those messages are sent in the clear, and, corporate IT security managers are now beginning to understand that the sensitive corporate data that flows in and out of enterprise email systems represents a real risk for their companies. Michael Osterman founded Osterman Research, Inc. in 2001. The company has become one of the leading analyst firms focusing on electronic messaging, email, and collaboration. They provide a wide range of research services for companies like Microsoft, America Online, Sun Microsystems, Google, EMC, and Hewlett Packard. In this PGP Podcast, Michael and PGP Marketing Manager, Fara Yassini, discuss the risks associated with corporate electronic mail. And, they explain how those risks can now be minimized by adopting security best practices and the deploying modern, enterprise-wide, email encryption and digital signing solutions.

Dr. Larry Ponemon: Results of the 3rd Annual “Cost of a Data Breach” study

Tue, 08 Jan 2008 10:08:56 -0800

An interview with Larry Ponemon, founder and director of the Ponemon Institute. Dr. Ponemon talks with Kevin Bocek, Senior Manager of the PGP product marketing group, about the findings of the third annual “Cost of a Data Breach” study recently published by the Ponemon Institute. They discuss how organizations have become more sophisticated in their response to data breaches and the relative effectiveness of different remediation strategies. Dr. Ponemon explores his finding that breaches committed by information outsourcers on behalf of their clients are not only on the rise but are significantly more expensive to resolve. Also, Dr. Ponemon is about to release his first ever Cost of a Data Breach study done in the UK, and he and Kevin review some of his preliminary findings.

Chris Leach of ACS: Outsourcing & Data Protection

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 12:25:14 -0800

An interview with Chris Leach, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer, at ACS featured in this PGP Podcast. Mr. Leach talks with Chris Kirsch of PGP’s product marketing group about the IT challenges facing a far-reaching and diversified company like ACS. And, he’ll describe the key considerations that went into developing their Enterprise Data Protection strategy including his views on the importance of establishing and communicating ROI data for investments in IT security.

IT Security at the DeKalb Medical Center with Sharon Finney

Sun, 11 Nov 2007 16:37:59 -0800

Few business sectors are impacted by information security regulation more than healthcare. Yet, Sharon Finney, IT Security Manager for the DeKalb Medical Center, believes that if end users are unaware that the IT security department even exists, then she will have done her job. Ms. Finney feels that information security works best when it works transparently and that employees should be empowered to perform their own duties without having to worry about violating IT security regulations. In this PGP Podcast, you’ll hear about the extensive compliance requirements facing modern hospitals, and learn how the IT security staff at DeKalb focus on meeting these demands in a way that doesn’t impact patient care. Sharon discusses, in some detail how, and why, they have decided to secure email communications with business partners and patients.

Michael Osterman on Securing Corporate Email Communications

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 17:28:02 -0700

Securing Laptop Computers at Baylor University

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 16:23:53 -0700

Colleges and universities, in addition to being perhaps the largest and most visible of our educational institutions, have also become large businesses. And, the history of notorious IT security breaches certainly includes the names some of our best known universities. Because of the open nature of college campuses and the tradition of academic freedom, IT managers for these institutions, face some unique challenges when protecting the data assets of the university and it’s staff, faculty, and students. Jon Allen, Information Security Officer at Baylor University, recently led their effort to implement a full disk encryption solution to secure confidential data on laptop computers. In this PGP Podcast he explains why and how the university embarked on this project to secure faculty and staff portable computers.

Richard Clarke on the Threat of Cyber-Terrorism

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 13:11:55 -0700

Richard Clarke is an internationally recognized expert on security and counter-terrorism. He worked in government service for over 30 years in the Department of Defense, the State Department, and as a senior White House Advisor for the last three Presidents. Mr. Clarke served as the National Coordinator for Security and Counterterrorism, and as Special Advisor to the President for Cyber Security. He is currently the Chairman of security firm Good Harbor Consulting and is the author of several books including his latest novel, "Breakpoint." In this episode of PGP Podcasts, Richard Clarke talks with Doug McLean, Vice President for Emerging Markets Channels at PGP Corporation. They discuss how state and local government IT organizations are attempting to deal with privacy issues and with the threats related to cyber-terrorism. He also assesses the effectiveness of our current response to cyber-terrorism. And, he specifically addresses recent news stories alleging that some organizations in China are already engaging in cyber-attacks on the U.S.

Colleen Ebel on Implementing Encryption

Thu, 20 Sep 2007 15:06:09 -0700

The University of Florida Health Science Center is a word leader in medical and health science research. The Center’s six affiliated colleges teach more than 6,000 students a year in a wide variety of medical disciplines. The Health Science Center IT department finds itself in a challenging role since it needs to meet the information and security needs of both an academic institution and a healthcare provider. This episode of PGP Security Podcasts features a conversation with Colleen Ebel, the Chief Information Security Officer for the University of Florida Health Science Center. The Center has recently implemented a strategy to encrypt all of it’s portable computers. Colleen will discuss why they decided to take this step, what planning considerations were most important, and how they evaluated encryption products. She’ll also review some lessons learned from their implementation. You’ll find their experiences interesting and informative, especially if you’re considering a similar strategy.

Latest Data Breach Research with Dr. Larry Ponemon

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 12:13:53 -0700

Dr Larry Ponemon is a pioneer in the development of privacy audits, privacy risk management, and ethical information management. He is frequently quoted in articles on privacy, data security, and business ethics by the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Washington Post, and many others. Dr. Ponemon is the founder and director of the Ponemon Institute - dedicated to developing research and best practices related to data security and data protection. In this episode of PGP Security Podcasts, Kevin Bocek, Senior Manager of PGP’s product marketing group, talks with Dr. Ponemon about the findings of his latest research. They’ll discuss – among other things – updates related to the the “Cost of a Data Breach” study, including an assessment of how customers react to learning their personal information has been compromised and how corporations typically respond to significant breaches. They also compare how attitudes about these issues differ between U.S. and European companies

Interview with Philip Casesa of (ISC)2

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 10:49:48 -0700

(ISC)2 is is recognized as a world-wide leader in educating information security professionals throughout their careers. Founded in 1989, it has certified thousands of IT security professionals around the world. Philip Casesa, IT Operations Manager for (ISC)2, joins us to explain how an organization entrusted with educating security professionals around the globe views it’s own data security strategy. Philip will explain about how (ISC)2 protects its intellectual property and brand, and he'll discuss how recent security breaches have sparked a new wave of security thinking at (ISC)2.

Phil Dunkelberger: The Insanity of Enterprise Security

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 14:08:30 -0700

On June 26th, Phil Dunkelberger, President and CEO of PGP Corporation gave a presentation to Senior IT managers at the InfoWorld Enterprise Data Protection Forum in New York City. In his discussion, titled “The Insanity of Enterprise Security,” Phil described how members of his audience - who are faced with an increasingly complex and threatening IT landscape - were continually being asked to do more with less. Phil describes recent research that reveals the high costs associated with lost customer data and explains why investing in a unified corporate strategy for enterprise data protection represents good fiscal policy.

Jon Callas on Enterprise Data Protection

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 09:40:13 -0700

Enterprise Data Protection is a term that’s being used in the IT security community to describe a comprehensive approach to protecting corporate, customer, and personal data. A few weeks ago, we talked with Jim Reavis of the Reavis Consulting Group about this idea of Enterprise Data Protection. We thought it would be interesting for you to hear a different perspective on this subject, so we’ve asked Jon Callas to join us. Jon is the Chief Technology Officer for PGP Corporation and in this podcast, he is interviewed by Dave De Jear, Director of Public Relations for PGP Corporation. In addition to defining, describing, and clarifying this concept of EDP, they’ll also discuss it in the context of some recent and noteworthy security news stories.

Jim Reavis - Insider Threats to Data

Thu, 31 May 2007 16:50:00 -0700

This podcast is the second of our two conversations with Jim Reavis of the Reavis Consulting Group. In it, Jim talks with Dave De Jear, Director of Public Relations for PGP Corporation, about the insider threat to corporate data. He discusses the scope of the problem and talks about the barriers that sometimes prevent companies from dealing with it effectively. Jim passes along a couple of insider threat war stories that are “ripped from the headlines” and describes what companies can do “post compromise” to attenuate the problem. Finally, in what has become a signature part of his approach to dealing with these issues, he gives us his top ten list of things companies should know about the insider threat to data. Jim Reavis is president of the Reavis Consulting Group. He has worked in IT security as an entrepreneur, writer, speaker, technologist and business strategist for nearly two decades. He advises some of the country’s most successful companies on both traditional and information security issues.

Phil Dunkelberger - CBS Interview on Encryption

Thu, 17 May 2007 18:02:45 -0700

Phil Dunkelberger, President and CEO of PGP Corporation, was recently interviewed by Larry Magid of CBS News. Magid observes that the news has been filled with stories about the loss of important computer data by government agencies, including the IRS. Phil and Larry discuss the importance of these data breaches and explore the ways encryption technology can play a role in protecting valuable data. Phil describes how encryption can be deployed and managed, and he explains how some encryption solutions can affect the user experience. They also discuss how the deployment of encryption should be combined with good management practices to insure that data is protected at all times.

Jim Reavis Explains Enterprise Data Protection

Thu, 10 May 2007 11:27:03 -0700

Jim Reavis is president of the Reavis Consulting Group. He has worked in IT security as an entrepreneur, writer, speaker, technologist and business strategist for nearly two decades. He advises some of the country’s most successful companies on both traditional and information security issues. “Enterprise Data Protection” is a relatively new expression that is increasingly being used in the IT community to describe the strategies required to protect corporate and personal data. In this telephone conversation with Andrew Krcik, Vice President of Corporate Marketing for PGP Corporation, Jim helps to define Enterprise Data Protection (EDP). He talks about the trends driving EDP, he discusses the risks when companies settle for something less than a comprehensive EDP plan, and outlines the ten most important things that IT managers should know about Enterprise Data Protection.

Phil Zimmermann - Perspectives on Privacy

Thu, 26 Apr 2007 11:41:23 -0700

In 1991, Phil Zimmermann, a computer programmer and encryption specialist, created a software program that enabled individuals to encode their email using the strongest encryption methods available. Zimmermann, an advocate for personal privacy who had been active in the peace movement, was concerned that governments intended to prevent individuals from having access to strong encryption technologies. His PGP software (PGP stood for 'Pretty Good Privacy') was uploaded to a few bulletin board systems and subsequently downloaded by countless computer users around the globe. In 1993, the U.S. Customs Service, believing that Zimmermann had violated the Arms Export Control Act, began an investigation. After three years, he was never charged and the investigation was terminated. Phil, and others, went on to found PGP, Inc., the precursor to today's PGP Corporation. In this PGP Security Podcast, Phil talks with Jon Callas, Chief Technical Officer of PGP Corporation, about the factors that motivated him to create PGP and they discuss how privacy issues and concerns have evolved with the growth of the internet.

Rhonda MacLean on the TJX Breach

Wed, 11 Apr 2007 10:15:54 -0700

On January 17, the TJX companies issued a press release stating it had “suffered an unauthorized intrusion into its computer systems...” Two months later we now know that this was the largest computer breach in history. At least 45 million credit and debit card numbers were compromised along with driver's license and social security card numbers. TJX customers in the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, the U.K., and Ireland have been affected. Rhonda MacLean is the founder of MacLean Risk Partners, LLC, and former leader of Bank of America’s Corporate Global Information Security Group. She has also served as the chairperson of the Financial Services Sector Coordinating Council for Homeland Security. NetworkWorld has twice named her one of the 50 most powerful people in the network industry. In this podcast, Ms. MacLean discusses the issues behind the TJX breach and describes how other companies can work to avoid a similar breach of customer data. She is interviewed by Andrew Krcik, VP of Corporate Marketing for PGP Corporation.

Bruce Schneier at RSA 2007

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 18:56:11 -0700

Trends in information security for 2006 and predictions for 2007. On February 8, Bruce Schneier spoke to a group at the 2007 RSA Conference in San Francisco. He reviewed the highlights and trends in the security landscape for 2006 and made some predictions about what we can expect to see in 2007. Topics Bruced discussed included increased use of encryption, standards for storage and server encryption, the viability of identity-based encryption, adoption of secure coding practices, and a number of other interesting and informative topics of interest to the information security community.

Dr. Larry Ponemon at RSA2007

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 18:56:11 -0700

Latest research - how enterprises plan for and deploy encryption. On February 7, Dr. Larry Ponemon of the Ponemon Institute spoke to a group at the 2007 RSA Conference in San Francisco. Dr. Ponemon is considered by many to be the leading researcher into the implications, costs, and practices associated with data security, privacy, identity theft. In this presentation, he discuss the findings of his latest research in to how enterprise IT organizations plan for and implement encryption technology. He explores best practices about related to the use of encryption as a key component in data encryption strategy.

Howard Schmidt at RSA 2007

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 18:00:54 -0700

Past White House cybersecurity Czar - security threats we should be watching. Howard Schmidt served as the White House cybersecurity czar from 2001 to 2003. He has worked as the chief security officer at Microsoft and eBay, and is the current president of the Information Systems Security Association. In this on talk on February 6th at the 2007 RSA Conference, Howard shared his views on trends in the threat environment that deserve our special attention. He discusses how threats have evolved, increased attacks on applications, problems with peeer-to-peer, the aggregation of stolen data for sale worldwide.

Phil Dunkelberger at the Commonwealth Club

Fri, 09 Mar 2007 13:40:27 -0800

On September 17th 2006, Phil Dunkelberger, President and CEO of PGP Corporation, spoke to the Commonwealth Club of California in San Francisco. He addressed the topic of Safety in Cyberspace and explained how the internet security threats we read about in the news can affect all of us. Scanning the headlines makes it clear that his cautionary message is even more relevant today. Tom Waller, Chair of the Business and Leadership Forum of the Commonwealth Cub, introduces Mr. Dunkelberger.