DigiCert’s Bindi Davé on Digital Trust in Cybersecurity

In this episode of Ahead of the Breach, Casey speaks with Bindi Davé, Deputy CISO at DigiCert, who shares her extensive experience in cybersecurity, focusing on the critical importance of digital trust in today’s interconnected world. She discusses how organizations can establish trust in digital communications and the role of zero trust principles in enhancing security. 

 

Bindi also explores the dual nature of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity, highlighting both its potential to improve efficiency and the risks it poses if mismanaged. Additionally, she emphasizes the need for automation in managing crypto assets to ensure compliance and agility in an evolving threat landscape. 

 

Topics discussed:

 

• The significance of digital trust in ensuring secure online interactions and transactions in an increasingly connected world. 
• How zero trust principles can enhance security by continuously verifying user identities and access rights across digital platforms.
• The dual-edged nature of artificial intelligence in cybersecurity, highlighting its potential benefits and inherent risks when misused.
• The importance of establishing trust in AI systems and ensuring the integrity of data fed into machine learning models.
• Strategies for automating the management of crypto assets to maintain compliance and prevent security breaches in organizations.
• The role of vulnerability assessments and penetration testing in identifying and mitigating security risks within digital infrastructures.
• Insights on building effective relationships between security teams and other departments to foster collaboration and enhance overall security posture.
• The need for continuous education and training in cybersecurity to keep pace with evolving threats and technologies.
• Lessons learned from past incident response experiences, emphasizing the importance of preparedness and effective communication during crises.