Patrick Coughlin

Oct 14, 2024 | splunk.com | Patrick Coughlin

On any given day, CISOs and their security teams are on the front lines battling ransomware, nation-state attacks, phishing, and other threats with the potential to compromise systems, steal critical data, and wreak havoc on the organization’s financial and reputational standing. All too often, CISOs have to be on high alert and ready to combat threats at a moment’s notice, sometimes for days on end. For CISOs and security professionals alike, the constant state of vigilance takes a toll.

Sep 3, 2024 | mdpi.com | Arshpreet Singh Badesha |Russell Frood |Marc Bailey |Patrick Coughlin

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Jun 28, 2024 | firerescue1.com | Patrick Coughlin

By Patrick Coughlin, EFOFire companies and infantry squads have more in common than chains of command, uniforms and rank structure. Both types of units must be combat-ready in order to be effective. Combat-readiness requires proper training and adequate staffing. Like engine and ladder companies, infantry squads operate as teams. Each squad member has specific tasks that enable the team to be effective.

Apr 30, 2024 | ffnews.com | Lauren Hinton |Patrick Coughlin

Splunk, the cybersecurity and observability leader, in collaboration with Enterprise Strategy Group, today released the “State of Security 2024: The Race to Harness AI” global research report. A total of 1,650 security leaders participated in the global survey, with many reporting that cybersecurity has become easier to manage compared to past years. However, cybersecurity defenders now find themselves in a race against adversaries to harness generative AI (Gen AI).

Apr 17, 2024 | splunk.com | Patrick Coughlin

What happens when a CISO, a CTO, and a CIO walk into a room? They talk about the rise of new AI deepfakes and other threats — but they also explore generative AI’s potential to add a lot of value to their businesses. They share war stories about navigating a more rigorous regulatory environment. They offer tips and strategies for understanding and managing data overwhelm. And, most importantly, they actually listen to each other.