Cyber Warfare

Cyber warfare is no longer something that happens behind closed
doors or in some far-off digital corner. It's happening now—and
reshaping the rules of conflict in real time. Drone strikes
controlled by apps, ransomware attacks on hospitals—today's
battleground is just as likely to be online as on the ground.
That science fiction scenario is now a critical, constant
threat-the kind that affects us all globally.


I'm really excited to introduce you to Dr. Chase Cunningham. He's
a retired Navy chief cryptologist with a wealth of experience in
cyber operations for the NSA, CIA, FBI—and more. He's the one who
pioneered zero-trust security strategies and advises top
decision-makers in government and private industry. That gives
him a front-row seat to how digital warfare is evolving—and what
that means for all of us. He's also the author of Cyber Warfare
and the gAbriel Series, where his real-world expertise comes to
life in stories that are chillingly plausible.


We talk about how cyber conflict is already playing out in
Ukraine, how different threat actors operate—and why critical
infrastructure is such a tempting target. Chase shares practical
advice on what individuals and small businesses can do to better
protect themselves. We also look at what governments are doing to
defend against these growing threats. That conversation is
eye-opening-and urgent. You won't want to miss it.
Show Notes:

[01:21] Chase is a retired Navy Chief and a cryptologist. He
also worked at the NSA. He also put Zero Trust in the formal
practice at Forrester research.

[03:24] We learn how Chase got involved with computer work
and cryptology.

[05:29] We're seeing cyber war play out in real time with
Russia and Ukraine.

[07:13] We talk about the future of war and drones.

[08:31] Cyber warfare is just the natural evolution of
conflict in the digital space. It's the bridge between espionage
and kinetic activity.

[09:40] Chase talks about the different actors in the cyber
warfare space and their primary targets.

[12:05] Critical infrastructure includes oil and gas, piping,
water systems, healthcare, and even schools.

[14:12] Some of the unique issues with dealing with the
attacks from cyber criminals.

[19:20] How the CCP plays 3D chess.

[22:26] Reducing risk and protecting ourselves includes
following best practices. 

[25:10] What the government is doing to try to mitigate cyber
risk.

[27:23] Chasing money and finding cyber crime.

[32:04] A lot of valuable assets are being developed in the
context of war.

[35:06] Chase talks about some of the things he covers in his
book. 



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