The Problem of Victim Blaming in Cybersecurity: Empathy, Responsibility & Ethical Practices

In this episode of the Shared Security Podcast, we are joined by Andra Zaharia, host of the Cyber Empathy, and 'We Think We Know' podcasts. Andra shares her insights on the serious problem of victim-blaming in cybersecurity. Drawing from her extensive 15-year background in communication and growth through educational content, Andra explains the importance of empathy in cybersecurity and discusses how cybersecurity should be seen as an act of service to people. She also explores the recent 23andMe breach incident, offering a critical examination of the company's response and emphasizing the importance of companies accepting partial responsibility. This episode provides a fresh perspective on the culture and ethical considerations needed in cybersecurity.

00:00 Introduction 00:28 Who is Andra Zaharia? 01:08 The Cyber Empathy and We Think We Know Podcast 02:42 The Issue of Victim Blaming in the Industry 04:36 The Bias for Negativity in Cybersecurity 05:46 Discussing the 23andMe Breach 06:37 The Impact of Victim Blaming on Company Reputation 18:05 The Role of Empathy in Cybersecurity Teams 26:18 Conclusion and Andra's Contact Information

Show notes and links mentioned during the episode: https://sharedsecurity.net/2024/02/05/the-problem-of-victim-blaming-in-cybersecurity-empathy-responsibility-ethical-practices/

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