Jan de Vries Red Bee Media Head of security and cybersecurity
What are the biggest cybersecurity threats now? Given the high profile and impact of the broadcasting industry on both a domestic and international level, nation-state, hacktivist and even terrorist organisations could be considered key threat actors. Some of the more common vectors compromise, and the current reported increase in ransomware activity is also a key consideration. Potential threats specific to broadcast media companies often involve unauthorised access to systems, resulting in control of output, gaining access to pre-transmission of content for the purpose of disclosure, or impacting the integrity of transmission content. Insider and supply chain threats are also high on the agenda. How well-informed are your customers on cybersecurity issues? Like the majority of companies the world over, our customers and partners make it part of their business protocol to be cybersecurity vigilant. The spate of recent ransomware attacks – such as those affecting Acer, JBS Foods, AXA and even include phishing, malware, social engineering and business email ANY CYBERATTACK IS SCARY AND CAN HAVE A HUGE IMPACT, EVEN ON AN INDIVIDUAL
the National Basketball Association (NBA) – have again emphasised the need to constantly maintain a good cybersecurity posture. Who is in charge of cybersecurity in your organisation? I oversee Red Bee’s security and cybersecurity division, supported by various teams with expertise in this area. What best practices do you have in place to defend yourself? At Red Bee Media, we focus on processes and tools underpinned by four key criteria: identify, protect, respond and recover. Our Information Security Requirements (ISR) document includes measures based on ISO 27002 and 27011, NIST 800-53 Revision 4 and best practices within Ericsson and Red Bee Media. Additionally, Red Bee Media is part of the DPP ‘committed to security’ programme. Have you had any personal experience of a cyberattack? I have been lucky, or well-prepared. What is the scariest cybersecurity story you’ve ever heard? I would say any cyberattack is scary and can have a huge impact, even on an individual. Cyberattacks on a global scale, such as the NotPetya malware attack on Maersk, or the SolarWinds and Kaseya supply chain attacks, are the most frightening. They compare to a form of modern-day warfare, especially factoring in the collateral damage. By this, I mean companies impacted (possibly not even part of the initial target group) and the substantial costs that can incur when checking if their environments are compromised.
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