Catch Chris Pierson on the Schwab Network as he discusses the pre- and post-election cybersecurity threats.
Tactics might include ransomware on state or local systems, swatting attacks on election offices, and DDOS disruption.
You can watch the two minute clip here:
https://schwabnetwork.com/video/cybersecurity-stocks-to-watch-amid-cyber-threats-to-u-s-election
Orlando, FL – October 31, 2024 – BlackCloak, the Pioneer in Digital Executive Protection for executives and senior leaders, high-net-worth individuals, and family offices, announced it is the winner of Cyber Defense Magazine’s Top Infosec Innovator 2024 award as the Market Leader in Digital Executive Protection. This recognition reflects BlackCloak’s commitment to providing unparalleled digital protection for high-net-worth individuals and corporate executives, positioning it as an essential tool in every CISO’s technology arsenal.
BlackCloak has also been named a finalist in Cyber Defense Magazine’s complementary award, the 2024 Black Unicorn Awards. The Black Unicorn Awards annually honor the most innovative and promising cybersecurity companies. Being named a finalist underscores BlackCloak’s role in shaping the future of cybersecurity with its unique and comprehensive approach to digital protection.
“We are honored to be recognized as a finalist in the 2024 Black Unicorn Awards,” said Dr. Chris Pierson, CEO and Founder of BlackCloak. “This nomination affirms our dedication to delivering cutting-edge solutions that protect the personal digital lives of our clients with an industry differentiated member-first concierge cybersecurity and privacy service. We remain steadfast in our mission to set new standards in personal cybersecurity.”
The personal and professional lives of executives are deeply intertwined. Traditional cybersecurity measures often fall short when it comes to protecting the personal digital footprint of high-level executives, leaving a significant vulnerability that cybercriminals can exploit. BlackCloak bridges this gap by offering a holistic and proactive approach to cybersecurity.
Holistic Protection: BlackCloak’s solutions encompass every aspect of an executive’s digital life, from personal devices and home networks to online identities. This all-encompassing protection ensures that executives are safeguarded from threats that extend beyond the corporate environment.
Advanced Threat Detection: Leveraging state-of-the-art technology, including artificial intelligence and machine learning, BlackCloak provides real-time monitoring and rapid response to potential security breaches. This proactive threat detection is crucial for staying ahead of evolving cyber threats.
Personalized Service: BlackCloak offers bespoke security strategies tailored to the unique risk profiles of high-net-worth individuals. This personalized approach ensures that each client receives the most effective protection possible.
Concierge-Level Support: With 24/7 support and a dedicated team of cybersecurity experts, BlackCloak provides continuous guidance and assistance. This high-touch service is essential for maintaining robust security in the ever-changing digital landscape.
Privacy Enhancements: BlackCloak excels in privacy protection by removing personal information from data broker sites, securing private communications, and implementing stringent privacy settings. This focus on privacy safeguards executives from cyberattacks and other threats like doxxing and harassment.
Cross-Platform Integration: BlackCloak ensures seamless integration of security solutions across multiple devices and platforms, providing consistent and comprehensive protection wherever the executive goes.
To learn more about BlackCloak, visit blackcloak.io.
About BlackCloak
BlackCloak protects corporate executives and high-profile individuals from cybersecurity, privacy, financial, and other reputational risks. Used by Fortune 500 companies across all industries, the BlackCloak Concierge Cybersecurity & Privacy™ Platform is a holistic solution including mobile and desktop apps as well as concierge support. Executives and high-profile individuals get peace of mind knowing their family, reputation, and finances are secured. Companies rest assured that their brand, intellectual property, data, and finances are protected against threats coming through executives without having to invade their personal lives. Learn more at www.blackcloak.io, follow them on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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Recent reports reveal that Chinese hackers attempted to access data on the phones of former President Donald Trump, JD Vance, and associates of Vice President Kamala Harris. The potential repercussions are massive.
Chris Pierson emphasized the gravity of the situation: “If this is a nation state that has compromised a phone carrier and is trying to ascertain information about the campaigns, about the candidates and their inner circle, that’s of the highest level importance.”
Learn more about the implications of this breach and how metadata can be exploited to build a “pattern of life,” posing significant security risks.
Read the full article for detailed insights: https://www.newsweek.com/chinese-hackers-trump-vance-harris-intelligence-gathering-1975305
Chris Pierson, our CEO and Founder, has dedicated much of his “digital executive protection” firm’s efforts to protecting a breach point that, at times, lives beyond corporate walls and firewalls. Pierson says today’s cyberattackers bypass high-security corporate environments—the castles—by exploiting less-defended personal email accounts.
“If the castle walls are high, don’t attack the king and queen there. Go attack them down at the summer cottage, right? You attack them where there are less controls, but the same target,” Pierson told IT Brew.
Pierson, along with other cybersecurity pros who spoke with IT Brew, gathered a checklist of controls to avoid turning personal compromises into corporate ones.
Read the full article here: https://www.itbrew.com/stories/2024/10/23/how-to-protect-an-exec-s-personal-email
Check out this gripping story about the Carleo family’s battle with scammers who stole $130,000. Our CEO and founder, Chris Pierson, shares insights into how cybercriminals target high-net-worth individuals and the essential measures needed to protect personal and financial assets.
As the 2024 election approaches, scammers are ramping up their tactics, from AI deepfakes to fake fundraising links. BlackCloak’s CEO, Chris Pierson, shares crucial insights on how to stay vigilant and protect yourself from these threats.
“Don’t be preyed upon,” Pierson warns. “Always verify information and never pay to register to vote.”
Stay informed and stay safe. Read the full article to learn more about these scams and how to protect yourself.
From Ohio school computers to nationwide hospital operations and Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, cyberattacks are compromising vast areas of society. Family offices are no exception, with ultra-high-net-worth individuals being a top target for criminal groups around the world.
“Even though family offices might be small employee-wise, they really need to think of themselves like medium-sized companies, because the assets they control be be significant,” said Michael Ehrlich, former chief of operations for a cyber defense group at the U.S. National Security Agency. “It’s surprising the number of businesses and family offices that have in the past four or five years fallen victim to business email compromise attacks and wired money completely to the wrong account, with the best of intentions.”
Ehrlich is now a founding partner of Trifident, a cybersecurity consultancy that works with single and multi-family offices ranging from 30 to 250 employees. In a survey by J.P. Morgan Private Bank of 190 family offices, with an average net worth of $1.4 billion, 24% said they’ve been hit with a cyberattack, and 40% view cybersecurity as a top area of concern.
“We’re trying to help family offices rethink cybersecurity,” said Ileana van der Linde, head of cyber advisory at J.P. Morgan. “A lot of them believe this is a technology problem. But most cyberattacks don’t happen through technology; they happen because of people and process.”
Discover how BlackCloak is revolutionizing digital executive protection with insights from CEO and Co-founder Chris Pierson, who shares their recent $17 million Series B funding success and future plans for scaling their proprietary technology and concierge-level services. Tune in to find out why investors are excited about BlackCloak’s unique approach to safeguarding high-profile individuals and their families.
In this episode, Dr. Chris Pierson and Ron Duncan, discuss the convergence of executive protection and cybersecurity, highlighting the importance of digital executive protection. They delve into the understanding of risks and pain points by CSOs and CISOs, and also touch upon future plans. Join the conversation as they provide insights and explore the evolving landscape of executive protection.
Watch the interview here: https://vimeo.com/1007911319
New Funding Will Help BlackCloak Improve Protection Against Rising Cyberthreats
A startup led by the Royal Bank of Scotland’s former privacy leader raised $17 million to provide threat modeling and deepfake protection to C-suites and boards.
Orlando-based BlackCloak said the Series B funding will help the digital executive protection vendor scale both its product development and concierge services to help protect high-profile individuals from cyberthreats in their personal lives. Growing BlackCloak’s engineering and security teams will enable the company to offer deepfake protection, threat intelligence and incident response tailored to executives.
“This is different than any other mission that’s been out there,” founder and CEO Chris Pierson told Information Security Media Group. “We’re the pioneer. We’re the first company that is here, tackling this issue for corporations. We need to grow the engineering team and the product team.”
Read the rest of the article here: https://www.bankinfosecurity.com/blackcloak-raises-17m-to-boost-cybersecurity-for-executives-a-26300
