Cyber attacks stand among the foremost risks facing businesses today. A breach of consumer data or loss of trade secrets can cause enormous financial, legal, and reputational harm, and emerging threats may result in the disruption, destruction, or manipulation of critical systems or connected devices across the Internet of Things. Regulatory scrutiny likewise is increasing as new regulators enter a field that already has seen a proliferation of rules and regulatory guidance. Moreover, enforcement actions and putative class litigation now not only follow cyber attacks, but increasingly are initiated based only on purported vulnerabilities or allegedly inadequate procedures—not an actual hack. And the glare of press or congressional scrutiny can compound challenges facing victim companies.
As General Counsel of the National Security Agency, I saw firsthand the importance of addressing cyber threats in a coordinated and risk-based manner. I am proud now to lead a team of Cybersecurity & Data Privacy lawyers who deliver strategic advice and practical thinking on this crucial topic. While we provide counsel on a broad range of complex cybersecurity and data privacy issues—from board governance, supply chain and vendor management, and regulatory compliance to data breach preparation, response and litigation—our priority remains simple: to help clients safeguard their businesses and maintain the trust of key stakeholders.
National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) provides businesses an opportunity to consider their posture with respect to cyber threats. To advance those conversations, we will participate in a series of activities in October that offer incisive thinking on a wide range of cybersecurity issues. As a 2016 NCSAM Champion, we look forward to sharing relevant information and hope you will join us for some or all of the upcoming programs. Additional program information and thought leadership, including our new guide, Cybersecurity Regulation in the United States: Governing Frameworks and Emerging Trends, will be circulated throughout the month.
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