Analyzing critical legal trends and developments across data, cyber, AI and digital regulations from around the world and beyond borders

In this episode, Brian Hengesbaugh, Global Chair of Data Privacy and Security, is joined by Cy Vance, Global Chair of Cybersecurity based in New York, as they discuss the current cybersecurity threat landscape from a government, enforcement and litigation perspective. Listen in to hear about:

  • Cy’s background as the former Manhattan District Attorney for 12 years, including his experience focusing on cybersecurity issues and building the District Attorney Office’s capability to address emerging threats to critical infrastructure
  • Key steps to prepare for and protect against cyber-attacks in this current threat environment
  • Ransomware payments and what factors organizations may want to consider from both public policy and practical perspectives in deciding whether to pay a ransomware actor

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Author

Brian Hengesbaugh is Global Chair of Baker McKenzie's Data & Cyber Practice. Formerly special counsel to the general counsel of the US Department of Commerce, Brian played a key role in the development and implementation of the US Government’s domestic and international policy in the area of privacy and electronic commerce. In particular, he served on the core team that negotiated the US-EU Safe Harbor Privacy Arrangement (Safe Harbor) and earned a Medal Award from the US Department of Commerce for this service.

Author

Cyrus Vance Jr. is a partner in Baker McKenzie's North America Litigation and Government Enforcement Practice as well as the Firm's Global Compliance and Investigations Practice. He is based in New York and serves as Global Chair of the Cybersecurity Practice.