Cybersecurity Framework Overview Michael Daniel

The speaker discusses the importance of industry collaboration and government involvement in enhancing cybersecurity. The executive order aims to address the new normal of cybersecurity threats by raising baseline security levels and sharing actionable information. A framework for cybersecurity capabilities is being developed, with a focus on voluntary adoption and incentives. The speaker emphasizes the need for congressional action to embed privacy safeguards and improve information sharing.

What is the 'new normal' environment in cybersecurity as described by the speaker?

• A scenario with frequent power outages

• A situation with persistent intrusions and privacy violations

• A world where trains stop working

• A Hollywood-style Cyber-geddon

What role does the government see for itself in the executive order?

• To take over all cybersecurity operations

• To assist critical infrastructure owners in managing cyber threats

• To eliminate all cybersecurity threats

• To develop new cybersecurity software

What is a key component of the executive order's effort to improve cybersecurity?

• Creating a new internet

• Developing a framework of baseline cybersecurity capabilities

• Hiring more cybersecurity experts

• Building more data centers

What is the purpose of the voluntary program mentioned by the speaker?

• To replace existing cybersecurity frameworks

• To promote the adoption of identified cybersecurity practices

• To create new cybersecurity threats

• To enforce strict cybersecurity laws

What additional action is being sought to enhance cybersecurity according to the speaker?

• Eliminating all cybersecurity frameworks

• Reducing the number of cybersecurity professionals

• Seeking congressional action to embed privacy safeguards

• Increasing the number of cybersecurity conferences