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Torsten George

@torsten_george

Cyber Security Evangelist; Marketing Executive (Software, SaaS, Network Equipment); Product and Channel Marketing, MarCom, PR, Social Media, BizDev

 Silicon Valley, CA, USA
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Joined July 2010
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When Identity Verification Fails: Lessons from a Real-World SIM Swap and Near Account Takeover - securityweek.com/when-identi…
When Identity Verification Fails: Lessons from a Real-World SIM Swap and Near Account Takeover

When Identity Verification Fails: Lessons from a Real-World SIM Swap and Near Account Takeover

Identity confidence changes throughout every interaction and should be reassessed continuously as new risk signals emerge.

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SIM Swaps Expose a Critical Flaw in Identity Security - securityweek.com/sim-swaps-e…
SIM Swaps Expose a Critical Flaw in Identity Security

SIM Swaps Expose a Critical Flaw in Identity Security

SIM swap attacks exploit misplaced trust in phone numbers and human processes to bypass authentication controls and seize high-value accounts.

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Why Identity Security Must Move Beyond MFA via @SecurityWeek via @torsten_george - securityweek.com/why-identit…
Why Identity Security Must Move Beyond MFA

Why Identity Security Must Move Beyond MFA

By integrating identity threat detection with MFA, organizations can protect sensitive data, maintain operational continuity, and reduce risk exposure.

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Five Cybersecurity Predictions for 2026: Identity, AI, and the Collapse of Perimeter Thinking - securityweek.com/five-cybers…
Five Cybersecurity Predictions for 2026: Identity, AI, and the Collapse of Perimeter Thinking

Five Cybersecurity Predictions for 2026: Identity, AI, and the Collapse of Perimeter Thinking

The perimeter is gone. Credentials are no longer sufficient. And security can no longer rely on static controls in a dynamic threat environment.

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Welcome to Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025. This October offers organizations a critical opportunity to reassess their defenses, modernize identity protections, and enhance resilience. Check out securityweek.com/cybersecuri… via @torsten_george via @SecurityWeek to learn more.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025: Prioritizing Identity to Safeguard Critical Infrastructure

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025: Prioritizing Identity to Safeguard Critical Infrastructure

This year’s theme focuses on government entities and small and medium-sized businesses that are vital to protecting the systems and services that keep our communities running.

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025: Prioritizing Identity to Safeguard Critical Infrastructure - securityweek.com/cybersecuri…
Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025: Prioritizing Identity to Safeguard Critical Infrastructure

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025: Prioritizing Identity to Safeguard Critical Infrastructure

This year’s theme focuses on government entities and small and medium-sized businesses that are vital to protecting the systems and services that keep our communities running.

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As attackers target help desks and identity systems, traditional security perimeters are proving insufficient against agile, socially-engineered threats. Check out this article via @torsten_george via @SecurityWeek to learn how to minimize risk exposure: securityweek.com/help-desk-a…
Help Desk at Risk: Scattered Spider Shines Light on Overlook Threat Vector

Help Desk at Risk: Scattered Spider Shines Light on Overlook Threat Vector

As attackers target help desks and identity systems, traditional security perimeters are proving insufficient against agile, socially-engineered threats.

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Help Desk at Risk: Scattered Spider Shines Light on Overlook Threat Vector via @torsten_george via @SecurityWeek securityweek.com/help-desk-a…
Help Desk at Risk: Scattered Spider Shines Light on Overlook Threat Vector

Help Desk at Risk: Scattered Spider Shines Light on Overlook Threat Vector

As attackers target help desks and identity systems, traditional security perimeters are proving insufficient against agile, socially-engineered threats.

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Identity Is the New Perimeter: Why Proofing and Verification Are Business Imperatives via @torsten_george via @SecurityWeek - securityweek.com/identity-is…
Identity Is the New Perimeter: Why Proofing and Verification Are Business Imperatives

Identity Is the New Perimeter: Why Proofing and Verification Are Business Imperatives

The future of secure digital engagement depends on continuous identity verification and proofing that can scale with risk.

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Cybersecurity isn’t just about collecting data — it’s about proving your defenses work. That’s where KPIs come in. Read securityweek.com/security-th… via @torsten_george via @SecurityWeek to learn how to put cybersecurity KPIs into action.
Security Theater or Real Defense? The KPIs That Tell the Truth

Security Theater or Real Defense? The KPIs That Tell the Truth

In the end, cybersecurity isn’t just about collecting data. It’s about proving that your defenses actually work.

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Security Theater or Real Defense? The KPIs That Tell the Truth - securityweek.com/security-th…
Security Theater or Real Defense? The KPIs That Tell the Truth

Security Theater or Real Defense? The KPIs That Tell the Truth

In the end, cybersecurity isn’t just about collecting data. It’s about proving that your defenses actually work.

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Demystifying Security Posture Management - securityweek.com/demystifyin…
Demystifying Security Posture Management

Demystifying Security Posture Management

While the Security Posture Management buzz is real, its long-term viability depends on whether it can deliver measurable outcomes without adding more complexity.

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A Guide to Security Investments: The Anatomy of a Cyberattack - securityweek.com/a-guide-to-…
A Guide to Security Investments: The Anatomy of a Cyberattack

A Guide to Security Investments: The Anatomy of a Cyberattack

Organizations must recognize that security is not about the number of tools deployed, it is about ensuring those tools effectively disrupt the attack chain at every stage.

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If you gave DeepSeek a spin, did you consider #security and #privacy risks beforehand? Nice #securitytips @torsten_george securityweek.com/deepseek-ex… #infosec #cybersecurity #SMBs #startups #securityaware
DeepSeek Exposes Major Cybersecurity Blind Spot

DeepSeek Exposes Major Cybersecurity Blind Spot

Millions of uninformed users have flocked to DeepSeek and share personal information without considering security or privacy risks.

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DeepSeek Exposes Major Cybersecurity Blind Spot - securityweek.com/deepseek-ex…
DeepSeek Exposes Major Cybersecurity Blind Spot

DeepSeek Exposes Major Cybersecurity Blind Spot

Millions of uninformed users have flocked to DeepSeek and share personal information without considering security or privacy risks.

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Phishing: The Silent Precursor to Data Breaches - securityweek.com/phishing-th…
Phishing: The Silent Precursor to Data Breaches

Phishing: The Silent Precursor to Data Breaches

Phishing is more than a mere nuisance—it is a formidable precursor to destructive data breaches.

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The Biggest Inhibitor of Cybersecurity: The Human Element - securityweek.com/the-biggest…
The Biggest Inhibitor of Cybersecurity: The Human Element

The Biggest Inhibitor of Cybersecurity: The Human Element

Essential steps such as security awareness training, MFA, and Zero Trust identity management help organizations reduce the human element and stay ahead in the cybersecurity curve.

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Are you curious to how to safeguard against supply chain cyberattacks? Check out this article via @torsten_george via @SecurityWeek - securityweek.com/fortifying-…
Fortifying the Weakest Link: How to Safeguard Against Supply Chain Cyberattacks

Fortifying the Weakest Link: How to Safeguard Against Supply Chain Cyberattacks

As organizations have fortified their defenses against direct network attacks, hackers have shifted their focus to exploiting vulnerabilities in the supply chain to gain backdoor access to systems.

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Unlocking the Power of AI in Cybersecurity

Unlocking the Power of AI in Cybersecurity

As adversaries increasingly exploit AI, security practitioners must not fall behind. What does it take to unlock the full potential of AI in cybersecurity?

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