Holding the line: Service provider security

About this episode

This episode explores the security challenges faced by service providers and how to defend against cyber threats.

Service providers are the backbone of modern connectivity — but why are they such attractive targets for cyber actors, and what happens when critical networks go down? In this episode, Martin Lee joins Amy to explore the shifting threat landscape for service providers, asking how defenders can spot silent intrusions, what trade-offs must be considered when patching, and how industry collaboration helps prevent widespread disruptions. Join us as we unpack real-world examples and offer practica...

People in this episode

Guest: Martin Lee

Topics covered

• service provider security
• cybersecurity
• threat landscape
• network disruptions

Keywords

• connectivity
• silent intrusions
• patching trade-offs
• industry collaboration

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