Cybersecurity Awesomeness Podcast – Episode 129: Cybersecurity Awareness Month – Data Security and Software Updates

Data is at the heart of every organization’s success and every attacker’s target. Yet, many enterprises struggle to fully understand where their data resides, what it contains, and how to protect it effectively. Add to that the constant need for software and system updates, and it’s clear why even seasoned IT professionals find maintaining strong cybersecurity hygiene a challenge.

In this episode of the Cybersecurity Awesomeness podcast, Chris Steffen, VP of Research at EMA, and Ken Buckler, Research Director at EMA, discuss two essential yet often overlooked cybersecurity fundamentals: data security and software updates.

Join Chris and Ken as they discuss:

• Why data discovery and classification are the foundation of effective cybersecurity.

• How to identify and prioritize sensitive vs. important data.

• The real-world risks of neglected software and operating system updates.

• Practical steps to strengthen your organization’s cyber resilience—starting with the basics.

Whether you’re an information security practitioner, IT leader, or technology decision-maker, this podcast will help you take actionable steps toward protecting your organization’s most valuable asset—its data.