The Hidden Costs of M&A: A CISO’s Perspective on Cyber Due Diligence

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In this episode of Cyber Talks, Greg Crowley and Dwayne Smith delve into the critical role of cybersecurity in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). They discuss how cyber risks can significantly affect company valuations and the challenges that arise during these transactions.

Dwayne shares his experiences, highlighting the importance of educating stakeholders about potential security issues that could derail deals. The conversation emphasizes the need for robust security measures, including identity management and threat intelligence, to mitigate risks and ensure successful integrations.

Topics discussed include:

The impact of security breaches and incidents on M&A valuation and deal terms
What red flags can derail a merger or acquisition (privacy incidents, regulatory violations, unresolved breaches)
The most useful cybersecurity metrics and reports for due diligence
Real-world examples of integrating security tools and policies post-acquisition—and lessons learned
The role of threat intelligence and dark web monitoring in uncovering hidden risk
How to avoid post-acquisition surprises related to legacy code or unsupported infrastructure
Top security investments sellers should make to maximize future valuation

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