In this eye-opening episode of The Segment, we welcome Brett Johnson—once known as the "Original Internet Godfather" and a former U.S. Most Wanted cybercriminal. Now a reformed expert, Brett works to help law enforcement and organizations stay ahead of digital threats.Together, we explore the chilling reality of modern cyber threats, deepfake technology, and the manipulation of perception in an increasingly digital world. Brett shares his insights on why “the perception of reality is more important than reality itself,” how AI is fueling new forms of deception, and why personal relationships and trust are more critical than ever in cybersecurity.In this episode we also discuss:Why defenders continue to fall shortThe biggest misconceptions about cybercriminalsWhy billion-dollar security budgets aren’t enoughThe role of regulations in shaping cybersecurity cultureWhy most cyberattacks succeed due to simple oversights, not sophisticated tacticsHow organizations can force attackers to adapt by closing common security gapsThe importance of layered security and data-driven threat detection Stay Connected with our host, Raghu on LinkedInFor more information about Illumio, check out our website at illumio.com

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