Checkout.com Takes a Bold Stance, SolarWinds Case Dismissed, and FCC Reverses Mandate

In this episode, host David Shipley discusses some of the most pressing issues in cybersecurity today. Checkout.com refuses to pay a ransom to cyber extortion group Shiny Hunters and instead donates to cybersecurity research. The U.S. SEC ends its long-standing case against SolarWinds and their CISO Tim Brown, highlighting ongoing debates about cybersecurity accountability. Additionally, the FCC reverses cybersecurity mandates originally set after the Salt Typhoon hacks, drawing criticism and raising questions about national security preparedness. The episode emphasizes the critical role of policy and regulation in affecting cybersecurity outcomes and encourages the tech community to participate actively in shaping better laws and frameworks. Cybersecurity Today would like to thank Meter for their support in bringing you this podcast. Meter delivers a complete networking stack, wired, wireless and cellular in one integrated solution that's built for performance and scale. You can find them at Meter.com/cst   00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message 00:51 Checkout.com Refuses Ransom and Supports Cyber Research 04:10 SEC Ends Case Against SolarWinds and CISO 08:36 FCC Reverses Cybersecurity Mandates 12:22 The Importance of Policy in Cybersecurity 14:42 Conclusion and Call to Action