Seeking Insights: The Silent Tone in Cybersecurity Discussions

Hello, cybersecurity enthusiasts!

I am Raphael Satter, a journalist who recently covered a story detailing how the cybersecurity industry has seemingly retreated into silence following the recent controversies involving former CISA chief Chris Krebs and his company, SentinelOne. The article has generated a considerable amount of conversation, and I’m eager to engage further with the community.

The report highlights the ramifications of the White House’s criticisms directed at Krebs and SentinelOne, and I’m interested in hearing firsthand accounts from professionals in the field. Specifically, I would like to understand whether there are underlying factors contributing to this silence.

I invite anyone working in cybersecurity to share their experiences with the following questions:

1. Have your employers encouraged you to refrain from discussing this situation or related matters on social media?
2. Do you feel that your own research on cybersecurity or disinformation topics has been hindered due to concerns about potential backlash from the current administration?

Your insights could provide crucial context to this phenomenon and help foster a more comprehensive discussion about the current climate in the cybersecurity landscape. Thank you for your input!