The Silence of the Cybersecurity Sector: Seeking Insights from Industry Professionals

Hello, cybersecurity community! My name is Raphael Satter, and I am one half of the reporting team behind a recent article detailing the unsettling silence from the information security industry following the White House’s criticism of former CISA chief Chris Krebs and his company, SentinelOne. The response to our piece has been significant, and I appreciate the engaged discussion it has generated.

As we delve deeper into this matter, I am keen to gather perspectives from professionals within this subreddit. Specifically, I would like to know:

1. Have you experienced any pressure from your employers to refrain from commenting on this incident or the broader implications involving figures like Trump and Musk within the new administration?

2. Do you believe that any research efforts related to cybersecurity or disinformation that you have been involved in are being stifled due to concerns about potential backlash from the administration?

Your insights are invaluable and can help shed light on the current climate within the cybersecurity field. I look forward to hearing your thoughts and experiences on this critical issue. Thank you for your contributions!