Seeking Insights on Industry Silence: A Journalist’s Call to Action

Dear cybersecurity community,

I’m Raphael Satter, a journalist recently involved in reporting a compelling story regarding the noticeable silence within the cybersecurity industry in response to the White House’s critiques directed at former CISA chief Chris Krebs and his company, SentinelOne. If you’re interested, you can find the article here.

The reactions and discussions that have emerged from the piece have been quite revealing, and it has prompted me to reach out to you for further insights.

I am particularly keen to understand the experiences of professionals in this field. Specifically, I would appreciate your feedback on two key points:
1. Have your supervisors requested that you refrain from commenting on social media regarding this situation or the broader implications involving figures like Trump, Musk, and the current administration?
2. Do you believe that any research related to cybersecurity or disinformation that you are working on might be hindered due to concerns about repercussions from the administration?

Your feedback is invaluable. I strive to accurately report on the challenges and dynamics influencing our industry and your input can help illuminate the realities that many may be facing right now. Thank you for considering sharing your experiences, and I look forward to hearing from you.

Best,
Raphael Satter