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Hello everyone and welcome to CyberWire X, a series of specials where we highlight

important security topics affecting organizations around the world.

I'm Dave Bitner.

Today's episode is titled The Cybersecurity Paradox.

The Cybersecurity Space is nothing if not crowded,

yet despite all the fantastic offers and promises being made by vendors,

the sober reality persists that spending has not equated to improved security.

For example, a recent industry survey revealed that improved security

budgets are focused on detection and containment controls.

Even though 70% of security experts believe that a greater focus on prevention would strengthen their security posture.

For insights on this contradiction, I speak with Robert Olson, Senior Managing Director of Cybersecurity, Information Security, and

Information Technology Strategy at Advisory Firm and Kura.

Later, we'll be joined by Steve Salinas, head of product marketing at Deep Instinct,

as he addresses this paradox of why organizations are spending their scarce budget

in ways that are contrary to their interests.

A program note, each CyberWire X special features two segments.

In the first part we'll hear from our industry expert on the topic at hand, and in the second

part we'll hear from our show sponsor for their point of view.

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