NSA Ghosts RSA: Where’s the State of the Hack?
RSAC 2025 is missing its usual star attraction: the NSA’s State of the Hack panel. With federal cyber officials and military network defenders largely absent, attendees are left to wonder if the NSA’s new stealth mode includes skipping public speaking. So, grab a seat for Hollywood’s take on cyber conflict instead!
Hot Take:
The NSA’s absence at the RSA Conference is like showing up to a magic show only to find out the magician called in sick. Everyone’s left wondering where the tricks are and who will pull a rabbit out of the cybersecurity hat. Meanwhile, the FBI and a lone CISA panelist are left to sweep the stage, trying not to trip over the tumbleweeds.
Key Points:
- The NSA’s highly anticipated “State of the Hack” panel was unexpectedly canceled.
- CISA and other government cyber officials have a minimal presence at this year’s RSA Conference.
- The absence is partly due to unfilled leadership roles and recent resignations at CISA.
- Homeland Security boss Kristi Noem is slated to present her vision for America’s cyber defense.
- Ex-CISA chiefs Easterly and Krebs are present, discussing past and future cyber policies.
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