Recently, Theresa Payton, the former Chief Information Officer of the White House during George W. Bush's presidency, has issued warnings about potential threats that individuals could pose to companies via the Internet in the near future. One general recommendation is to limit the amount of personal information shared online, especially on platforms like Google Maps. Google provides a list of steps to blur images in its service, such as the facade of a house, to maintain privacy.
Payton suggests implementing temporary emails in high-risk transactions and using encrypted providers to protect corporate information. Despite changes in the presidential administration in the United States, digital commerce continues to advance in North America, increasing the vulnerability of companies in Mexico to potential security breaches. In this context, the American company Liberty Networks, led by Ray Collins, is investing in a project to install a submarine fiber optic cable between Veracruz and Florida, strengthening commercial connections between both countries.
In this context of changes and technological advancements, Payton advises companies to consider urgent security measures. For example, it is recommended to review action plans in case of GPS system failures, which are becoming more frequent. There are also warnings about potential threats such as the hijacking of supply chains of critical infrastructures through quantum computing, which could require contingency plans and manual emergency processes. For CEOs, there is a warning about the possibility of threats like quantum DNA theft and honey traps, making it crucial to train staff and consider security measures such as the use of temporary emails and blockchain.
