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Lindsey O’Donnell-Welch

Executive Editor

Lindsey O’Donnell-Welch is an award-winning journalist who strives to shed light on how security issues impact not only businesses and defenders on the front line, but also the daily lives of consumers.

In her previous position at Threatpost, Lindsey covered all aspects of the cybersecurity industry - from data privacy regulatory efforts to the evolution of underground cybercriminal marketplaces. Prior to that, Lindsey specialized in writing about microprocessors, enterprise business technology and the Internet of Things at CRN. In Lindsey’s spare time, she enjoys playing tennis and traveling.

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Featured Articles

742 articles by Lindsey O’Donnell-Welch

Cuba Ransomware Exploits Microsoft Exchange Flaws

Ransomware actors have increasingly shifted their tactics to exploit flaws as part of their initial infection vector.

Ransomware, Microsoft Exchange, Proxyshell

Wiper Malware Hits Organizations in Ukraine

Researchers observed wiper malware and DDoS attacks impacting organizations in Ukraine this week.

Malware, Cyberattack

Dridex Malware Spreads Entropy Ransomware In Recent Cyberattacks

Researchers point to a possible common origin between the Dridex malware and Entropy ransomware due to code similarities.

Malware, Ransomware

Decipher Podcast: Nitin Natarajan

Nitin Natarajan, deputy director for the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), talks about how the agency is tackling various emerging security challenges more effectively.

Podcast, CISA

Hybrid Workforces Face Unique Phishing Challenges

Phishing attacks have increased across the board over the past year as companies continue to grapple with unique remote and hybrid work environment challenges.

Phishing, Remote Work