David R Owen

David R Owen

May 02, 2023 | New York Law Journal

To Pay or Not to Pay? Key Factors to Consider When Ransomware Strikes

While strong and up-to-date security is usually effective to stop most technical attacks, even the best security in the world can be defeated by attacking the more fallible human vulnerabilities.

By David R. Owen, Kenneth Ritz and Alexa Moses

8 minute read

March 04, 2022 | New York Law Journal

When Security Fails: Increasing Focus at the SEC on Cybersecurity Disclosure and Internal Controls

To assist investors in understanding evolving risks, the Securities and Exchange Commission has shown a steadily increasing focus on cybersecurity disclosures in recent years, and that trend is almost certain to continue with new rule amendments expected in April of this year.

By David R. Owen, Kenneth Ritz and Alexa Moses

9 minute read

July 15, 2019 | New York Law Journal

The Rising Risk of Ransomware and the Role of the Legal Team

The only proven way for an organization to beat a ransomware attack is to ensure it never becomes a victim in the first place.

By David R. Owen

8 minute read