From Cyber to Physical: Tackling Modern Hybrid Threats with John Cohen

May 6, 2025

From Cyber to Physical: Tackling Modern Hybrid Threats with John Cohen

John Cohen, CIS Executive Director of the Program for Countering Hybrid Threats, recently spoke with the hosts of “To the Point: Cybersecurity” about how cyber criminals are leveraging online platforms and social media not just to carry out cyberattacks, but also to influence public perception, disrupt critical infrastructure, and undermine trust. Hear real-world scenarios, like attempts to disrupt elections, attacks on local government systems, and the complex challenges that hybrid threats pose to traditional cybersecurity models, and find out what tools are available to mitigate them.

Part I

Part II