21/07/2025
Meet Joseph Steinberg, an For Dummies author, a globally recognized cybersecurity authority, and one of the top three cybersecurity influencers worldwide. With prestigious certifications like CISSP, ISSAP, ISSMP, and CSSLP, he advises businesses and governments, serves as an expert witness, and lectures on cybersecurity at Columbia University.
"Cybersecurity doesn’t need to feel like an impossible challenge.
With the right insights, each of us can take steps to protect ourselves in a digital world. This truth has guided me throughout my career—from writing technical papers to authoring books for the public, like Cybersecurity for Dummies.
But it wasn’t always this way. Early on, my writing focused exclusively on speaking to technical experts within information security and technology. That all changed when Forbes invited me to write a column 15 years ago. I wasn’t sure how my experience might connect with non-specialists, but as my readership grew, I found a new purpose in breaking down complex concepts into solutions that anyone could utilize for their own benefit.
Since then, I’ve written hundreds of articles and books, provided expert testimony in legal cases, and guided businesses to manage cyber risks. I’ve loved every moment of empowering people to feel confident in safeguarding their personal data and debunking outdated advice, like frequently changing passwords. No – you don’t have to do so.
Cyberthreats can feel overwhelming, but here’s the good news: it takes just a bit of actionable knowledge to make huge strides. Are you ready to take control of your cybersecurity? "
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