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David Leichner
Verified
Columnist, Authority Magazine
Tel Aviv
Beats
Biography
David started his career in network security at one of the leading banks on Wall Street and a large US defense contractor. David has authored many articles and blogs and has presented at conferences around the globe on the topic of cyber security. David has over 25 years of marketing and sales executive management experience garnered from leading tech companies including Information Builders, Magic Software, Gilat Satellite Networks, BluePhoenix Solutions and SQream. At Cybellum, provider of the leading product security platform for automotive, medical device and industrial equipment manufacturers, David is responsible for creating and executing the marketing strategy and managing the global marketing team that forms the foundation for Cybellum’s market penetration. David is also the Chairman of the Israeli Friends and Member of the Board of Trustees of the Jerusalem College of Technology and a mentor to MBA students at the Hebrew University.
medical device product security, hacking of connected products and continuous vulnerability monitoring. attacks on critical infrastructure, automotive product securityCybersecurity, SBOMs
Content
By David Leichner| Authority Magazine Verified Thank you so much for joining us in this interview series! Can you share with us the 'backstory' of how you decided to pursue this career path in AI? I've always been drawn to the idea that technology can bridge gaps between our digital and physical worlds. Early on, I saw a concrete challenge facing e-commerce: creating product images was incredibly expensive and time-consuming, and often didn't give consumers enough context to make confident decisions.
By David Leichner| Authority Magazine Verified Success is rarely a solo effort, and I’ve been fortunate to work with people who not only believe in the vision but also push each other to grow and innovate. As a part of our series about the future of Artificial Intelligence, I had the pleasure of interviewing Veronica Lin, Head of Brand and Strategy at PalUp.Veronica Lin is Head of Brand and Strategy at PalUp. Veronica grew up in Israel in a culture of perseverance and technology advancements.
By David Leichner| Authority Magazine Verified An Interview With David LeichnerDavid Leichner·FollowPublished inAuthority Magazine·10 min read·--Just like that early bug in VOIP systems taught me about subtle vulnerabilities, we’ve learned that AI-powered attacks often exploit minor weaknesses in data protection. Strong classification, encryption, and access controls are crucial — not just for compliance, but to prevent AI systems from gathering data to refine their attacks.
Company Info
Authority Magazine
Authority Magazine is a digital publication and media platform founded by Yitzi Weiner. It focuses on thought leadership by featuring interviews with industry experts, executives, and innovators across various sectors, including business, finance, technology, and social impact. The magazine produces in-depth articles and interviews, often centered around themes like leadership strategies and industry trends. It also runs the Thought Leader Incubator program, which helps professionals enhance their expertise through media exposure and content creation. Authority Magazine collaborates with organizations to share insights from executives, showcasing leaders from diverse fields such as fintech and publishing. Operating primarily online, Authority Magazine leverages digital platforms to distribute its content. It specializes in structured storytelling to elevate thought leaders and appeals to a wide professional audience by covering a range of topics.
Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Founded: 2018