Ep 32: Navigating AI Security: The TEST Framework Explained

33 min · 10 de feb de 2026

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In this episode of the Cyber Executive Podcast, host Marc Ashworth welcomes Terry Green-Mason, Vice President of Technology at Elevate, to discuss the critical intersection of AI and cybersecurity. Teri introduces her innovative framework, TEST, which stands for Touch, Execute, Store, and Trust, designed to help organizations navigate the complexities of AI security. She highlights the prevalent gap between the excitement surrounding AI and the reality of its associated risks, emphasizing the need for organizations to ask the right questions about data handling and AI interactions. Teri explains how her framework simplifies AI security without oversimplifying it, allowing organizations to proactively manage risks while still embracing technological advancements. Throughout the conversation, Teri shares insights on common mistakes organizations make when integrating AI tools, the importance of human oversight in AI decision-making, and the necessity of understanding data retention and context. She also discusses her children's book aimed at teaching ethics in AI, showcasing her commitment to educating the next generation about technology. The episode concludes with a call to action for security leaders to adopt the TEST framework to enhance their risk management strategies and ensure a secure AI implementation. Takeaways * "The gap between AI excitement and security reality is significant." * "Trust is not blind faith in the vendor; it's about understanding the model's behavior." * "AI doesn't live in isolation; it interacts with workflows and APIs, which can lead to unexpected risks." * "Organizations need to ask better questions about data handling and AI interactions." * "We must ensure human oversight in AI decision-making processes." * "The TEST framework simplifies AI security without oversimplifying it." * "Education on AI ethics is crucial for the next generation." * "AI should only have read-only access, not execute permissions." * "We need to reframe how we think about ongoing risks in cybersecurity." * "Trust in AI requires due diligence and understanding of the model's dependencies."

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