How Exposed Is Your Personal Data? Understanding Data Brokers and Digital Footprint Risks - The CyberVault with Lawrence Genitello

14/11/2025 31 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of The CyberVault, I’m joined by Lawrence Genitello, Founder & CEO of Optery - the platform helping individuals and enterprises reclaim their digital footprint by removing personal information from hundreds of data broker sites.Lawrence has spent years operating at the intersection of privacy, security, and digital identity. His mission: make personal data protection accessible, automated, and achievable for everyone.We explore:🔍 What data brokers actually do - and why they’re a hidden risk for both individuals and enterprises🕵️‍♂️ How personal data ends up scattered across the internet without you ever knowing⚠️ Why privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA don’t offer the protection most people assume💥 The biggest myths about personal data exposure - and the realities security teams need to understand🏛️ How privacy, regulation, and security are converging into a single discipline🛡️ Practical steps anyone can take today to reduce their digital footprintIf you’ve ever wondered how much of your personal information is “out there,” or why data brokers are becoming one of the most overlooked security blind spots, this episode will open your eyes to a rapidly growing risk - and what you can do about it.Also want to learn a bit more about Optery? We have a promo code for you to check it out! Use the code: AVETIX

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