##### Content Writer # Leah Sadoian * [](#) * [](https://www.linkedin.com/in/leahsadoian/) * [](#) * [](#) * [](#) * [](#) Leah Sadoian is a cybersecurity writer based in Fresno, California. She has a unique ability to breathe life into stagnant cybersecurity topics with engaging storytelling. Outside of work, Leah enjoys long-distance cycling, playing the latest video games, and spending time with her cat Marge. She recently took up ceramics and can often be found working on the pottery wheel at her local arts studio. ### Expertise Leah's strong interest in global cybersecurity news influenced a passion for self-learning that continues to this day. This dedication has established her as an authoritative voice in the field, demonstrated by her leadership of UpGuard’s breaking threat intelligence stream, Threat Pulse. ### Experience Leah currently serves as a Content Writer at UpGuard, a role she has held for over two years. In this capacity, she publishes a frequent stream of articles relevant to the cybersecurity industry and oversees the company's monthly digital newsletter. ### Education Leah holds a Master of Science (M.S.) in College Counseling and Student Development from Azusa Pacific University. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Communication Studies from Westmont College. ## Latest from Leah Sadoian Learn more about the latest issues in cybersecurity. [What is Shadow SaaS? Causes, Risks, and Management Tips](/blog/shadow-saas) #### [What is Shadow SaaS? Causes, Risks, and Management Tips](/blog/shadow-saas) Discover what shadow SaaS is, the risks it poses, and how to detect, manage, and integrate it into your third-party risk management strategy. [](/team/leah-sadoian) [Leah Sadoian](#) July 2, 2026 [The User Risk Puzzle: Why Your Security Tools Don't Add Up](/blog/the-user-risk-puzzle) #### [The User Risk Puzzle: Why Your Security Tools Don't Add Up](/blog/the-user-risk-puzzle) Struggling to manage user risk at your organization? Discover how to unify fragmented security data for a clear, cohesive view and stronger defense. [](/team/leah-sadoian) [Leah Sadoian](#) July 2, 2026 [Why Your Organization's Security Awareness Training Isn't Working](/blog/security-awareness-training-isnt-working) #### [Why Your Organization's Security Awareness Training Isn't Working](/blog/security-awareness-training-isnt-working) Is your security awareness training failing to stop modern threats? Learn why traditional methods fail and how to build a stronger human risk strategy. [](/team/leah-sadoian) [Leah Sadoian](#) June 18, 2025 [Why Banning SaaS and AI Backfires (And What to Do Instead)](/blog/banning-saas-and-ai) #### [Why Banning SaaS and AI Backfires (And What to Do Instead)](/blog/banning-saas-and-ai) Blanket bans on SaaS and AI tools rarely work as intended—explore better risk-based strategies for secure adoption while preventing shadow IT risks. [](/team/leah-sadoian) [Leah Sadoian](#) June 11, 2025 [Shadow AI: Managing the Security Risks of Unsanctioned AI Tools](/blog/unsanctioned-ai-tools) #### [Shadow AI: Managing the Security Risks of Unsanctioned AI Tools](/blog/unsanctioned-ai-tools) Uncover the hidden risks of unapproved AI tools in your organization. Learn to detect, manage, and secure sensitive data from shadow AI threats. [](/team/leah-sadoian) [Leah Sadoian](#) August 24, 2026 [SaaS Permissions: Are Employees Granting Too Much Access?](/blog/saas-permission-management) #### [SaaS Permissions: Are Employees Granting Too Much Access?](/blog/saas-permission-management) Explore the security risks of unchecked permission management and get actionable strategies for visibility and control. [](/team/leah-sadoian) [Leah Sadoian](#) May 28, 2025 [Digital Brand Protection in the Age of Impersonation](/blog/digital-brand-protection) #### [Digital Brand Protection in the Age of Impersonation](/blog/digital-brand-protection) Fight brand impersonation and online fraud. Learn key strategies to protect your digital presence & reputation in today's cyber threat landscape. [](/team/leah-sadoian) [Leah Sadoian](#) September 8, 2026 [AI Just Rewrote the Rules of BEC: Are Your Defenses Ready?](/blog/ai-powered-phishing) #### [AI Just Rewrote the Rules of BEC: Are Your Defenses Ready?](/blog/ai-powered-phishing) Context-aware emails, deepfake voice impersonation—AI is rapidly evolving phishing. Discover these new threats and the critical defenses you need now. [](/team/leah-sadoian) [Leah Sadoian](#) July 10, 2025 [Ransomware Inc: Decoding the RaaS Business Model](/blog/decoding-the-raas-business-model) #### [Ransomware Inc: Decoding the RaaS Business Model](/blog/decoding-the-raas-business-model) RaaS turns ransomware into a scalable business. Learn more about the ecosystem, key players, and crucial defense strategies for security leaders. [](/team/leah-sadoian) [Leah Sadoian](#) July 10, 2025 [The Shadow AI Data Leak Problem No One's Talking About](/blog/shadow-ai-data-leak) #### [The Shadow AI Data Leak Problem No One's Talking About](/blog/shadow-ai-data-leak) Is your team unknowingly leaking sensitive data through its AI usage? Discover the dangers of Shadow AI and strategies for secure AI adoption at work. [](/team/leah-sadoian) [Leah Sadoian](#) August 23, 2026 [How AI is Changing The Way We Manage Cyber Exposure](/blog/ai-cyber-exposure) #### [How AI is Changing The Way We Manage Cyber Exposure](/blog/ai-cyber-exposure) Unpack the future of cyber exposure with AI—from evolving attacks to smarter defenses. Learn what’s real, what’s next, and how to stay ahead. [](/team/leah-sadoian) [Leah Sadoian](#) April 15, 2025 [Preparing for the Next Big Cyber Threat: Expert Recommendations](/blog/preparing-for-the-next-big-cyber-threat) #### [Preparing for the Next Big Cyber Threat: Expert Recommendations](/blog/preparing-for-the-next-big-cyber-threat) Get expert insights on emerging cyber threats—from AI risks to supply chain attacks—and discover actionable tips to future-proof your security. [](/team/leah-sadoian) [Leah Sadoian](#) June 30, 2025 1 / 9 [Next](?1d3d3839_page=2) ## Cybersecurity & Risk Management Blog Learn more about the latest issues in cybersecurity. #### [The Evidence Is In: UpGuard Named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Third-Party Risk Management](/blog/upguard-named-leader-in-idc-marketscape) UpGuard has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Third-Party Risk Management Services 2026 Vendor Assessment. Find out why. [](/team/cassy-van-eeden) [Cassy van Eeden](#) September 22, 2026 #### [Your First Dark Web Scan Report, Explained](/blog/your-first-dark-web-scan-report-explained) You scanned your domain. What do the results mean? [](/team/lance-turner) [Lance Turner](#) September 21, 2026 #### [We Researched Four AI Evidence Analysis Tools for TPRM. Here’s What We Found.](/blog/ai-evidence-analysis-tools-for-tprm) We researched four AI evidence-parsing tools against four criteria that security teams often overlook. None nailed all four. [](/team/cassy-van-eeden) [Cassy van Eeden](#) September 21, 2026 #### [Good Security Rating? Your Dark Web Exposure Says Otherwise](/blog/good-security-rating-your-dark-web-exposure-says-otherwise) Scan your domain to see just how exposed you are on the Dark Web. 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