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The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast

An accessible but technical podcast about cybersecurity and the people who keep the internet safe. The podcast is built as a series of segments: we will be looking back at the last couple of weeks in cybersecurity news, talking to different people in the industry about areas of their expertise, we"re going to break apart some of the TTPs being used by adversaries, and we will even cover a little bit of hacker history.

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18:05

#179 - Hacker Holidays: Operation Flyhook

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2024/12/27

In this episode, we recount the story of Operation Flyhook - an FBI sting operation in 2000 that resulted in the arrest of two Russian hackers on American soil. It is quite the story and leaves us with some pretty heavy conclusions. This episode was written by Nathaniel Nelson, narrated by Christopher Luft, and produced by the team at LimaCharlie. Any questions or feedback can be directed to defenders@limacharlie.io

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#178 - Intel Chat: ptcpdump, Target adopts TLSH,...

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2024/12/21

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.ptcpdump is an eBPF-based version of tcpdump that adds process information to each packet. It supports filtering by process ID, process name, container ID, and Kubernetes pod name. In a recent implementation, Target's cybersecurity team adopted TLSH (Trend Micro Locality Sensitive Hash) to improve their malware detection capabilities. Huntress recently issued

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27:19

#177 - Intel Chat: Supply-Chain Firewall, Scattered...

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2024/12/12

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.Datadog Security Labs has introduced the Supply-Chain Firewall, a new open-source tool designed to protect developers from malicious and vulnerable packages sourced from PyPI and npm repositories.U.S. authorities have arrested 19-year-old Remington Goy Ogletree, known online as "remi," for allegedly breaching a U.S. financial institution and two unnamed

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31:48

#176 - The reality of modern browser threats with...

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2024/12/10

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we explore the reality of modern browser threats with John Tuckner, Founder at Secure Annex.John, the founder of Secure Annex, an innovative platform focused on helping organizations manage and secure browser extensions. With over a decade of experience in cybersecurity and technical program management, they have held key leadership roles at companies like Tines, Cyderes, and Optiv. At Tines, they spearheaded multiple initiatives, including the

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28:56

#175 - Intel Chat: Hydra dark web, DOC entity list,...

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2024/12/06

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.Russian courts have sentenced Stanislav Moiseyev, the leader of the Hydra dark web marketplace, to life imprisonment.The U.S. Commerce Department has expanded its export controls, adding nearly 140 Chinese technology companies to its "entity list." This action primarily targets firms involved in the production of computer chips, chipmaking tools, and related

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#174 - Predictions for the future of cybersecurity...

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2024/12/04

A special episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, where we look back at our conversations throughout 2024, and bring together all of the predictions for the future of cybersecurity.

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43:18

#173 - Intel Chat: ClickFix, Raspberry Robin,...

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2024/11/28

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.In recent months, cybersecurity researchers have observed a surge in the use of a social engineering technique known as "ClickFix." This method involves threat actors presenting users with deceptive error messages that prompt them to manually execute malicious commands, often by copying and pasting scripts into their systems.Raspberry Robin, also known as

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35:28

#172 - Cybercrime cottage industries with Reed...

The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast ·

2024/11/27

On today's episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we talk about cybercrime cottage industries with Reed McGinley-Stempel, the Co-Founder and CEO of StytchStytch is a platform designed to streamline authentication, authorization, and fraud prevention in a way that enhances security while minimizing user friction. Stytch serves both consumer and B2B applications, offering a variety of authentication solutions, including features like Google One-Tap and Biometrics for consumer-facing

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43:29

#171 - Intel Chat: Snowflake, Scattered Spider, CCP,...

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2024/11/23

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.U.S. authorities have identified and charged individuals responsible for a significant data breach involving Snowflake Inc., a major cloud data warehousing company. The breach resulted in the theft of approximately 50 billion records from AT&T, one of Snowflake's prominent clients.U.S. prosecutors have charged five individuals, including 22-year-old

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29:14

#170 - A novel path into cybersecurity with Jibby...

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2024/11/19

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Jibby Saetang, Security Researcher with Microsoft GHOST, about his novel path to a career in cybersecurity.With over a decade of experience in watch and jewelry repair, Jibby developed an impressive eye for detail and a knack for solving complex problems. These skills translated seamlessly into the world of cybersecurity, where Jibby found an unexpected yet perfect fit. Driven by a passion for learning, Jibby dove into the KC7

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37:42

#169 - Intel Chat: Tools, N. Korean IT workers,...

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2024/11/15

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.MFASweep is a PowerShell script that attempts to log in to various Microsoft services using a provided set of credentials and will attempt to identify if MFA is enabled. CVE2CAPEC is a tool developed by Galeax that automates the process of mapping Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVEs) to Common Weakness Enumerations (CWEs), Common Attack Pattern

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#168 - Intel Chat: Latrodectus, WarmCookie,...

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2024/10/31

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.VMRay's analysis on Latrodectus highlights the malware family’s development, detailing how it evolved from simple loaders to highly evasive, sophisticated malware.The WarmCookie malware is a recent, persistent threat known for its self-updating capabilities, specifically designed to evade security tools and establish long-term presence in systems. Fortinet

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37:11

#167 - Running and MDR company with Joshua Sitta,...

The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast ·

2024/10/30

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we talk about running and MDR company with Joshua Sitta, Co-Founder and CTO at Sittadel.My guest today is Joshua Sitta, the co-founder and CTO of Sittadel, a cybersecurity company specializing in 24/7/365 Managed Detection and Response services. With a focus on enterprise-grade EDR solutions, Sittadel provides comprehensive cybersecurity monitoring and incident response. Before founding Sittadel, Joshua served as the Director of Enterprise

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29:58

#166 - Intel Chat: Microsoft logs, USDoD, SolarWinds...

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2024/10/24

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.Microsoft has recently confirmed that a software bug caused the loss of more than two weeks' worth of critical security logs from several of its cloud services.Brazil’s Federal Police have arrested a hacker suspected to be "USDoD," a notorious cybercriminal involved in several high-profile data breaches.A critical vulnerability has been discovered in

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29:50

#165 - How AI is revolutionizing compliance with Dr....

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2024/10/23

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we examine how AI is revolutionizing compliance with Dr. Gaurav Banga, CEO of Balbix.Gaurav Banga, the CEO and Founder of Balbix, an AI-powered cybersecurity risk management startup. Gaurav is an accomplished inventor with over 50 patents to his name, and he has a deep background in founding and leading multiple successful tech ventures. His journey into entrepreneurship is unique—it began over a decade ago when he was inspired by a book that

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#164 - Intel Chat: Wazuh, .io, AI, Discord, Palo Alto...

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2024/10/21

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.A recent malware campaign has been discovered that exploits the open-source Wazuh SIEM agent to deliver a cryptomining payload. There is uncertainty surrounding the .io domain following the UK’s decision to return the Chagos Islands, including the British Indian Ocean Territory, to Mauritius.The October 2024 report, "Influence and Cyber Operations," explores

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#163 - Practical applications of AI in cybersecurity...

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2024/10/17

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Rich Heimann, AI researcher and author.Rich is a visionary leader in artificial intelligence and business transformation. As a Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, Rich has a proven track record of developing and deploying AI solutions that drive measurable impact across a range of industries. Known for his ability to blend technical expertise with strategic insight, he consistently helps organizations unlock the full potential

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29:45

#162 - Intel Chat: FIN7, COLDRIVER, perfectly,...

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2024/10/10

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.Silent Push's recent analysis reveals new tactics by the FIN7 cybercriminal group, which is leveraging AI-based “DeepNude Generators” as part of a phishing campaign to spread malware. Microsoft's Digital Crimes Unit (DCU), in partnership with the U.S. Department of Justice, has taken steps to dismantle cyber operations by Star Blizzard, a Russian

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#161 - Intel Chat: MSSN CTRL, CRI summit, Shadow AI,...

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2024/10/08

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.The White House recently hosted the International Counter Ransomware Initiative (CRI) summit, bringing together representatives from 68 countries to address the growing global threat of ransomware.The rise of "Shadow AI," which refers to the unauthorized use of AI tools by employees without the oversight of IT departments, poses significant risks for

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48:41

#160 - Cryptocurrency and its role in money...

The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast ·

2024/10/03

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we dive into cryptocurrency and it’s role in money laundering with BBC journalist and author Geoff White.Geoff is an accomplished author, speaker, investigative journalist, and podcast creator with over 20 years of experience, focusing on organized crime and technology. He has worked with major outlets including the BBC, Audible, Penguin, Sky News, and The Sunday Times, covering topics such as financial crime, money laundering, cryptocurrency,

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