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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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38:54

#159 - Intel Chat: Sequoia disruption, Github,...

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2024/09/30

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.Apple’s release of macOS 15, or Sequoia, has caused significant disruptions for several security tools and software vendors, including CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft, and others.Attackers are exploiting GitHub notifications for phishing by sending legitimate-looking alerts with malicious URLs.Truffle Security's research exposes a significant issue in

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#158 - Common pitfalls for founders with Andrew...

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2024/09/26

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we talk about some of the common pitfalls faced by founders with Andrew Plato, Founder & CEO of Zenaciti.Andrew is an experienced CEO, founder, author, and cybersecurity expert. In 1995, Andrew founded Anitian, one of the earliest cybersecurity companies on record, where he pioneered innovations in intrusion detection, endpoint security, and cloud security. He led the development of a revolutionary automated platform for secure cloud

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46:46

#157 - Low noise threat detection with Joshua Neil,...

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2024/09/24

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we talk about low noise threat detection with Joshua Neil, Founder at Alpha Level.Josh is a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience in developing data-driven solutions to security challenges faced by both the U.S. Government and industry at large. With a deep understanding of enterprise security, they are focused on the fact that perimeter defenses alone aren't enough to prevent attackers from breaching systems. They emphasize the

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32:27

#156 - Intel Chat: Fortibitch, Hadooken, Void Banshee...

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2024/09/20

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.Fortinet responded by confirming that the breach involved unauthorized access to files on a third-party cloud-based shared drive, affecting a small portion of customer data.Hackers are targeting Oracle WebLogic servers with a new Linux malware named "Hadooken," which is designed to deploy a cryptominer and facilitate distributed denial-of-service (DDoS)

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43:44

#155 - A look at quantum cryptography with David...

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2024/09/19

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we take a look at quantum cryptography with David Carvalho, CEO & Chief Scientist at Naoris Protocol.David is the founder, CEO, and Chief Scientist of Naoris Protocol, a decentralized cybersecurity mesh. David is an accomplished leader and innovator who advises nation-states and highly regulated sectors on critical issues such as cyber espionage, cyber warfare, and cyber terrorism. He is deeply involved in blockchain-based projects, digital

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28:38

#154 - Intel Chat: Specula, Chromium, Mustang Panda &...

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2024/09/12

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.The Specula C2 framework represents a sophisticated attack method that transforms Microsoft Outlook into a command-and-control system by exploiting its Home Page feature. Attackers exploit browser notifications in Chromium-based browsers by tricking users through CAPTCHA-like prompts to enable notifications.The Biden administration has launched an initiative

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#153 - Unpacking the hacker mindset with Ken Westin,...

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2024/09/10

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we unpack the hacker mindset with Ken Westin, Senior Solutions Engineer at LimaCharlie.Ken is a seasoned thought leader in cybersecurity who has spent years analyzing and understanding the intricacies of cyber threats and the methods behind them. Ken has a unique ability to identify emerging trends in the industry and for figuring out how businesses can protect themselves before they fall victim to attacks. Previous to his current role, Ken was

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37:44

#152 - Intel Chat: sedexp, Volt Typhoon, Citrine...

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2024/09/05

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.A stealthy Linux malware named 'sedexp' has been evading detection since 2022 by using a persistence technique not yet included in the MITRE ATT&CK framework.The Black Lotus Labs team at Lumen Technologies have uncovered a group of hackers linked to the Chinese government which have exploited a previously unknown software vulnerability to target U.S

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#151 - Exploring AI as it pertains to cybersecurity...

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2024/08/28

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we speak with George Gerchow, Head of Trust at MongoDB, about the current narrative surrounding AI in cybersecurity. George challenges the dominant focus on AI as a threat and instead highlights its potential as a powerful ally in defending against sophisticated cyberattacks. We explore how AI-driven defense strategies are reshaping the landscape of proactive threat detection and automated response mechanisms, offering a fresh perspective on

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37:55

#150 - Intel Chat: Azure MFA, 2.9b records leaked,...

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2024/08/23

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.Starting in October, all Microsoft Azure customers will be required to have multi-factor authentication (MFA) enabled on their accounts.Documents from a lawsuit revealed that over 2.9 billion records are vulnerable after a massive hack of the Florida-based National Public Data network.Microsoft recently advised of a critical TCP/IP Remote Code Execution

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#149 - Product security with Jacob Salassi,...

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2024/08/20

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Jacob Salassi, Co-Founder at stealth startup, about product security.Jacob brings over 10 years of experience in software engineering and cybersecurity to the table. Until four months ago, Jacob was a Security Architect at Snowflake, where he ensured every developer was wildly successful in owning security. Since then, he’s been diving into something new and exciting, working on a stealth startup. Before Snowflake, Jacob was busy

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28:52

#148 - Intel Chat: Hacker Summer Camp, N. Korea,...

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2024/08/14

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.A heated dispute at DEF CON over the custom electronic badges this year turned physical, leading to an altercation between two attendees.The U.S. Department of Justice has charged Matthew Isaac Knoot, a 38-year-old Nashville resident, with multiple crimes for aiding North Korean IT workers in securing jobs with U.S. and U.K. companies.The FBI has dismantled

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28:27

#147 - Cybersecurity product development with Vijay...

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2024/08/07

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we talk about cybersecurity product development with Vijay Pitchuman, Director of Product for Identity Management at Okta.

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#146 - Intel Chat: GhostEmperor, .top, PlugX & Microsoft

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2024/07/31

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.The Chinese hacker group GhostEmperor has re-emerged after a two-year hiatus, displaying new advanced capabilities and sophisticated evasion techniques. The Chinese company, Jiangsu Bangning Science & Technology Co., in charge of handing out domain names ending in “.top” has been given until mid-August 2024 to show that it has put in place systems for

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42:47

#145 - Exploring threat intelligence with Jamie...

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2024/07/30

On this episode of the Cybersecurity Defenders podcast, we explore threat intelligence with Jamie Williams, Threat Intelligence Researcher at Palo Alto Networks' Unit 42.Jamie is a seasoned professional in the field of cybersecurity. Before joining Unit 42, he made significant contributions at the MITRE Corporation as a Senior Principal Cyber Operations Engineer. During his tenure at MITRE, Jamie led the development of MITRE ATT&CK® for Enterprise, focusing on adversary emulation and

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#144 - How to think about IR with Lee Sult, Chief...

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2024/07/26

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we sit down with Lee Sult, Chief Investigator at Binalyze, and talk about incident response (IR).Lee is a seasoned cybersecurity expert and investigator with extensive experience in digital forensics and incident response. He is the Chief Investigator at Binalyze and has a strong track record at prestigious organizations like Trustwave-SpiderLabs and Palantir. Lee has supported the US Secret Service and managed complex cybersecurity incidents

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#143 - Intel Chat: Blast-RADIUS, Chrome, AT&T,...

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2024/07/24

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.Blast-RADIUS is a vulnerability in the RADIUS protocol that allows a man-in-the-middle attacker to forge valid protocol accept messages in response to failed authentication requests.The blog post on Syntax-Err0r details a technique for silently installing a Chrome extension to maintain persistence, bypassing typical detection methods.American telecom service

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#142 - Threat detection & research with Zack Allen,...

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2024/07/19

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we talk threat detection & research with Zack Allen, Security Detection & Research Leader at Datadog.Zack is a seasoned security research, engineering, and product leader with over a decade of experience in building organizations that create impactful security for customers. Zack specializes in threat research and intelligence, cloud security, software engineering, and DevOps. His expertise has significantly contributed to advancing the

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#141 - The Rescue of Evelyn Chang by Gene Yu, Founder...

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2024/07/11

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Gene Yu, Founder & CEO of Blackpanda.Gene has a diverse background, with early roles at Palantir's Asia office and Credit Suisse on Wall Street. He also served as a team leader in the US Army Special Forces, completing four combat tours in Iraq and the Southern Philippines. Gene is an active angel investor, renowned for leading the successful rescue of Evelyn Chang from Abu Sayyaf terrorists in 2013. He graduated with top

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# 140 - Intel Chat: 10bn Pwds, Eldorado RaaS, 840Mpps...

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2024/07/10

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.Likely the biggest password leak ever: nearly 10 billion credentials exposed.Eldorado is a newly discovered ransomware-as-a-service operation targeting both Windows and Linux systems. OVHcloud has reported mitigating a record-breaking distributed denial-of-service attack that peaked at 840 million packets per second.Cisco has issued a warning about a critical

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