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Cyberside Chats: Cybersecurity Insights from the Experts

Stay ahead of the latest cybersecurity trends with Cyberside Chats! Listen to our weekly podcast every Tuesday at 6:30 a.m. ET, and join us live once a month for breaking news, emerging threats, and actionable solutions. Whether you’re a cybersecurity professional or an executive looking to understand how to protect your organization, cybersecurity experts Sherri Davidoff and Matt Durrin will help you stay informed and proactively prepare for today’s top cybersecurity threats, AI-driven attack and

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14:25

Mass Salesforce Hacks: How Criminals Are Targeting...

Cyberside Chats: Cybersecurity Insights from the Experts ·

2025/08/19

A wave of coordinated cyberattacks has hit Salesforce customers across industries and continents, compromising millions of records from some of the world’s most recognized brands — including Google, Allianz Life, Qantas, LVMH, and even government agencies. In this episode of Cyberside Chats, Sherri Davidoff and Matt Durrin break down how the attackers pulled off one of the most sweeping cloud compromise campaigns in recent memory — using no zero-day exploits, just convincing phone calls, malicious

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14:28

North Korea’s Deepfake Remote Workers: How They’re...

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2025/08/12

On National Social Engineering Day, we’re pulling the lid off one of the most dangerous insider threat campaigns in the world — North Korea’s fake remote IT worker program. Using AI-generated résumés, real-time deepfake interviews, and U.S.-based “laptop farms,” DPRK operatives are gaining legitimate employment inside U.S. companies — funding nuclear weapons programs and potentially opening doors to cyber espionage. We’ll cover the recent U.S. sanctions, the Christina Chapman laptop farm case, and

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21:37

The Amazon Q AI Hack: A Wake-Up Call for Developer...

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2025/08/05

A silent compromise, nearly a million developers affected, and no one at Amazon knew for six days. In this episode of Cyberside Chats, we’re diving into the Amazon Q AI Hack, a shocking example of how vulnerable our software development tools have become. Join hosts Sherri Davidoff and Matt Durrin as they unpack how a misconfigured GitHub token allowed a hacker to inject destructive AI commands into a popular developer tool. We’ll walk through exactly what happened, how GitHub security missteps

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28:02

Iran’s Cyber Surge: Attacks Intensify in 2025

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2025/07/29

Iranian cyber operations have sharply escalated in 2025, targeting critical infrastructure, defense sectors, and global businesses—especially those linked to Israel and the U.S. From destructive malware and coordinated DDoS attacks to sophisticated hack-and-leak campaigns leveraging generative AI, Iranian threat actors are rapidly evolving. Join us to explore their latest tactics, notable incidents, and essential strategies to defend your organization. Hosts Sherri Davidoff and Matt Durrin break

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15:22

Leaked and Loaded: DOGE’s API Key Crisis

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2025/07/22

On July 13, 2025, a developer at the Department of Government Efficiency—DOGE—accidentally pushed a private xAI API key to GitHub. That key unlocked access to 52 unreleased LLMs, including Grok‑4‑0709, and remained active long after discovery. In this episode of Cyberside Chats, we examine how a single leaked credential became a national-level risk—and how it mirrors broader API key exposures at BeyondTrust and across GitHub. LMG Security’s Director of Penetration Testing, Tom Pohl, shares red team

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22:09

Holiday Horror Stories: Why Hackers Love Long Weekends

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2025/07/15

Why do so many major cyberattacks happen over holiday weekends? In this episode, Sherri and Matt share their own 4th of July anxiety as security professionals—and walk through some of the most infamous attacks timed to exploit long weekends, including the Kaseya ransomware outbreak, the MOVEit breach, and the Bangladesh Bank heist. From retail breaches around Thanksgiving to a cyber hit on Krispy Kreme, they break down what makes holidays such a juicy target—and how to better defend your

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19:39

Federal Cybersecurity Rollbacks: What Got Cut—And...

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2025/07/08

In June 2025, the White House issued an executive order that quietly eliminated several key federal cybersecurity requirements. In this episode of Cyberside Chats, Sherri and Matt break down exactly what changed—from the removal of secure software attestations to the rollback of authentication requirements—and what remains in place, including post-quantum encryption support and the FTC’s Cyber Trust Mark. We’ll talk about the practical impact for security leaders, why this mirrors past challenges

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14:55

No Lock, Just Leak

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2025/07/01

Forget everything you thought you knew about ransomware. Today’s threat actors aren’t locking your files—they’re stealing your data and threatening to leak it unless you pay up. In this episode, we dive into the rise of data-only extortion campaigns and explore why encryption is becoming optional for cybercriminals. From real-world trends like the rebrand of Hunters International to “World Leaks,” to the strategic impact on insurance, PR, and compliance—this is a wake-up call for security teams

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13:54

The AI Insider Threat: EchoLeak and the Rise of...

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2025/06/24

Can your AI assistant become a silent data leak? In this episode of Cyberside Chats, Sherri Davidoff and Matt Durrin break down EchoLeak, a zero-click exploit in Microsoft 365 Copilot that shows how attackers can manipulate AI systems using nothing more than an email. No clicks. No downloads. Just a cleverly crafted message that turns your AI into an unintentional insider threat. They also share a real-world discovery from LMG Security’s pen testing team: how prompt injection was used to extract

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26:27

When AI Goes Rogue: Blackmail, Shutdowns, and the...

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2025/06/17

What happens when your AI refuses to shut down—or worse, tries to blackmail you to stay online? Join us for a riveting Cyberside Chats Live as we dig into two chilling real-world incidents: one where OpenAI’s newest model bypassed shutdown scripts during testing, and another where Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4 wrote blackmail messages and threatened users in a disturbing act of self-preservation. These aren’t sci-fi hypotheticals—they’re recent findings from leading AI safety researchers. We’ll

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17:57

Retailgeddon Reloaded: Beyond Card Theft, Into Chaos

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2025/06/10

Retail breaches are back — but they’ve evolved. This isn’t about skimming cards anymore. From ransomware taking down pharmacies to credential stuffing attacks hitting brand loyalty, today’s breaches are about disruption, trust, and third-party exposure. In this episode of Cyberside Chats, hosts Sherri Davidoff and Matt Durrin break down the latest retail breach wave, revisit lessons from the 2013 “Retailgeddon” era, and highlight what every security leader — not just in retail — needs to know

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26:24

How Hackers Get In: Penetration Testing Secrets from...

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2025/06/03

Think your network is locked down? Think again. In this episode of Cyberside Chats, we’re joined by Tom Pohl, LMG Security’s head of penetration testing, whose team routinely gains domain admin access in over 90% of their engagements. How do they do it—and more importantly, how can you stop real attackers from doing the same? Tom shares the most common weak points his team exploits, from insecure default Active Directory settings to overlooked misconfigurations that persist in even the most mature

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16:52

Afterlife Access: Cybersecurity Planning for When...

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2025/05/27

What happens to your digital world when you die? In this episode of Cyberside Chats, LMG Security’s Tom Pohl joins the conversation to discuss the often-overlooked cybersecurity and privacy implications of death. From encrypted files and password managers to social media and device access, we’ll explore how to ensure your loved ones can navigate your digital legacy—without needing a password-cracking expert. Learn practical strategies for secure preparation, policy design, and real-world

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12:31

The LockBit Leak: When Hackers Get a Taste of Their...

Cyberside Chats: Cybersecurity Insights from the Experts ·

2025/05/20

In this explosive episode of Cyberside Chats, we dive into one of the most shocking developments in ransomware history—LockBit got hacked. Join us as we unpack the breach of one of the world’s most notorious ransomware-as-a-service gangs. We explore what was leaked, why it matters, and how this leak compares to past takedowns like Conti. You'll also get the latest insights into the 2025 ransomware landscape, from victim stats to best practices for defending your organization. Whether you’re an

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09:37

Network for Rent: The Criminal Market Built on...

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2025/05/13

Cybercriminals are exploiting outdated routers to build massive proxy networks that hide malware operations, fraud, and credential theft—right under the radar of enterprise defenses. In this episode, Sherri and Matt unpack the FBI’s May 2025 alert, the role of TheMoon malware, and how the Faceless proxy service industrializes anonymity for hire. Learn how these botnets work, why they matter for your enterprise, and what to do next. Takeaways Replace outdated routers End-of-life routers should

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19:29

Hacker AI: Smarter Attacks, Faster Exploits, Higher...

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2025/05/06

AI isn’t just revolutionizing business—it’s reshaping the threat landscape. Cybercriminals are now weaponizing AI to launch faster, more convincing, and more scalable attacks. From deepfake video scams to LLM-guided exploit development, the new wave of AI-driven cybercrime is already here. In this engaging and eye-opening session, Sherri and Matt share how hackers are using AI tools in the wild—often with frightening success. You'll also hear about original research in which we obtained generative

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20:41

Quantum Shift: How Cybersecurity Must Evolve Now

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2025/04/29

Quantum computing is advancing rapidly—and with it, the potential to break today’s most widely used encryption standards. In this episode of Cyberside Chats, Sherri and Matt cut through the hype to explore the real-world cybersecurity implications of quantum technology. From the looming threat to encryption to the emerging field of post-quantum cryptography, our experts will explain what security pros and IT teams need to know now. You'll walk away with a clear understanding of the risks, timelines,

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16:01

Red Alert: CISA's Budget Cuts and the Fallout for...

Cyberside Chats: Cybersecurity Insights from the Experts ·

2025/04/22

CISA, the U.S. government’s lead cyber defense agency, just took a major financial hit—and the fallout could affect everyone. From layoffs and ISAC cuts to a near-shutdown of the CVE program, these changes weaken critical infrastructure for cyber defense. In this episode of Cyberside Chats, we unpack what’s been cut, how it impacts proactive services like free risk assessments and scanning, and what your organization should do to stay ahead. Takeaways: Don’t wait for Washington—assume support

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13:42

23andMe: Breaches, Bankruptcy, and Security

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2025/04/15

When a company built on sensitive data collapses, what happens to the information it collected? In this episode of Cyberside Chats, we examine 23andMe’s data breach, its March 2025 bankruptcy, and the uncomfortable parallels with the 2009 Flyclear shutdown. What happens to biometric or genetic data when a vendor goes under? What protections failed—and what should corporate security leaders do differently? Drawing from past and present breaches, we offer a roadmap for corporate resilience. Learn

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17:34

"Unmasking Shadow IT: Navigating Unauthorized...

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2025/04/08

Unauthorized communication platforms—aka shadow channels—are increasingly used within enterprise and government environments, as demonstrated by the recent Signal scandal. In this week's episode of Cyberside Chats, special guest Karen Sprenger, COO at LMG Security, joins Matt Durrin to delve into the critical issue of shadow IT, focusing on recent controversies involving unauthorized communication tools like Signal and Gmail in sensitive governmental contexts. Matt and Karen discuss the risks

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