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The Cyber Threat Perspective

Step into the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity with the offensive security group from SecurIT360. We’re bringing you fresh content from our journeys into penetration testing, threat research and various other interesting topics.brad@securit360.com

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57:06

(Replay) Tales From The Trenches

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2025/01/01

Join us for this replay of episode 78 - an enthralling journey into the heart of cybersecurity operations with “Tales from the Trenches,” an exclusive podcast presented by Brad Causey, Vice President of Offensive Security at SecurIT360.Dive deep into the high-stakes world of offensive security as Brad shares his firsthand experiences from a career spent on the front lines of digital defense.Engage with real-life stories illustrating offensive cybersecurity's intense challenges and triumphant ...

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(Replay) Email Spoofing: From Basics to Advanced...

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/12/25

Welcome to this replay on The Cyber Threat Perspective! In this episode, Brad and Spencer dive into the mechanics and recent developments of email spoofing, shedding light on how attackers are bypassing advanced email protections.In this episode, we cover:The fundamentals of email spoofing and why it's a significant threat.Insight into the recent echo spoofing campaign exploiting Proofpoint's misconfiguration.The role of SPF, DKIM, and DMARC in combating email spoofing.How threat actors are u...

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(Replay) Windows and Active Directory Hardening

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/12/18

In this episode of The Cyber Threat Perspective, Nathan and Spencer discuss crucial strategies for Windows and Active Directory hardening, emphasizing the importance of community collaboration and the value of using CIS benchmarks for security compliance.In this episode, we cover:Implementing multi-factor authentication for domain adminsThe benefits and importance of using CIS benchmarks for Windows 10 and 11Advantages of having a consistent standard in an active directory environmentAssuranc...

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Episode 118: 2025 - A CISO's Perspective with Mike Whitt

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/12/11

In this episode, we’re discussing what a seasoned CISO is focused on going into 2025. Mike Whitt is a Cheif Information Security Officer in the financial sector with over 20 years of experience building teams, security programs, and leading organizations to a more secure posture. https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-whitt-a4b4802/Blog: https://offsec.blog/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpovTwitter: https://twitter.com/cyberthreatpovWork with Us: https://securit360.com

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Episode 117: Why Do Pentests Cost So Much?

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/12/04

In this episode, we’re peeling back the layers of the question so many organizations ask: Why do penetration tests cost so much? But here’s the real twist—are they actually expensive, or are we measuring their value the wrong way?By the end of this episode, you’ll understand not just the cost of a penetration test, but its value as an investment in protecting your business. We’ll dive into real-world examples, break down the factors that drive pentest pricing, and explore how it compares to t...

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Episode 116: Painfully Persistent Problems - Weak...

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/11/27

In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most enduring cybersecurity challenges—weak passwords. We’ll explore how poor password practices and identity management pitfalls leave organizations vulnerable to compromise. From understanding the most common mistakes to implementing effective defenses, we’re breaking down what it takes to fortify your systems against attackers exploiting the weakest link. Sourceshttps://www.verizon.com/about/news/2023-data-breach-investigations-report?utm_sourc...

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Episode 115: How to understand and address risk w/...

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/11/20

In this episode, we discuss the broad concept of risk, what it is, and how to manage it. This episode is a great way to begin understanding how to develop an overall risk management strategy at your organization or understand how a risk management program might work for you.You find out more about what Rob and his team can do here:https://www.securit360.com/services/managed-services-consulting/Reach him directly here: rob@securit360.comBlog: https://offsec.blog/Youtube: https://www.youtu...

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Episode 114: Making Penetration Test Results Actionable

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/11/13

In this episode, we discuss the challenge of translating penetration test findings into practical and effective security improvements, and we delve into the three major bottlenecks to improving security and give recommendations for overcoming them.Blog: https://offsec.blog/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpovTwitter: https://twitter.com/cyberthreatpovWork with Us: https://securit360.com

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Episode 113: Phishing with Malicious RDP Files

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/11/06

In this episode, we're talking about a significant development in the cyber threat landscape. There has been a surge in activity from a group known as Midnight Blizzard, also known as APT29. They're a sophisticated Russian state-sponsored group, and their primary targets are governments, diplomats, NGOs, and IT service providers, mainly in the US and Europe. What's really alarming is their recent shift in tactics. They're now using malicious RDP files in their spear-phishing campaigns, which ...

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Episode 112: Key Insights From The Microsoft Digital...

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/10/30

In this episode, we dive deep into the newly released Microsoft Digital Defense Report 2024, which offers a comprehensive look at the latest trends in the global cybersecurity landscape. From evolving cyber threats and attack strategies to Microsoft's analysis of the most vulnerable sectors, we break down the key findings and what they mean for businesses, governments, and cybersecurity professionals. Join us as we discuss how threat actors are leveraging new technologies, the role of AI in d...

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(Replay) How To Actually Protect Credentials

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/10/23

In this episode replay, Spencer and Darrius break down the complexities of credential protection, discussing everything from user education and tools to threat modeling and guardrails. Plus, we delve into the world of protecting credentials within scripts and code. This is a must-listen for all IT admins, CISOs and any other IT/Security professional.Blog: https://offsec.blog/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpovTwitter: https://twitter.com/cyberthreatpovWork with Us: https://securi...

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Episode 111: Red Team Tools (OST) Managing...

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/10/16

In this episode, Spencer and Brad discuss a recent Trend Micro research project and associated white paper "Red Team Tools in the Hands of Cybercriminals and Nation States". Spencer and Brad dig into what red teaming is, what red team tools (often referred to as offensive security tools) are and why they are used. They also cover the abuse of red team tools, the speed of exploitation after public release and supply chain attacks against red team tools.From Defense to Offense: The Misuse of Re...

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(Replay) Vulnerability Management Deep Dive

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/10/09

In this replay episode, Spencer is joined by Daniel Perkins, a Senior Information Security Officer at SecurIT360 to discuss the intricacies of vulnerability management, the important prerequisites to vulnerability management, and best practices, and provide actionable strategies to level up your vulnerability management program.Blog: https://offsec.blog/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpovTwitter: https://twitter.com/cyberthreatpovWork with Us: https://securit360.com

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Episode 110: AD Security Workshop Preview

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/10/02

In this episode, Brad and Spencer discuss Spencer's upcoming in-person workshop at Cyber SC. The **Hardening Active Directory to Prevent Cyber Attacks** Workshop is aimed at IT professionals, system administrators, and cybersecurity professionals eager to learn how to bolster their defenses against cyber threats. In this workshop, we will discuss comprehensive strategies and best practices for securing Active Directory.Blog: https://offsec.blog/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpov...

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Episode 109: Current State of Pentesting - Internal...

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/09/25

In this episode, Spencer and Tyler share what they love and hate about the current state of penetration testing, they discuss current and future trends, and what it means to be a true cybersecurity partner. We hope you enjoy this episode!Blog: https://offsec.blog/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpovTwitter: https://twitter.com/cyberthreatpovWork with Us: https://securit360.com

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Episode 108: New tales from the trenches!

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/09/18

Text us feedback!In this episode, Tyler and Brad talk about various security issues found on recent penetration tests. They outline the how and why, and talk about mitigation strategies to help you beat these issues in your environment.ResourcesBlog: https://offsec.blog/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpovTwitter: https://twitter.com/cyberthreatpovWork with Us: https://securit360.comBlog: https://offsec.blog/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpovTwitter: https://twitter....

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Episode 107: How To Defend Against Lateral Movement

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/09/11

Text us feedback!In this episode, Spencer and Brad dive into lateral movement, discussing various techniques like RDP, RATs, Impacket tools, PsExec, PTH, PTT, and PowerShell Remoting. They explain how attackers use these methods to gain unauthorized access, evade detection, and enable malicious activities. They also discuss precursors to lateral movement and strategies to restrict it, such as least privilege access, network segmentation, and monitoring. The podcast emphasizes the importance o...

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(Replay) DNS Security

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/09/04

Text us feedback!In our "DNS Security" podcast, we delve into DNS's critical role in how the internet works, exploring its vulnerabilities and attacks like DNS spoofing, cache poisoning, and DDoS. We discuss DNSSEC and its components, including public and private keys, and examine practical solutions such as DNS and content filtering. The episode also highlights the advantages of cloud-based DNS services, like those offered by Cloudflare.Finally, we share best practices and resources for secu...

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Episode 106: An Overview of Cyber Risk

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/08/28

Text us feedback!Let's talk about cyber risk classification in this episode of The Cyber Threat Perspective. Brad and Tyler provide a high-level overview of various types of cyber risk encountered in penetration testing.-Reputational Risk-Financial Risk-Operational Risk-Direct Risk-Indirect Risk-Lateral Risk-Strategic Risk-Compliance Riskhttps://offsec.blogBlog: https://offsec.blog/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpovTwitter: https://twitter.com/cyberthreatpovWork with Us: ht...

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Episode 105: How to Monitor Your Attack Surface

The Cyber Threat Perspective ·

2024/08/21

Text us feedback!In this episode Brad and Spencer discuss Attack Surface Monitoring, what it is, and why it's important for defending against cyber-attacks. They give into the difference between attack vectors and attack surface and share a high-level overview on how to go about monitoring your own attack surface. Finally, they share tools and techniques for attack surface monitoring, many of which are key concepts taken from the world of bug bounty.Blog: https://offsec.blog/Youtube: https://...

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