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Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio)

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For the latest in computer security news, hacking, and research! We sit around, drink beer, and talk security. Our show will feature technical segments that show you how to use the latest tools and techniques. Special guests appear on the show to enlighten us and change your perspective on information security. Note: This is only Paul"s Security Weekly, a 2-hour show recorded once per week.

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02:07:44

PCI 4.0 - Winn Schwartau - PSW #825

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/04/17

Version 4.0 of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) puts greater emphasis on application security than did previous versions of the standard. It also adds a new “customized approach” option that allows merchants and other entities to come up with their own ways to comply with requirements, and which also has implications for application security. Specifically, PCI DSS 4.0 requires that by March 31, 2025, more testing of public-facing applications related to payment processing

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03:00:28

Digging Into Supply Chain Security - James McMurry -...

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/04/11

Jim joins the Security Weekly crew to discuss all things supply chain! Given the recent events with XZ we still have many topics to explore, especially when it comes to practical advice surrounding supply chain threats. Ahoi new VM attacks ahead! HTTP/2 floods, USB Hid and run, forwarded email tricks, attackers be scanning, a bunch of nerds write software and give it away for free, your TV is on the Internet, Rust library issue, D-Link strikes again, EV charging station vulnerabilities, and

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02:52:20

XZ - Backdoors and The Fragile Supply Chain - PSW #823

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/04/04

As most of you have probably heard there was a scary supply chain attack against the open source compression software called "xz". The security weekly hosts will break down all the details and provide valuable insights. https://blog.qualys.com/vulnerabilities-threat-research/2024/03/29/xz-utils-sshd-backdoor https://gynvael.coldwind.pl/?id=782 https://isc.sans.edu/diary/The+xzutils+backdoor+in+security+advisories+by+national+CSIRTs/30800

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03:00:55

Are we winning? - Jason Healey - PSW #822

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/03/28

Jason Healey comes on the show to discuss new ideas on whether the new national cybersecurity strategy is working. Segment Resources: DEFRAG Hacker Film Festival short documentary (https://youtu.be/NYvHWcQsIRE) on hackers and their favorite films. For educational purposes only, as we don’t have the rights to the clips. YouTube link to Wargames event with Jen Easterly, Matt Devost, Amelia Koran and Kevin Huyck (head of ops for NORAD) (https://youtu.be/iqx6STDYJ7c?si=73WQtSG4RnCGsBcT).

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03:08:27

Securing All The Things - Josh Corman - PSW #821

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/03/21

Josh Corman joins us to explore how we can make things more secure, making companies make things more secure, and making regulations that make us make things more secure! We will also touch on supply chain security and the state of vulnerability tracking and scoring. We discuss the always controversial Flipper Zero devices the hidden risks in the undersea cables, and the landscape of government oversight, revealing the intricacies of CVE, KEV, and NVD systems that are the linchpins of our digital

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02:48:36

Memory Safety, Re-Writing Software, and OSS Supply...

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/03/14

Omkhar Arasaratnam is the General Manager of the Open Source Software Foundation (OpenSSF) and appears on the show to discuss memory safety, why re-writing software isn't always the best option, open-source software supply chains, and more! Segment Resources: https://openssf.org/blog/2024/02/26/openssf-supports-efforts-to-build-more-secure-and-measurable-software/ https://www.whitehouse.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Final-ONCD-Technical-Report.pdf In the security News end of life routers and

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03:05:15

Facing the Reality of Risk Prioritization - Bianca...

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/03/07

Public information about exploits and vulnerabilities alone is not enough to inform prioritization, especially with the growing rate and variety of CVEs. Dan DeCloss, founder and CTO of PlexTrac, joins the show to discuss solving the challenges of risk prioritization to drive faster, more strategic assessment cycles. Spoiler: The key is adding context and prioritization to risk-scoring equations. Segment Resources:

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02:53:31

Social Engineering: AI & Living Off The Land - Jayson...

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/03/01

Jayson joins us to discuss how he is using, and social engineering, AI to help with his security engagements. We also talk about the low-tech tools he employs to get the job done, some tech tools that are in play, and the most important part of any security testing: Talking to people, creating awareness, and great reporting. The latest attacks against WiFi, its illegal to break encryption, BLE Padlocks are as secure as you think, when command not found attacks, how did your vibrator get

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01:05:54

Illuminating Cybersecurity Wisdom: Insights from a...

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/02/21

Join us in this illuminating podcast episode as we sit down with Wendy Nather, a distinguished thought leader and cybersecurity strategist, who has left an indelible mark on the ever-evolving landscape of digital security. Wendy's journey in cybersecurity is a narrative woven with expertise, innovation, and a deep understanding of the intersection between technology and risk. With a career that spans strategic roles in both the public and private sectors, Wendy has become a trusted voice in the

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02:03:07

Physical Security and Social Engineering - Hacker...

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/02/15

In this segment, we discuss topics related to physical security and social engineering. We also touch on the challenges and strategies for implementing effective security measures. The discussion highlights the importance of understanding the relationship between physical security and social engineering. The panel emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to security, acknowledging that social engineering and physical security often go hand in hand. We stress the significance of testing

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03:01:54

You Can’t Defend What You Can’t Define - Sergey...

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/02/08

As a computer-smitten middle-schooler in the former Soviet Union in the 1970s, to his current and prominent role in the cybersecurity research community, Bratus aims to render the increasingly prevalent and perilous software, hardware, and networks in our lives much safer to use. His fascination with computer security started for real in the 1990s as a mathematics graduate student when a computer he was programming and responsible for at Northeastern University in Boston was taken over by a hacker

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02:57:21

Identifying Bad By Defining Good - Danny Jenkins -...

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/02/01

When an RCE really isn’t, your kernel is vulnerable, calling all Windows 3.11 experts, back to Ebay, Turkish websites and credentials, 10 public exploits for the same vulnerability, hacking Bitcoin ATMs, another vulnerability disclosure timeline gone wrong, Flipper Zero tips and how you should not use it to change traffic lights, Windows 11 S mode, and you’re dead (but like in the movie Hackers dead), and more! Danny Jenkins, CEO & Co-Founder of ThreatLocker, a cybersecurity firm providing Zero

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03:15:35

What Smart CISOs and Mature Orgs Get That Others...

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/01/25

Matt Coose is the founder and CEO of cybersecurity compliance firm Qmulos, previously the director of Federal Network Security for the National Cyber Security Division of the (DHS). CISOs carry the ultimate burden and weight of compliance and reporting and are often the last buck. Says Coose, best-of-breed is better described as best-to-bleed-the-budget: it’s a bottom-up, tech-first, reactive approach for acquiring technology as opposed to managing risk. Coose shares his top considerations below for

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02:51:29

K-12 Cybersecurity - Brian Stephens - PSW #813

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/01/18

With a recent increase in government attention on K–12 cybersecurity, there is a pressing need to shed light on the challenges school districts face in implementing necessary security measures. Why? Budgeting constraints pose significant obstacles in meeting recommended cybersecurity standards. Brian Stephens of Funds For Learning will discuss: The financial constraints K–12 schools face and the critical role of funding from federal and state governments in addressing cybersecurity concerns

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02:52:33

The Evolution of Purple Teaming - Jared Atkinson -...

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/01/11

Jared would like to discuss the evolution of purple teaming. Put bluntly, he believes traditional purple team approaches don’t test enough variations of attack techniques, delivering a false sense of detection coverage. He would like to talk about: The shortcomings of red team assessments and why most purple team assessments are too limited. How the testing landscape and requirements have changed (especially as organizations now look to validate vendor tools defense claims). How purple team

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01:15:40

Hacker Heroes - Casey Ellis - PSW Vault

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2024/01/03

Unleashing the Power of Crowdsourced Cybersecurity: A Conversation with Casey Ellis, Founder of Bugcrowd ️Meet Casey Ellis, the visionary entrepreneur who has redefined the landscape of cybersecurity through the groundbreaking platform he built – Bugcrowd. As the Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Bugcrowd, Casey Ellis has not only revolutionized the way organizations approach cybersecurity but has also championed the concept of crowdsourced security testing. With an innate passion for hacking

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Interview with Dr. Whitfield Diffie - PSW Vault

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2023/12/27

Dr. Diffie is a pioneer of public-key cryptography and was VP of Information Security and Cryptography at ICANN. He is author of "Privacy on the Line: The Politics of Wiretapping and Encryption". Visit https://www.securityweekly.com/psw for all the latest episodes! Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/securityweekly Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/secweekly Show Notes: https://securityweekly.com/vault-psw-6

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01:52:15

Supply Chain & Firmware Security - Xeno Kovah - PSW #811

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2023/12/20

AI generated description fun: "As the glasses are filled and the mood lightens, our veteran guests, each with a legendary tale or two tucked under their virtual belts, embark on a journey through the complex landscape of supply chain security. These old dogs share war stories, anecdotes, and hard-earned wisdom about the evolving challenges and threats that have shaped their illustrious careers. From the early days of computing to the present era of interconnected systems, our panelists delve into

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02:56:55

Embracing AI - Alex Sharpe - PSW #810

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2023/12/14

Mr. Sharpe is a long-time (+30 years) Cybersecurity, Governance, and Digital Transformation expert with real-world operational experience. Mr. Sharpe has run business units and has influenced national policy. He has spent much of his career helping corporations and government agencies create value while mitigating cyber risk. This gives him a pragmatic understanding of the delicate balance between Business realities, Cybersecurity, and Operational Effectiveness. He began his career at NSA, moving

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03:07:27

Holiday Extravaganza - Supply Chain, Hardware...

Paul"s Security Weekly (Audio) ·

2023/12/06

Join the Security Weekly crew in a riveting podcast episode where they delve into the fascinating realm of hardware hacking. Picture a dimly lit room resonating with the nostalgic hum of vintage computers, as our hosts explore the latest techniques using hardware, software, and firmware. Whether you're attempting to hack a specific device or crafting a custom creation to achieve a particular goal, this episode covers it all. Discover the intricacies of hardware hacking, including discussions on the

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