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Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course

Dr. Jason Edwards

The CYSA+ Audio Course is your complete, exam-focused companion for mastering the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CYSA+) certification. Designed for learners who are always on the move, this Audio Course transforms the official exam objectives into clear, structured, and easy-to-follow lessons. Each episode helps you understand, retain, and apply key cybersecurity analysis skills—covering threat detection, vulnerability management, security architecture, and incident response. Whether you’re studying

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Episode 51: Standardizing and Automating Security...

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Consistency is key in security operations, especially when teams are responding to high volumes of alerts under time pressure. In this episode, we dive into the benefits of standardizing and automating security processes. You'll learn how to identify repeatable tasks that don’t require human discretion, and how to delegate them to automation platforms that reduce workload and error.We also explore how team coordination and documentation support process maturity, enabling faster onboarding,

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Episode 50: Threat Hunting Focus Areas and Active...

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Hunting threats means knowing where to look—and what to expect. In this episode, we identify the key focus areas for threat hunting operations, including misconfigured systems, isolated or high-value network segments, and business-critical applications. You’ll learn how analysts choose targets, define hypotheses, and build hunting campaigns that align with risk profiles and threat models.We also cover active defense techniques like honeypots, deception systems, and controlled triggers—tools

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Episode 49: Indicators of Compromise and Threat Hunting

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Threat hunting begins where automation ends. In this episode, we break down the lifecycle of Indicators of Compromise (IoCs)—how they are discovered, validated, and applied across tools and teams. From file hashes and domain names to process anomalies and registry keys, IoCs form the forensic breadcrumbs that analysts use to uncover hidden threats and trace attacker behavior.You’ll also learn how to organize IoCs by severity, frequency, and confidence level, and how to use them in proactive

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Episode 48: How Threat Intelligence Powers Security...

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Threat intelligence is more than just information—it’s fuel for proactive defense. In this episode, we show how threat intel informs and enhances nearly every security function: from incident response and vulnerability management to engineering, detection, and monitoring. You’ll see how teams use intelligence to prioritize vulnerabilities, block malicious IPs and domains, improve alerting logic, and adapt defense-in-depth strategies in real time.We also explain how analysts document and

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Episode 47: Closed Source Threat Intel and...

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Some of the most actionable threat intelligence is found behind closed doors. In this episode, we examine closed source threat intel—feeds and services provided by vendors, threat intelligence platforms, and information-sharing communities like ISACs. These sources offer high-fidelity, curated intelligence that often includes proprietary data, malware signatures, actor profiles, and zero-day warnings not yet known to the public.We also explore internal intel sources—what your own logs, past

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Episode 46: Open Source Threat Intelligence Collection

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Not all threat intelligence comes with a price tag. In this episode, we explore the value and limitations of open source intelligence (OSINT) in cybersecurity operations. You’ll learn how analysts use publicly available sources such as social media feeds, blogs, government advisories, and dark web monitoring platforms to gather early indicators of compromise and attacker activity. These sources are fast, accessible, and often rich with context.We also discuss how to validate and integrate

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Episode 45: Threat Intelligence Confidence Levels and...

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

All threat intelligence is not created equal. In this episode, we explore how analysts evaluate the reliability of threat intelligence based on confidence levels—specifically timeliness, relevancy, and accuracy. We also break down how to assess threat feeds and indicators in context, helping you understand when to trust data and when to investigate further.We then introduce the concept of tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), which describe the behavior patterns of attackers over

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Episode 44: Insider Threats and Supply Chain Risks

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Some of the most damaging threats come from within—or through trusted partners. In this episode, we explore the two primary forms of insider threats: intentional actors who sabotage or steal for personal gain, and unintentional insiders whose negligence leads to exposure. You’ll learn the warning signs, the types of data most often targeted, and how security teams detect and investigate these risks before they become crises.We then shift to supply chain compromise, where threat actors

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Episode 43: Threat Actor Categories and Profiles

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Understanding the adversary is the first step to anticipating their next move. In this episode, we profile the major categories of threat actors you need to know for the CySA+ exam: advanced persistent threats (APTs), hacktivists, organized crime groups, nation-state actors, insider threats, and even low-skill opportunists known as “script kiddies.” You’ll hear how motivations, tactics, and resource levels differ across actor types—and why attribution can influence response.We also examine

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Episode 42: Security Scripting and Automation Basics

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Not all threats require a human response—and not all analysis can scale without scripting. In this episode, we dive into the scripting and automation fundamentals analysts need to understand for CySA+ and real-world workflows. You’ll learn how JSON and XML are used to structure data across APIs and security platforms, how PowerShell and shell scripts are used in detection and attack simulation, and why Python is the go-to language for automation in many SOCs.We’ll also introduce regular

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Episode 41: Detecting Abnormal User Behavior

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Attackers often succeed not because they're invisible, but because they mimic normal user behavior—until they don’t. In this episode, we explore how user and entity behavior analytics (UEBA) help security analysts detect when users start acting outside of their established patterns. You’ll learn about common indicators of abnormal behavior such as impossible travel, login attempts from unexpected geolocations, excessive access to sensitive data, and privilege misuse.We also cover how UEBA

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Episode 40: Hashing and File Integrity Techniques

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

When a file changes unexpectedly, something important may have happened—and hashing is one of the best tools we have to track it. In this episode, we explain how file hashing works, which algorithms are most commonly used (like SHA-256), and how analysts use hashes to verify file integrity, detect tampering, and cross-reference files with malware databases.You’ll also learn how to generate hashes manually, how to compare them with known-good or known-bad values, and how to spot when files

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Episode 39: Email Analysis for Phishing and Spoofing

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Phishing remains one of the most common and effective attack vectors—and analysts are often the last line of defense. In this episode, we walk through how to analyze suspicious emails, focusing on headers, sender behavior, and embedded links. You’ll learn how to interpret SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records to verify sender legitimacy, and how to detect spoofed domains or manipulated display names.We also explore common payloads delivered through phishing, including malicious macros, document

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Episode 38: Suspicious Command Interpretation

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Sometimes a single command is all it takes to compromise a system—but recognizing the danger isn’t always easy. This episode focuses on how to interpret suspicious command-line activity and identify intent from syntax. We walk through common command abuses, such as privilege escalation via net user, credential harvesting with mimikatz, lateral movement through wmic or psexec, and various PowerShell and bash obfuscation techniques.We’ll also look at the difference between benign admin

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Episode 37: Pattern Recognition and Command Analysis

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Threat actors often reuse specific commands, tactics, and patterns of behavior—and analysts learn to recognize those patterns quickly. In this episode, we take a closer look at how command recognition works, especially in the context of attacker scripts, PowerShell payloads, and Linux shell commands. You’ll discover how seemingly normal commands can be misused to exfiltrate data, escalate privileges, or establish persistence.We also examine how SOCs use signature-based detection, custom

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Episode 36: Common Detection Techniques in the SOC

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Detecting threats isn’t just about having the right tools—it’s about applying the right techniques. In this episode, we cover the core detection methods used in security operations centers (SOCs), focusing on how analysts use pattern recognition, log correlation, statistical baselining, and anomaly detection to identify potentially malicious activity. You'll learn how these techniques are implemented across different platforms and how they support the entire incident response lifecycle.We

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Episode 35: Dynamic Malware Analysis Platforms...

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2025/07/15

When static analysis doesn’t provide clear answers, analysts turn to sandboxing—isolated environments where suspicious files can be safely executed and observed. In this episode, we explore how dynamic malware analysis platforms like Joe Sandbox and Cuckoo Sandbox capture behavior, identify command-and-control activity, and log system-level changes in memory, registry, and file structure.We break down what you can learn from a sandbox report: indicators of compromise (IoCs), dropped files,

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Episode 34: Static File Inspection Tools

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

Some threats are obvious in logs—others hide in files. In this episode, we introduce static file analysis tools and techniques that allow analysts to inspect suspicious files without executing them. You'll learn how tools like strings can extract readable content from binaries and why examining metadata, embedded code, or odd character patterns can help detect malicious payloads.We also cover how VirusTotal enables rapid multi-engine scanning of files, URLs, and hashes—providing verdicts

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Episode 33: DNS and IP Intelligence Sources

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

DNS and IP addresses may seem simple at first glance, but they’re powerful resources for cyber defense—if you know how to use them. In this episode, we explore how analysts use DNS and IP intelligence to detect threats, validate indicators of compromise, and make informed decisions during an investigation. You’ll learn how WHOIS records, reverse lookups, and passive DNS data can help trace adversary infrastructure and identify suspicious domains.We also dive into threat reputation services

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Episode 32: Endpoint Detection and Response Systems...

Certified - CompTIA CYSA+ Audio Course ·

2025/07/15

When malware strikes or an insider behaves maliciously, the endpoint is where the evidence lives. In this episode, we dig into Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) platforms—what they are, how they differ from traditional antivirus, and what kinds of data they provide to security analysts. You'll learn how EDR tools monitor process activity, registry changes, file access, memory usage, and more, all in real time or near-real time.We also walk through typical EDR workflows: alert

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