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Security Cocktail Hour

Joe Patti and Adam Roth

Security veterans Joe Patti and Adam Roth welcome a diverse lineup of cybersecurity and information security experts to share their insights at the virtual bar. From cutting edge topics like AI and Operational Technology (OT) to the realities of careers and mental health, you"ll get the inside view of what"s happening across the industry and what it"s really like to work in these fields, from the people who do it every day.Reach us at feedback@securitycocktailhour.com or @SecCocktailHour on

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01:06:34

Antonia-Laura Pup: They Didn't Need to Change the...

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2026/10/06

Election security expert Antonia-Laura Pup talks with co-hosts Joe Patti and Adam Roth about how attacks are coming not just from the cyber world, but also through influencers and social media. Romania had to annul an election in response. And the small nation of Moldova fought back with the tools Antonia believes other countries will need to deploy to defend democracy.Antonia is a Romanian security researcher focused on these issues in her home country and others.In this episode:Why Romania's

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00:55:17

Cyber Insurance Beyond Data Breaches | Michelle Faylo

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2026/09/29

What does a cyber policy cover when technology risk reaches beyond stolen data? AI-related mistakes, reliance on vendors, business interruption, and physical consequences can raise different questions for different kinds of insurance. One policy cannot be assumed to answer them all.Michelle Faylo, Lockton's U.S. Cyber & Technology Leader, joins Joe Patti and Adam Roth to unpack cyber coverage and technology E&O; first- and third-party loss; physical versus nonphysical consequences; a

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00:53:51

Drones Were Just the Beginning. Space Security Is Next.

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2026/05/08

In this episode, Ché Bolden joins us to talk about drone security, uncrewed systems, satellite security, GPS, autonomy, counter-drone defense, and the growing cyber risks around space-based infrastructure. We get into how drones were originally secured, why unencrypted links were such a problem, how command-and-control attacks can work, and why space is now part of the security conversation.This conversation sits at the intersection of cyber security, drone warfare, satellite security, space

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00:53:58

Zero Trust in Orbit: Getting Satellite Security Off...

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2026/04/20

Joe South joins the Security Cocktail Hour to discuss the state of communication satellite security and the doctoral research he is doing to change it. Joe is Director of Cloud & AI Security at Abira Security and hosts the Security Unfiltered podcast, one of the larger independent cybersecurity podcasts. The conversation covers what satellite

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01:28:10

Drones Are the Next Cyber Weapon — And We're Not Ready

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2026/03/11

Luke Canfield has been building, flying, and hacking drones for years. In this episode, he walks us through the real intersection of drones and cybersecurity — war-flying attacks on financial institutions, cartel drone operations at the US-Mexico border, DIY drone building with no attribution, and why "security exists in three dimensions."Topics covered:War-flying: aerial man-in-the-middle attacks with drone-mounted Wi-Fi Pineapples3 real cases of drone-based cyberattacks against financial

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00:30:04

Why Cybersecurity is Ripe for Disruption | John...

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2026/01/19

In part 2 of our discussion, John Strand tells us how the cybersecurity industry has turned stagnant, with a lack of innovation and an investment model that isn't going to turn that around any time soon. We explore why venture capital funding hasn't led to the breakthrough products the industry needs, and what's holding back real innovation. John also highlights the leaders in the security industry who are actively giving back to the community, and he and Adam try to one-up each other

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00:27:38

Disruption Through Kindness | John Strand's...

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2026/01/12

John Strand isn't interested in fixing the broken security education system—he's tearing it down and rebuilding it. In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, the founder of Black Hills Information Security explains why scholarships don't solve the real problem, how American universities are losing ground to European programs, and the unexpected places where he's finding the next generation of security talent.What We Cover:Why scholarships preserve a broken system instead of fixing

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00:32:37

Bonus: Holiday Scams Unwrapped: Tips to Stay Safe...

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2025/12/02

Scammers stay busy during the holidays. From recognizing fake gift card requests to safe phone payments for teens, we're bringing back the best cyber security tips from last year's holiday episode, as a warmup for a new episode focusing on the latest job scams coming next week.00:00 Introduction to the Holiday Episode00:31 Phone malware and app privacy06:41 EZPass Alerts and Package Delivery08:56 Sexploitation12:07 The Importance of Zero Trust14:07 Gift Cards20:54 Tap to Pay24:52 The Debate:

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00:59:58

Cybersecurity at Nanosecond Speed | Securing High...

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2025/11/17

In this episode of the Security Cocktail Hour, guest Jatin Mannepalli introduces co-hosts Joe Patti and Adam Roth the high-speed, high stakes world of high frequency trading (HFT) and its many security challenges. The conversation delves into the intricacies of high frequency trading, the stress of incident response, and the importance of redundancy in connectivity. They discuss the evolution of data transmission methods, the challenges of security in trading environments, and the role of custom

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00:57:49

AI in Cybersecurity: How CISOs Are Actually Using...

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2025/11/03

Join Security Cocktail Hour hosts Joe Patti and Adam Roth for an in-depth conversation with Myke Lyons, Chief Information Security Officer at Cribl, about AI in cybersecurity operations. Discover how modern CISOs are actually using LLMs and AI tools in their daily work, handling the data explosion (28% CAGR growth in logs), and transforming security operations with smarter telemetry management. Myke shares practical AI adoption strategies, prompt engineering techniques, and his unique perspective on

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00:57:32

AI cyber attacks need AI cyber defense: Ransomware's...

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2025/09/23

Everyone's using AI, including ransomware gangs. Podcast guest Karin Lagziel, Director Cybersecurity at consulting firm Sygnia, gives us the news and her cyber defense strategies for fighting back: With more AI, as well as a focus on fundamentals.In this episode:🔹 The first AI-powered ransomware "Prompt Lock" discovered in the wild 🔹 How Chinese hackers created "Villager" - the AI version of Cobalt Strike 🔹 Why traditional cybersecurity is failing against AI attacks 🔹 How

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01:05:08

Ep. 60: Crypto Kidnappings, Lost Keys, and...

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2025/09/09

Forbes 30 Under 30 cybersecurity expert Yevheniia Broshevan discusses crypto security challenges, bug bounty programs, and the reality that 95% of Bitcoin has been mined while 11-18% is lost forever.🔥 What You'll Learn:The concerning trend in crypto losses hitting $3 billion this year aloneHow bug bounties in Web3 can reach up to $10 million for critical vulnerabilitiesHow operational security failures cause more crypto thefts than code vulnerabilitiesWhy diversification is critical when

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00:52:50

Ep 57: Dr. Nikki Robinson: Why Security Teams Fail at...

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2025/07/03

It takes an advanced degree to understand the psychology behind why users hate security controls, so we got someone with two: Dr. Nikki Robinson, DSc Cybersecurity, PhD Human Factors. Nikki joins us to break down the real reasons security implementations fail—and how to fix them.What You'll Learn:🔹Why vulnerability scoring goes wrong (hint: it's not the tech)🔹How to get 99% patching rates through automation🔹The psychology behind user resistance to security controls🔹Why developers say "I can't

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01:03:54

Ep. 56: From Zero-Day Hunter to Cyber Defender: Cody...

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2025/06/20

Why would a hacker at the top of his game who found dozens of zero-days switch to defense? The answer is a lot more complicated than you think. In this fascinating episode, we sit down with Cody Pierce, co-founder and CEO of Neon Cyber and former Zero Day Initiative researcher. Cody gives us an insider view into the exploit marketplace, and tells us why he went from offense to defense.🎯 WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER:✅ The REAL difference between vulnerabilities and exploits (most people get this wrong)✅ Why

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01:08:52

Ep. 55: Firmware, Fire and the Future of...

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2025/05/27

Join us for a special episode of the Security Cocktail Hour as co-hosts Joe Patti and Adam Roth sit down with cybersecurity legend Paul Asadoorian—founder of Security Weekly and Principal Security Evangelist at Eclypsium. With more than two decades of experience, Paul brings his unique mix of deep technical knowledge and podcasting charisma to discuss firmware vulnerabilities, supply chain risks, and the overlooked attack surfaces hiding in your hardware. And he literally--and we do mean

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00:28:51

Ep. 54: Don’t Get Hacked on Vacation | Travel...

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2025/05/12

Got big travel plans this summer? Remember to pack some protection against cyber threats. In this episode of the Security Cocktail Hour podcast, hosts Joe Patti and Adam Roth break down the real cybersecurity threats you face when using hotel Wi-Fi, airport chargers, and public networks—and what you can do to stay safe.Learn about:• Why public Wi-Fi is more dangerous than you think• The truth about VPNs—and what they don’t protect• USB “condoms,” OMG cables, and travel routersWhether you’re a casual

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01:00:51

Ep. 47: Landing Your First Cyber Security Job | The...

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2025/01/13

You need experience to get even an entry level job, but how to do you get a job if you don't have experience? For years this classic dilemma didn't apply to cybersecurity, but times have changed. Newly minted security consultant Jerry Sinayuk of NukuDo tells us how he got trained and is lining up his first consulting engagements -- all while getting paid. Join us to learn about this new approach to breaking into a high-tech industry that's actually centuries old.And if that isn't enough to hit a

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00:47:31

Ep. 45: Holiday Scams Unwrapped | Tips to Stay Safe...

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2024/12/03

This holiday season, don’t let scams ruin the festive spirit! In this special holiday episode of the Security Cocktail Hour, co-hosts Joe Patti and Adam Roth break down the most common holiday scams, from the classics to the sneaky new ones you’ve never heard of. From fake gift card requests to sophisticated AI-driven scams, we’ll teach you how to stay one step ahead of the scammers.🎄 What you’ll learn: How scammers exploit holiday stress and generosity The latest tricks using AI and malware

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00:57:17

Ep. 43: Cybersecurity for EMTs and First Responders |...

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2024/11/07

In this episode, leadership trainer, EMT, and former NYPD officer Mike Chanat joins us for a dive into the unique cybersecurity challenges facing EMTs and other first responders. Mike flips the script on hosts Adam Roth and Joe Patti, asking them to share realistic cybersecurity tips that protect both medical responders and their patients. And Mike shows us how the focus on communication, mindset and empathy he brings to his students will also make a difference in cybersecurity.Whether you’re in

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00:56:47

Ep. 42: Retail Crime Prevention | Using AI to Respond...

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2024/10/29

Organized retail crime is more complex than you might think—it's not small-time shoplifting, it's big business run by bad people. In this episode, Doug Horsting, a loss prevention expert from a major retail chain, and Dean Takacs, CEO of Detective Analytics, join hosts Joe and Adam to reveal how they're using technology to enhance traditional investigation techniques to keep up with increasingly bold and sophisticated criminals. Discover how AI, data, and most importantly, trust and collaboration

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