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Security Noise

In the security industry, it"s easy to get overwhelmed by the constant barrage of information and buzzy trends. On Security Noise, we help you sort through the noise and identify the information that truly matters. Listen to hear from practitioners in the field who are using the latest tools and methodologies to stay ahead. Whether you"re a seasoned security pro or an industry newcomer, our podcast has something for anyone in the business of making the world secure. Presented by TrustedSec, an

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37:47

8.12 - AI is Exploring The Deep Blue CVEs

Security Noise ·

2026/03/24

Let's find a CVE! On this episode of Security Noise, we explore the cutting-edge use of AI in vulnerability research, exploit development, and cybersecurity defense. Guests Christopher Paschen, Research Practice Lead at TrustedSec, and Principal Security Consultant Justin Bollinger sit down with Geoff and Skyler to discuss how frontier AI models are transforming security practices, the ethical implications, and the future of AI-driven hacking and defense. About this podcast: Security Noise, a

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41:56

8.11 - IR Evolve

Security Noise ·

2026/03/09

How is incident response (IR) changing as threats are advancing? Increasing attack speeds and dropping exfiltration times have responders on high alert. On this episode of Security Noise, we invite TrustedSec's Incident Response Practice Lead Ryan Macfarlane on the podcast to discuss current findings in the digital forensics and IR space and how AI impacts cybersecurity. Ryan also talks about his time as an FBI Cyber agent. About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff

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39:38

8.10 - Ten Years: A Decade of Doing This

Security Noise ·

2026/02/23

It's our 10TH ANNIVERSARY! In this episode of Security Noise, we react to some significant developments in InfoSec, including Microsoft's integration of Sysmon into Windows. We are joined by TrustedSec Founder and CEO David Kennedy to celebrate a decade of our podcast and talk about the early years. As we reminisce, Skyler digs through the archives and pulls up some old clips to see how TrustedSec has evolved in the cybersecurity space over the years. Lastly, but not leastly, we are joined by Senior

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36:21

8.9 - LLM = Love Language Model?!

Security Noise ·

2026/02/09

AI seems to be everywhere in 2026. This can be problematic when it goes undetected in our personal interactions, including our romantic lives though dating apps, catfishing, or romance scams. In this special Valentine's Day episode, Geoff and Skyler talk about the rise in spam tactics, the use of AI in catfishing and social engineering, and the "Dead Internet" theory. They tested some of these tactics, armed with a highly-trained LLM (Love Language Model), and made a "phishy" phone call to

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31:25

8.8 - Navigating Authorization with a Copilot

Security Noise ·

2026/01/26

Data security relies on clarity around authorization controls and assets, but AI tools can risk exposure sensitive information as they are increasingly being integrated into everything we use. In this episode of Security Noise, Geoff is joined by Principal Security Consultant Drew Kirkpatrick as they dive into the use of LLMs such as Microsoft Copilot at organizations and its implications for data security and authorization. They explore the importance of data classification policies and the

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46:25

8.7 - Hacker Family Feud

Security Noise ·

2025/12/05

Who will win Hacker Family Feud? On this special, year-end episode of Security Noise, we are gathering the fam around the digital fireplace for a hacker-themed game night! Geoff and Skyler are having TrustedSec's Jason Lang, Scott White, Rob Simon, Paul Koblitz, Martin Bos, and Chris Boesch duke it out to see which team can guess the most popular answers to cybersecurity industry questions. What is the most overused password in real-world breaches? What is the first thing a red teamer does after

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18:40

8.6 - C2 for Me + You

Security Noise ·

2025/11/19

Attackers and threat actors use command and control techniques, also known as C2, to gain access to networks and communicate with compromised devices. On this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler are joined by Principal Research Analyst Scott Nusbaum to discuss C2 techniques. Listen as they cover how different types of attackers typically use C2, how that differs from what pentesters and red teamers are using, techniques for blending into cloud environments, and the ever-growing role of AI in

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29:18

8.5 - Footprint Discovery for Red Teamers

Security Noise ·

2025/11/03

Red Teaming 101: understand your target before you attack. On this episode, we invited two heavy hitters, Principal Security Consultants Hans Lakhan and Oddvar Moe on the show to talk about Red Team operations. We discuss footprinting and reconnaissance techniques including identifying a target's online presence, the tools and methods used for reconnaissance, and social engineering. Listen as we walk through how we map the digital terrain before a red team engagement! About this podcast: Security

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26:23

8.4 - CON Men: Wild West Hackin' Fest + GrrCON

Security Noise ·

2025/10/24

On this special Friday Edition of Security Noise, Geoff lets Skyler out of the sound booth and sends him to Deadwood, South Dakota to attend (and speak at) Wild West Hackin' Fest! Skyler also interviews TrustedSec's Senior Security Consultant David Boyd on his WWHF talk on Social Engineering and Principal Security Consultant Adam Compton's GrrCON talk titled "An Old Hillbilly's Guide to BASH for Pentests...". Listen in as Skyler takes over the show to talk with the "CON Men of TrustedSec!" About

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36:02

8.3 - Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2025

Security Noise ·

2025/10/06

On this episode, Alex Hamerstone, TrustedSec's Advisory Solutions Director, joins the show for Cybersecurity Awareness Month! We go over recent trends in cybersecurity and the importance of ongoing training for employees. We also take a look at different ways to safely authenticate and authorize your users, the risks with IoT devices in your home, and the rapidly growing number of scams utilizing AI. About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and

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32:39

8.2 - Can You Wear a White Hat After Labor Day?

Security Noise ·

2025/09/22

Need to catch up on this summer's security news? In this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler chat with TrustedSec Founder and CEO Dave Kennedy about recent national security breaches, the role of AI in software development, and the challenges of public awareness regarding cyber threats. How have national security disclosures impacted politics? How has AI influenced trends in cyber attacks? Listen now as we discuss the state of cybersecurity in 2025! About this podcast: Security Noise, a

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27:03

8.1 - Hacker Summer Camp

Security Noise ·

2025/09/08

Security Noise is back for its 8th season! The weather is getting cooler but we are still chatting about our experiences in Las Vegas for "Hacker Summer Camp." In this episode, Geoff and Skyler speak with Senior Security Consultants David Boyd and Whitney Phillips about their experiences at DEFCON 33 and Black Hat 2025. We discuss the evolution of DEFCON, the challenges of navigating large conferences, and tips for making the most of your experience. About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec

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46:32

7.19 - Hacker Culture: The Self Modifying Code

Security Noise ·

2025/07/01

Hack the planet! In this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler chat with TrustedSec CSO & VP of Consulting Martin Bos and Principal Security Consultant Mike Felch about the evolution of hacker culture. They talk about their early experiences with hacking, cyber tech, and movies as well as cultural shifts over the years and how it has impacted the conference experience. Join us for a trip down memory lane with some cybersecurity pros! About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast

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39:01

7.18 - Hacking with AI

Security Noise ·

2025/06/16

On this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler chat with Security Consultant Shane Jones about how AI can accelerate workflows and the pros and cons of using automation in penetration testing. Skyler covers his experiences with voice cloning, which AI tools assisted his engagement, and how he was able to trick the IVR system. About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation

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25:40

7.17 - RE: Active Directory

Security Noise ·

2025/06/02

On this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler chat with Identity Security Architect Sean Metcalf about securing Active Directory, Entra, DS, and that messy space in between. Sean also talks about his recent presentation at RSA, common challenges in the identity security space, frequently seen penetration test findings, and more! About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in

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27:56

7.16 - What the DIT?

Security Noise ·

2025/05/12

Who doesn't love a new tool? In this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler talk to Senior Research Analyst Alex Ball about his new open-source tool DIT Explorer. DIT Explorer opens a .dit file of your choosing (NTDS.dit is the file housing the data for Windows Active Directory), loads the directory schema, and presents the objects as a tree. Alex takes us through the tool's functions, why and how he created it, and upcoming updates. Learn more about DIT Explorer in Alex's blog:

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38:39

7.15 - Trust Me, at Least This Week!

Security Noise ·

2025/04/28

Let's Encrypt now offers certificates with 6-day lifetimes but what does that mean for the commercial TLS trust anchor world? On this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler are joined by Principal Security Consultant Justin Bollinger to discuss new options for certificate lifetimes and the implications of the new maximum ages, good and bad. About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in

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43:13

7.14 - SOC Market: Trends in Threat Detection

Security Noise ·

2025/04/14

In this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler talk with IR Practice Lead Carlos Perez and Security Consultant Zach Bevilacqua about the world of security operations. They discuss current trends, the role of AI, challenges with traditional SIEM tools, and the value of proper logging and monitoring configurations. How important are proactive measures and effective communication within SOC teams? Find out what our team has to say on this episode of Security Noise! About this podcast: Security

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30:46

7.13 - Oops I Clicked It Again: Business Email...

Security Noise ·

2025/03/24

How has email security evolved over the years? What challenges do organizations face in protecting against sophisticated phishing attacks? Find out on this episode of Security Noise! Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks are becoming increasingly common and sophisticated. In this episode, Geoff and Skyler speak with Incident Response Security Consultant Olivia Cate and Director of Advisory Innovation Rocky Brockway about BEC and what you can do to prepare your organization. We discuss which types

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25:22

7.12 - CactusCon: A Succulent Security Event

Security Noise ·

2025/03/06

In this episode, Geoff and Skyler talk with TrustedSec Security Consultants Whitney Phillips and Justin Bollinger about their recent presentations and experiences at CactusCon in Mesa, Arizona. Justin delves deep into the complexities surrounding the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) identification process and bug bounty programs, highlighting key challenges security researchers face. Whitney shares her expertise on crafting and delivering impactful conference presentations, offering

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