The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast

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By: LimaCharlie

An accessible but technical podcast about cybersecurity and the people who keep the internet safe. The podcast is built as a series of segments: we will be looking back at the last couple of weeks in cybersecurity news, talking to different people in the industry about areas of their expertise, we're going to break apart some of the TTPs being used by adversaries, and we will even cover a little bit of hacker history.

#227 - Intel Chat: Sudo, browser vulns, Medusa & Cloudflare blocks AI
#227
07/08/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some intel being shared in the LimaCharlie community.

Two critical local privilege escalation vulnerabilities in the Sudo utility—CVE-2025-32462 and CVE-2025-32463—have been disclosed by the Stratascale Cyber Research Unit.

Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox are both facing distinct, serious threats this week—Chrome from a zero-day vulnerability under active exploitation and Firefox from a campaign of malicious browser extensions targeting cryptocurrency users.

The Medusa ransomware group, active since late 2021, has maintained a consistent and aggressive operational tempo into 2025.

Cloudf...


#226 - Intel Chat: Thai takedown, Salt Typhoon, Iran & BlueNoroff
#226
07/01/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some intel being shared in the LimaCharlie community.

Thai police conducted a major raid on the Antai Holiday Hotel in central Pattaya late on Monday night, June 16th, uncovering a joint operation involving both ransomware distribution and illegal gambling.Canada’s national cybersecurity agency has confirmed that a Chinese state-sponsored group known as Salt Typhoon successfully targeted a Canadian telecommunications company earlier this year, exploiting a Cisco vulnerability.The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a National Terrorism Advisory System bulletin warning of an elevated risk of cy...


#225 - Defender Fridays: EDR, DFIR & endpoint triage with Brian Carrier, CEO of Sleauth Kit Labs
#225
06/27/2025

Join us every Friday as we delve into the dynamic world of information security, exploring its defensive side with seasoned professionals from across the industry. Our aim is simple yet ambitious: to foster a collaborative space where ideas flow freely, experiences are shared, and knowledge expands.

Each week, we bring you a different expert guest who will share their invaluable insights on topics ranging from threat hunting and incident response to security operations and detection engineering. What makes these sessions special is their informal and interactive nature, allowing for an engaging dialogue between our guests, hosts, and...


#224 - Intel Chat: OtterCookie, Flodrix, Water Curse & Scattered Spider
#224
06/24/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some intel being shared in the LimaCharlie community.

A new malware strain known as OtterCookie, developed by the North Korean APT group Lazarus, has been dissected in a detailed technical analysis by offensive security expert Mauro Eldritch. Attackers are currently exploiting a critical vulnerability in the Langflow platform — an open-source Python-based web app used to build AI workflows and agents — to deliver a new botnet called Flodrix.A new campaign from an emerging threat group named Water Curse is targeting the software supply chain by leveraging GitHub repositories that...


#223 - Defender Fridays: Maintaining the human touch in security operations with Hayden Covington, SOC SecOps Lead at BHIS
#223
06/20/2025

Join us every Friday as we delve into the dynamic world of information security, exploring its defensive side with seasoned professionals from across the industry. Our aim is simple yet ambitious: to foster a collaborative space where ideas flow freely, experiences are shared, and knowledge expands.

Each week, we bring you a different expert guest who will share their invaluable insights on topics ranging from threat hunting and incident response to security operations and detection engineering. What makes these sessions special is their informal and interactive nature, allowing for an engaging dialogue between our guests, hosts, and...


#222 - Intel Chat: PurpleHaze, KEV++, ChatGPT & Mirai botnet
#222
06/18/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some intel being shared in the LimaCharlie community.

Over an eight-month period beginning in July of last year, China-backed threat actors carried out a coordinated campaign that included attempts to breach cybersecurity vendor SentinelOne.CISA has added two newly confirmed exploited vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, citing evidence of active abuse in the wild.OpenAI has banned ChatGPT accounts linked to state-sponsored threat actors, including groups affiliated with governments in China, Russia, North Korea, Iran, and others.A critical vulnerability in Wazuh Server, CVE-2025-24016...


#221 - AI and Automation for security operations with Filip Stojkovski, Staff Security Engineer at Snyk
#220
06/17/2025

On this episode of the Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Filip Stojkovski, Staff Security Engineer at Snyk.

Filip is a cybersecurity professional with over 15 years of experience. He began his career as a SOC analyst and now leads SecOps engineering at Snyk. Filip also advises organizations on SOAR, AI for SOC, and threat intelligence strategies. He holds multiple SANS certifications, including GSTRT, GCTI, and GCFA, and was recognized as “Threat Seeker of the Year.” He is the creator of the LEAD Threat Intelligence Framework and the Security Automation Development Life Cycle.

Filip regularly shares his...


#220 - Defender Fridays: AI on the edge with David (DWIZZLE) Weston, Corporate Vice President, Enterprise and OS Security at Microsoft
#220
06/13/2025

Join us every Friday as we delve into the dynamic world of information security, exploring its defensive side with seasoned professionals from across the industry. Our aim is simple yet ambitious: to foster a collaborative space where ideas flow freely, experiences are shared, and knowledge expands.

Each week, we bring you a different expert guest who will share their invaluable insights on topics ranging from threat hunting and incident response to security operations and detection engineering. What makes these sessions special is their informal and interactive nature, allowing for an engaging dialogue between our guests, hosts, and...


#219 - Intel Chat: MSFT-Crowdstrike, GangExposed, Fastlane & HashiCorp Nomad servers
#219
06/11/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some intel being shared in the LimaCharlie community.

Microsoft and CrowdStrike have announced a strategic alliance aimed at deconflicting threat actor names across their platforms.A new, anonymous figure calling himself GangExposed has surfaced in the cyber threat landscape, publishing a significant set of internal documents that reveal the identities of top leadership within the Conti and Trickbot ransomware crews.A new supply chain attack targeting the Ruby ecosystem has emerged, leveraging impersonated packages to exfiltrate sensitive data from Telegram communications. Researchers at Wiz have published what appears...


#218 - Coinbase + Cetus, Hazy Hawk, BadSuccesssor & DCIS takedown
#218
06/03/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some intel being shared in the LimaCharlie community.

Two significant crypto security breaches occurred in close succession this month, affecting both decentralized and centralized platforms. On May 22, Cetus—a decentralized exchange built on the Sui Network—was exploited via a vulnerability in its automated market maker (AMM). Meanwhile, Coinbase confirmed what it called a “targeted insider threat operation” that compromised data from less than 1% of its active monthly users.A threat group identified as “Hazy Hawk” has been systematically hijacking cloud-based DNS resources tied to well-known organizations, including the US Cente...


#217 - Navigating compliance and risk with Joshua Hoffman, CRO at ControlCase
#217
05/27/2025

On this episode of the Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Joshua Hoffman, CRO at ControlCase.

Josh brings a unique perspective to the cybersecurity conversation, shaped by years of building revenue strategies in fast-changing, highly regulated environments. At ControlCase, he's helping organizations navigate the growing complexity of compliance standards like CMMC, SOC, and PCI DSS, while driving adoption of tech-forward approaches to risk management. His background spans advisory roles and leadership positions across the cybersecurity ecosystem, making him a key voice on how businesses can move beyond checkbox compliance to a more strategic, scalable security posture.


#216 - Intel Chat: Scattered Spider, TA406, Oriental Gudgeon & Apple patches
#216
05/21/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some intel being shared in the LimaCharlie community.

A report from Google on how to defend against UNC3944, better known as Scattered Spider.North Korea-backed threat actor TA406 has shifted its focus to targeting Ukrainian government agencies, according to new research from Proofpoint.Since October 2024, urlscan.io has been tracking a phishing campaign known as Oriental Gudgeon, which is targeting over 40 Japanese commercial entities—mostly in the financial services sector.Apple has released a substantial batch of security updates across its software ecosystem, including iOS 18.5, iPadOS, and the la...


#215 - Inside cyber warfare, intelligence, and investment with Hank Thomas, Managing Partner and Founder at Strategic Cyber Ventures
#215
05/15/2025

On episode 215 of the Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, Hank Thomas, Managing Partner and Founder at Strategic Cyber Ventures, shares his journey from Army intelligence officer to cyber-focused venture capitalist. But the most pressing part of the conversation is his call for a structural overhaul in how the US military handles cyber operations.

Thomas argues that cyber is no longer a niche; it is the starting point for modern conflict. Yet cyber capability remains fragmented across service branches, leading to inefficiencies, talent drain, and even internal competition for resources. He makes the case for a separate, fully resourced cyber...


#214 - Intel Chat: UTA0352/UTA0355, Commvault, Sonic wall & Bot Traffic
#214
05/14/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some intel being shared in the LimaCharlie community.

Since March 2025, Volexity has tracked an escalation in sophisticated phishing campaigns executed by two suspected Russian threat actors, UTA0352 and UTA0355, targeting the Microsoft 365 accounts of individuals connected to Ukraine and human rights organizations. A recent security assessment by watchTowr uncovered a pre-authenticated Remote Code Execution (RCE) vulnerability in Commvault’s on-premise Backup and Recovery solution (Innovation Release 11.38.20). CISA has added two SonicWall vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, indicating an escalation in exploitation activity against the vendor’s SM...


#213 - Building cybersecurity products with Jonathan Haas, Product at Vanta
#213
05/08/2025

On this episode of the Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Jonathan Haas, Product at Vanta, about building cybersecurity products.

Jonathan’s work focuses on making security compliance faster and more accessible, helping teams move from months-long processes to efficient workflows that take just days. Before Vanta, he was the co-founder and CEO of cybersecurity startup ThreatKey, and before that he held key roles at Snapchat, DoorDash, and Carta, where he built and refined compliance systems during times of rapid growth.

Outside of work, Jonathan explores San Francisco on foot, experiments with sourdough pizza recipes, an...


#212 - Intel Chat: RSA 2025
#212
05/05/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some intel being shared in the LimaCharlie community.

During a talk at RSA, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem provided an update on the future direction of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) under the new Trump administration.During the panel discussion titled “AI and Cyber Defense: Protecting Critical Infrastructure” which brought together federal research leaders to talk about how AI and automation are being leveraged to address mounting cyber risks across the U.S. critical infrastructure landscape. A new report titled The Rise of State-Sponsored Hacktivism provides a deta...


#211 - Intel Chat: Fog, Operation Endgame, Mustang Panda & Atomic macOS Stealer (AMOS)
#211
04/29/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some intel being shared in the LimaCharlie community.

Researchers at Trend Micro have uncovered a new campaign by the Fog ransomware group, notable for its use of DOGE-themed ransom notes aimed at mocking victims rather than just extorting them.In the wake of May 2024’s Operation Endgame, which dismantled some of the most prominent malware droppers such as IcedID, Pikabot, SystemBC, Smokeloader, and Bumblebee, law enforcement agencies across Europe and North America have moved into a new phase targeting end users of these platforms.Zscaler researchers have recently ob...


#210 - The current cybersecurity landscape with Ian L. Paterson, CEO of Plurilock
#210
04/25/2025

On today’s episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Ian L. Paterson, CEO of Plurilock, about the current state of Cybersecurity.

Ian is a data entrepreneur with more than 15 years of experience in leading and commercializing technology companies in the fields of data analytics and cybersecurity. Ian is the CEO of Plurilock, where he led the company’s growth and its successful listing on the TSX Venture Exchange.

He previously founded and served as CEO of a data monetization platform that processed over a billion data events monthly before being acquired. Ian also...


#209 - Intel Chat: OCC, CentreStack, UNC5174 & Oracle
#209
04/21/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community.

The U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has confirmed that emails belonging to its executives and staff were compromised in a cyber incident first detected in February.A critical zero-day vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-30406, has been actively exploited since March in CentreStack, a file-sharing platform developed by Gladinet and widely used by managed services providers (MSPs).UNC5174, a state-backed Chinese threat actor, has been observed using stealthy tactics and open source tooling in...


#208 - Cybersecurity in space with Blake Hershey and Gabe Garrett from MORI Associates
#208
04/15/2025

On today’s episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we are going to be speaking with a couple of team members from MORI Associates, a leading firm with over 25 years of experience in delivering comprehensive solutions across technology, communication, and space mission support.

Specializing in scalable, high-impact technologies, the company addresses current challenges while anticipating future needs, contributing to a more connected, efficient, and secure future.

MORI Associates has played pivotal roles in supporting missions to Earth orbit, the moon, and beyond, contributing to groundbreaking projects that advance both terrestrial applications and interstellar explorations.

...


#207 - Intel Chat: MirrorFace, Neptune, Sparrow door & CrushFTP
#207
04/11/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community.

Japanese law enforcement has publicly linked a Chinese state-sponsored threat group known as MirrorFace to a series of cyberattacks that have targeted Japan over the past five years.Researchers at Cyfirma have detailed a new campaign where attackers are using a Remote Access Trojan (RAT) dubbed Neptune to hijack Windows systems.Researchers have discovered new variants of a previously identified Linux backdoor known as SparrowDoor, believed to be the work of a North Korean state-sponsored group known as Kimsuky.CISA...


#206 - The AI Threat Landscape Report with Eoin Wickens, Director of Threat Intelligence at HiddenLayer
#206
04/07/2025

On this episode of the Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we dive into the AI Threat Landscape report with Eoin Wickens, Director of Threat Intelligence at HiddenLayer.

Eoin specializes in AI security, threat research, and malware reverse engineering. Eoin has authored numerous articles on AI security, co-authored a book on cyber threat intelligence focusing on Cobalt Strike, and has spoken at conferences such as DEF CON AI Village, BSides San Francisco, LABScon, and 44CON. He also delivered the 2024 SCORED opening keynote.

You can get a copy of the report here: https://hiddenlayer.com/threatreport2025/


#205 - Intel Chat: OPSEC FAIL, Manifest Confusion & Github Actions
#205
04/01/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community.

On March 24, The Atlantic’s editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg reported a significant OPSEC failure involving U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, who allegedly sent him detailed U.S. military plans over Signal—an encrypted messaging app—on March 15.A newly discovered supply chain attack on the npm ecosystem is targeting developers by backdooring local packages through a process known as “manifest confusion.” Unit 42 researchers at Palo Alto Networks have uncovered an ongoing software supply chain attack targeting GitHub repositories via malicious...


#204 - Intel Chat: Wiz, Windows, SocGholish, WDAC & BLE
#204
03/21/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.

Google has announced a $32 billion ALL CASH acquisition of the Israeli cybersecurity startup Wiz, making it one of the largest deals in the company’s history.A newly discovered zero-day vulnerability in Windows allows attackers to escalate privileges, potentially granting them full control over affected systems.Security researchers have identified new intrusion techniques used by the SocGholish malware framework, which is increasingly being leveraged to distribute ransomware.Security researchers have uncovered a new technique that allows attackers to di...


#203 - Breaking the stigma of addiction in cyber with Jen VanAntwerp, Founder of Sober in Cyber
#203
03/20/2025

On today's episode of the Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we speak with Jen VanAntwerp, the Founder of Sober in Cyber.

Jen is a cybersecurity marketing professional and the founder of Sober in Cyber, a nonprofit on a mission to provide alcohol-free events and community-building opportunities for sober and sober-curious individuals working in infosec. Jen is passionate about breaking the stigma of addiction recovery and is profoundly driven to increase the number of professional networking events that don’t revolve around alcohol. She is also the founder of JVAN Consulting, where she provides marketing consultation services to cybersecurity startups.

...


#202 - Intel Chat: CISA, BianLian (not), Crafty Camel, Github malvertising & SCADA
#202
03/14/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of the LimaCharlie community.

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is facing significant operational challenges as budget constraints force it to scale back key cybersecurity programs.Scammers are taking a new approach to extortion by mailing physical ransom letters to victims, claiming to be the operators of the BianLian ransomware group.A newly identified advanced persistent threat (APT) group, dubbed "Crafty Camel," has been targeting aviation operational technology (OT) systems using a sophisticated technique involving polyglot files. A new malvertising campaign is...


#201 - Scaling Managed Security Operations with Andrew Cook, CTO of Recon InfoSec
#201
03/12/2025

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Andrew Cook, CTO of Recon InfoSec, about lessons learned scaling Managed Security Operations.


#200 - Multimodal Offensive Artificial Intelligence with Philippe Humeau, CEO of CrowdSec
#200
03/11/2025

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Philippe Humeau, CEO of CrowdSec, about Multimodal Offensive Artificial Intelligence (MOAI).

Philippe is a cybersecurity expert and seasoned entrepreneur with a deep passion for enhancing global internet security. He is the founder and CEO of CrowdSec, an innovative open-source platform that harnesses the power of community-driven threat intelligence to protect systems worldwide. Philippe's work focuses on collaborative approaches to cybersecurity, ensuring that organizations can stay ahead of evolving threats by pooling collective knowledge and resources. With years of experience building solutions that address complex security challenges...


#199 - Intel Chat: Lazarus Group, BadPilot, PAN-OS, emoji exfil, Kitty Stealer & PolarEdge
#199
03/07/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.

North Korea’s state-backed Lazarus Group is believed to be responsible for the largest cryptocurrency heist ever recorded, stealing $1.5 billion from the Bybit exchange. The "BadPilot" hacking campaign has been linked to Russia's Sandworm threat group, a unit of the GRU known for cyber espionage and disruptive attacks. GreyNoise has observed active exploitation of CVE-2025-0108, a critical authentication bypass vulnerability in Palo Alto Networks’ PAN-OS. Security researcher Paul Butler has demonstrated a novel technique for smuggling arbitrary data...


#198 - AI risk and safety with John Vaina, AI Researcher & Red Teamer
#198
03/06/2025

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we talk with John Vaina, AI Researcher and Red Teamer, about AI risk and safety.

John is an expert in AI risk, safety, and security. John currently works as an AI red team operator, tackling some of the most complex challenges in the field. His work spans traditional cybersecurity concerns, such as identifying vulnerabilities in AI systems, to cutting-edge tasks like testing for emergent behaviors and conducting AI alignment and safety audits.

John’s expertise includes evaluating ethical and bias risks, ensuring model robustness, and running adversarial at...


#197 - Avoiding burnout and a managing stress with Amanda Berlin, CEO of Mental Health Hackers
#197
02/28/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss stress management and avoiding burnout with Amanda Berlin, CEO of Mental Health Hackers.

Amanda is the Senior Product Manager of Cybersecurity at Blumira, where she collaborates with a talented team to make security more accessible. With a career in IT spanning nearly her entire adult life, her expertise includes infrastructure security, network troubleshooting, purple teaming, and security awareness training.

Beyond her role at Blumira, Amanda leads Mental Health Hackers, an organization dedicated to addressing the unique mental health challenges faced by cybersecurity professionals and heavy...


#196 - Security challenges in the Arctic with Deepak Dutt, Founder of Zighra
#196
02/25/2025

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we talk about security issues in the Arctic with Deepak Dutt, Founder of Zighra.

Deepak is a technology leader and entrepreneur on a mission to secure the future against AI-powered threats and to inspire founders to transform their ideas from zero to meaningful impact.

Deepak’s career began in the software space, inspired by his father’s passion for technology. In his late teens, he founded his first company in the eLearning space, which he successfully led to an acquisition, relocating to Ottawa at the age of 21.


#195 - Intel Chat: APT tunnelling, BadPilot, CVE-2025-0108, emojis & Kitty Stealer (take 2)
#193
02/21/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.

Network traffic tunneling is a technique used by attackers to bypass security controls and exfiltrate data or establish covert communication channels. Threat actors use various tunneling methods, including DNS tunneling, HTTP/S tunneling, and ICMP tunneling, each with its own advantages depending on the target environment.

The "BadPilot" hacking campaign has been linked to Russia's Sandworm threat group, a unit of the GRU known for cyber espionage and disruptive attacks.

GreyNoise has observed...


#194 – Exploring MSSP partnerships and technology providers with Raffaele Mautone, CEO of Judy Security
#194
02/19/2025

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we explore MSSP partnerships and technology providers with Raffaele Mautone, CEO of Judy Security.

Raffaele brings a strong background in IT, sales, and operations, with extensive experience in cybersecurity and IT shaping the foundation of Judy Security. He has a proven track record of leading teams through successful acquisitions, strategic planning, and large-scale program deployments.

Throughout his career, he has worked with major companies like Duo, FireEye, McAfee, and Dell, focusing on marketing and sales strategies, business process improvements, and go-to-market programs.

Judy Security delivers...


#193 - Intel Chat: Ransomware drops, 8Base, XE Group, SolarWinds-esque attack & cyber-espionage in South Asia
#193
02/13/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.

Ransomware payments saw a significant drop in 2024, falling by 35% compared to the previous year. Law enforcement agencies have arrested a suspected core member of the 8Base ransomware group, marking a significant development in efforts to combat cybercrime. The XE Group, a financially motivated cybercrime organization, has shifted its tactics from traditional card-skimming attacks to more sophisticated supply chain compromises.Security researchers at watchTowr have demonstrated a supply chain attack technique that surpasses the scale and stealth of the...


#192 - Talent acquisition, training, and retention in the MSSP space with Paul Ihme, Cofounder & Managing Principle at Soteria
#192
02/11/2025

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we talk about talent acquisition, training, and retention in the MSSP space with Paul Ihme, Cofounder & Managing Principle at Soteria.

Paul is a cybersecurity professional with extensive experience in both federal and private sectors. He is the co-founder and managing principal of Soteria, a firm that provides tailored cybersecurity solutions and strategic advisory services to help businesses defend against cyber threats 24/7. Soteria specializes in managed detection and response, domain monitoring, and risk management for Microsoft 365 environments among other things. Prior to founding Soteria, Paul held key roles in cybersecurity...


#191 - Intel Chat: Lumma Stealer, xWorm, WSDOT & FortiOS
#191
02/04/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.

Lumma Stealer, an information-stealing malware, has been observed using new evasion techniques to avoid detection.Researchers at CloudSEK have uncovered a trojanized version of the xWorm Remote Access Trojan (RAT) builder that is being secretly distributed among cybercriminals. A recent disclosure by security researcher Zach Latta highlights how the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) inadvertently exposed sensitive server credentials on its public website.A critical authentication bypass vulnerability (CVE-2024-21762) in Fortinet’s FortiOS has been actively ex...


#190 - How MSSPs can help clients meet regulatory requirements with Garret Grajek, CEO at YouAttest
#190
02/03/2025

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Garret Grajek, CEO of YouAttest, about how MSSPs help clients meet regulatory requirements and what it means for the MSSP.

Garret is a certified security leader with nearly 30 years of experience in information security. Garret is widely recognized as a visionary in identity, access, and authentication, holding 13 patents in areas such as x.509, mobile security, single sign-on (SSO), federation, and multi-factor technologies. Over the course of his career, he has contributed to major security projects for prominent commercial clients like Dish Networks, Office Depot, TicketMaster, and...


#189 - Intel Chat: Docker, LDAPNightmare, Codefinger & Fortinet FortiGate
#189
01/28/2025

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we discuss some cutting-edge intel coming out of LimaCharlie's community Slack channel.

From earlier this week, The Docker Systems Status page reports an ongoing issue affecting Docker Desktop on macOS, where malware alerts are triggered by macOS identifying com.docker.vmnetd or com.docker.socket as potential threats. SafeBreach Labs has released a proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit for CVE-2024-49113, a critical vulnerability in the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) that impacts unpatched Windows Servers, including Active Directory Domain Controllers (DCs).The Halcyon RISE team has uncovered a novel ransomware campaign...


#188 - The MSSP Alert 2024 Pricing Benchmark Report with Sharon Florentine, Senior Managing Editor at CyberRisk Alliance
#188
01/23/2025

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we speak with Sharon Florentine, Senior Managing Editor at CyberRisk Alliance, about the MSSP Alert 2024 Pricing Benchmark Report.

Sharon is a master technology storyteller and editor with over two decades of experience in shaping the way we understand and engage with technology. Sharon's career spans an impressive range of platforms, from books and print magazines to podcasts, live events, and digital media. She's covered everything from AI and cybersecurity to career development and diversity in tech.

Currently, Sharon is the Senior Managing Editor for CyberRisk Alliance's channel...