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• https://arstechnica.com/security/2025/06/active-exploitation-of-ami-management-tool-imperils-thousands-of-servers/
• https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/man-pleads-guilty-to-hacking-networks-to-pitch-security-services/
• https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2025/06/23/new-hire-phishing-risk/

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• https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/russian-hackers-bypass-gmail-mfa-using-stolen-app-passwords/
• https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/north-korean-hackers-deepfake-execs-in-zoom-call-to-spread-mac-malware/
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https://thehackernews.com/2025/06/new-supply-chain-malware-operation-hits.html?m=1
https://www.csoonline.com/article/4002103/cisos-beware-genai-use-is-outpacing-security-controls.html
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In this episode of the Defensive Security Podcast, hosts Jerry Bell and Andrew Kalat discuss a range of topics including the introduction of a new cryptocurrency, Guard Llama Coin, and the implications of recent cybersecurity incidents involving ConnectWise and ransomware attacks. They explore the challenges organizations face in responding to nation-state attacks, the complexities of ransomware tactics, and the importance of employee security awareness. The conversation emphasizes the need for timely patching and proactive security measures to protect against evolving threats.

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https://www.theregister.com/2025/05/30/connectwise_compromised_by_sophisticated_government/
https://www.darkreading.com/application-security/dragonforce-ransomware-msp-supply-chain-attack
https://www.darkreading.com/threat-intelligence/3am-ransomware-adopts-email-bombing-vishing

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In this episode, Jerry and Andrew discuss  the importance of data security, phishing attacks targeting hiring managers, the implications of paying ransoms, and the recent Disney data breach incident. They emphasize the need for better training for employees and the challenges of managing software supply chains. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of cyber threats and the necessity for organizations to adopt more robust security practices.

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https://www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/venom-spider-phishing-scheme
https://go.theregister.com/feed/www.theregister.com/2025/05/08/powerschool_data_extortionist/
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/supply-chain-attack-hits-npm-package-with-45-000-weekly-downloads/
https://www.theregister.com/2025/05/02/disney_slack_hacker_revealed_to/

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In this episode, we discuss the Google Mandiant 2025 M-Trends report.  The report is available here: https://services.google.com/fh/files/misc/m-trends-2025-en.pdf

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In this episode of the Defensive Security Podcast, hosts Jerry Bell and Andrew Kalat discuss various cybersecurity topics, including the rise of ransomware, the importance of backup strategies, and the implications of AI in phishing attacks. They discuss into the challenges of managing non-human identities and the need for effective communication of security metrics. The conversation also touches on the recent Oracle breach and the evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats.

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• https://www.cybersecuritydive.com/news/remote-access-tools-ransomware-entry/745144/
• https://www.darkreading.com/cyberattacks-data-breaches/oracle-breach-2-obsolete-servers
• https://thehackernews.com/2025/04/explosive-growth-of-non-human.html?m=1
• https://thehackernews.com/2025/04/security-theater-vanity-metrics-keep.html?m=1
• https://www.securityweek.com/ai-now-outsmarts-humans-in-spear-phishing-analysis-shows/

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In this episode, Jerry and Andrew discuss various cybersecurity topics, including the recent Oracle Cloud security breach, a GitHub supply chain attack, insider threats, and the implications of AI in cybersecurity. They explore the challenges of maintaining trust in cloud services, the complexities of insider threats, and the evolving landscape of cybercrime driven by AI advancements. The conversation emphasizes the need for robust security measures and the importance of adapting to emerging threats in the cybersecurity realm.

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• https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/oracle-privately-confirms-cloud-breach-to-customers/
• https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/recent-github-supply-chain-attack-traced-to-leaked-spotbugs-token/
• ttps://www.securityweek.com/39-million-secrets-leaked-on-github-in-2024/
• https://www.theregister.com/2025/04/02/deel_rippling_espionage/
• https://www.securityweek.com/ai-giving-rise-of-the-zero-knowledge-threat-actor/

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In this episode of the Defensive Security Podcast, hosts Jerry Bell and Andrew Kalat discuss a range of cybersecurity topics, including the recent Oracle Cloud breach, the challenges of asset management in large environments, and the importance of prioritizing vulnerabilities. They also explore the findings from a pen test report, the implications of emerging threats like Medusa ransomware, and the need for better security practices in organizations.

Links:

• https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/oracle-customers-confirm-data-stolen-in-alleged-cloud-breach-is-valid/
• https://thehackernews.com/2025/03/10-critical-network-pentest-findings-it.html?m=1
• https://www.horizon3.ai/attack-research/attack-blogs/critical-or-clickbait-github-actions-and-apache-tomcat-rce-vulnerabilities-2025/
• https://www.forbes.com/sites/daveywinder/2025/03/30/fbi-warns-use-2fa-as-time-traveling-hackers-strike/
• https://www.reversinglabs.com/blog/epss-is-not-foolproof-shift-your-appsec-beyond-vulnerabilities

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In this episode of the Defense of Security podcast, hosts Jerry Bell and Andrew Kalat discuss various cybersecurity topics, including a recent incident involving notorious hackers breaching a company network in under an hour, strategies to defend against deepfake attacks, the targeting of freelance developers by North Korean adversaries, vulnerabilities in Palo Alto firewalls, and the emergence of ghost ransomware. The conversation emphasizes the importance of proactive security measures and the evolving landscape of cyber threats.

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Takeaways:

• The speed of cyber attacks is increasing, with breaches occurring in under an hour.
• Organizations must implement robust processes to defend against deepfake attacks.
• Freelance developers are at risk of being targeted by sophisticated cybercriminals.
• Palo Alto firewalls are vulnerable to attacks if management interfaces are exposed to the internet.
• Ghost ransomware is a growing threat, often using familiar tactics to exploit vulnerabilities.

Links:

• https://arstechnica.com/security/2025/02/notorious-crooks-broke-into-a-company-network-in-48-minutes-heres-how/
• https://www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/4-low-cost-ways-defend-organization-against-deepfakes
• https://www.welivesecurity.com/en/eset-research/deceptivedevelopment-targets-freelance-developers/
• https://www.theregister.com/2025/02/19/palo_alto_firewall_attack/
• https://hackread.com/fbi-cisa-ghost-ransomware-threat-to-firms-worldwide/