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Blue Security
By Andy Jaw & Adam BrewerTechnology
Blue Security episodes
- Administrator protection on Windows 11, Multi-tenancy in Unified SOC
Summary
In this episode of the Blue Security Podcast, hosts Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer delve into the new security features of Windows 11, focusing on Administrator Protection and its implications for user privilege management. They also explore the advancements in Microsoft Sentinel, particularly the introduction of multi-tenancy and workspace management, which enhances security operations for organizations with multiple tenants. The discussion emphasizes the importance of these features in improving security and operational efficiency.
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YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/n4IsSrLmPPc
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Documentation:
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/windows-itpro-blog/administrator-protection-on-windows-11/4303482
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/microsoftsentinelblog/whats-new-multi-tenancy-in-the-unified-security-operations-platform-experience-i/4225658
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/microsoftsentinelblog/multi-workspace-for-multi-tenant-is-now-in-public-preview-in-microsofts-unified-/4398229
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/unified-secops-platform/mto-overview
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Contact Us:
Website: https://bluesecuritypod.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bluesecuritypod.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluesecpod
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueSecurityPodcast
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Andy Jaw
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajawzero.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyjaw/
Email: [email protected]
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Adam Brewer
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajbrewer
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjbrewer/
Email: [email protected]
29 min - Microsoft's Secure by Design journey - One year of success
Summary
In this episode of the Blue Security Podcast, hosts Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer discuss Microsoft's Secure Future Initiative (SFI), which aims to enhance security standards across its products and services. They delve into the implementation of mandatory multi-factor authentication, the transition to passwordless accounts, and the adoption of memory-safe programming languages. The conversation highlights the importance of user experience in security measures and the ongoing efforts to reduce vulnerabilities in software development. In this conversation, Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer discuss significant advancements in Windows security, including just-in-time admin access, the Pluton processor, and the integration of security features in Windows 11. They emphasize the importance of mandatory security practices at Microsoft, the role of Xbox in hardware security, and the need for transparency in vulnerability disclosures. The discussion also highlights the impact of security framework initiatives on employee behavior and the overall security posture of the organization.
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YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/GctR4oEo_PI
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Documentation:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/2025/04/17/microsofts-secure-by-design-journey-one-year-of-success/
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Contact Us:
Website: https://bluesecuritypod.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bluesecuritypod.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluesecpod
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueSecurityPodcast
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Andy Jaw
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajawzero.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyjaw/
Email: [email protected]
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Adam Brewer
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajbrewer
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjbrewer/
Email: [email protected]
45 min - Quick Recovery, Hotpatch, Copilot Podcast
Summary
In this episode of the Blue Security Podcast, hosts Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer discuss the new Quick Recovery feature in Windows 11, which automates device remediation during critical failures. They explore its implications for cybersecurity, the Windows Resiliency Initiative, and the importance of user feedback in feature development. The conversation also covers the Hot Patch feature, which allows for security updates without requiring user reboots, and the performance of Windows on ARM devices. Finally, they delve into Copilot's new podcast generation feature, highlighting its potential to enhance user learning.
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YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/emZcf3WvHb0
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Documentation:
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/windows-itpro-blog/get-started-with-quick-machine-recovery-in-windows/4398487
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/windows-itpro-blog/hotpatch-for-windows-client-now-available/4399808
https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/copilot-can-now-turn-your-favorite-topics-into-a-virtual-podcast-that-you-can-partake-in/ar-AA1CjDld
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Contact Us:
Website: https://bluesecuritypod.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bluesecuritypod.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluesecpod
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueSecurityPodcast
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Andy Jaw
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajawzero.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyjaw/
Email: [email protected]
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Adam Brewer
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajbrewer
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjbrewer/
Email: [email protected]
36 min - CVE Program under fire, NLRB whistleblower, Microsoft Zero-Day
Summary
In this episode of the Blue Security Podcast, hosts Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer discuss critical updates in cybersecurity, focusing on the funding crisis of the CVE program, concerns over government efficiency and data security, and the recent Microsoft CLFS vulnerability that led to ransomware threats. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a centralized database for vulnerability tracking and the risks associated with data handling in government agencies.
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YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/V6kCi3H-yLY
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Documentation:
https://www.theverge.com/news/649835/cve-cybersecurity-program-contract-renewed
https://www.npr.org/2025/04/15/nx-s1-5355896/doge-nlrb-elon-musk-spacex-security
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/2025/04/08/exploitation-of-clfs-zero-day-leads-to-ransomware-activity/
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Contact Us:
Website: https://bluesecuritypod.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bluesecuritypod.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluesecpod
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueSecurityPodcast
-----------------------------------------------------------
Andy Jaw
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajawzero.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyjaw/
Email: [email protected]
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Adam Brewer
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajbrewer
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjbrewer/
Email: [email protected]
31 min - Side-by-Side with Third-Party Products
Summary
In this episode of the Blue Security Podcast, hosts Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer discuss the integration of Microsoft Security Solutions with third-party security tools. They explore how organizations can leverage Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office, Entra, Intune, and Cloud Access Security Broker solutions to enhance their security posture. The conversation emphasizes the importance of utilizing existing tools to gain additional insights and telemetry, ensuring a more robust security framework without conflicts or performance degradation.
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YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/kE2cVwjPzYs
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Documentation:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/defender-endpoint/microsoft-defender-antivirus-compatibilityhttps://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/intune/intune-service/protect/device-compliance-partners#supported-device-compliance-partnershttps://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/defender-cloud-apps/zscaler-integrationhttps://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/defender-cloud-apps/additional-integrations
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Contact Us:
Website: https://bluesecuritypod.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bluesecuritypod.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluesecpod
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueSecurityPodcast
-----------------------------------------------------------
Andy Jaw
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajawzero.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyjaw/
Email: [email protected]
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Adam Brewer
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajbrewer
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjbrewer/
Email: [email protected]
41 min - Automatic Attack Disruption with OAuth Protection
Summary
In this episode of the Blue Security Podcast, hosts Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer delve into the intricacies of Microsoft's Automatic Attack Disruption feature, particularly focusing on its integration with OAuth protection. They discuss the risks associated with OAuth applications, the importance of signal correlation in detecting and mitigating attacks, and the capabilities of Microsoft's Defender XDR platform. The conversation highlights the need for organizations to configure their security settings effectively and the future direction of security practices towards a 'secure by default' approach.
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YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/zLj5b8JFH2s
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Documentation:
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/microsoftthreatprotectionblog/defending-against-oauth-based-attacks-with-automatic-attack-disruption/4384381
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity/enterprise-apps/configure-user-consent?pivots=portal
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/graph/permissions-reference
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/defender-xdr/configure-attack-disruption
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Contact Us:
Website: https://bluesecuritypod.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bluesecuritypod.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluesecpod
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueSecurityPodcast
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Andy Jaw
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajawzero.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyjaw/
Email: [email protected]
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Adam Brewer
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajbrewer
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjbrewer/
Email: [email protected]
33 min - The Signal Incident
Summary
In this episode, Andy and Adam discuss a significant breach of sensitive military information that was leaked through a Signal chat involving high-level government officials. They explore the implications of this breach, the role of technology in government security, and the human errors that led to the violation of established policies. The conversation delves into the cultural influences on compliance, the challenges posed by shadow IT, and the evolution of security practices in the face of modern technology. They also evaluate the security risks associated with using Signal for sensitive communications. In this conversation, Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer delve into the complexities of data security, focusing on the vulnerabilities associated with devices and applications like Signal. They discuss the importance of human factors in data security, emphasizing that even the most secure applications can be compromised through human error. The conversation transitions into organizational strategies for protecting sensitive information, highlighting the need for a positive workplace culture that encourages compliance with security protocols. The discussion concludes with reflections on the importance of adaptability in organizational security practices and the role of insider risk management.
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YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/hLotPRhNH8s
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Documentation:
https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2025/03/trump-administration-accidentally-texted-me-its-war-plans/682151/
https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2025/03/signal-group-chat-attack-plans-hegseth-goldberg/682176/
https://www.npr.org/2025/03/25/nx-s1-5339801/pentagon-email-signal-vulnerability
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Contact Us:
Website: https://bluesecuritypod.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bluesecuritypod.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluesecpod
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueSecurityPodcast
-----------------------------------------------------------
Andy Jaw
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajawzero.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyjaw/
Email: [email protected]
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Adam Brewer
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajbrewer
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjbrewer/
Email: [email protected]
49 min - Entra Conditional Access - Deep Dive
Summary
In this episode of the Blue Security Podcast, hosts Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer delve into the intricacies of Microsoft Entra's conditional access. They explore the fundamental concepts of conditional access, its policies, and the integration of identity management with device management. The discussion highlights the importance of risk assessment, granular control, and the various conditions that can be applied to access controls. The hosts emphasize the significance of compliance policies and the interplay between different security measures to ensure robust protection against potential threats. In this conversation, Adam Brewer and Andy Jaw delve into the complexities of compliance and security in hybrid environments, focusing on access control mechanisms, session controls, and the innovative concept of authentication context. They explore the importance of ensuring devices are compliant and the various strategies organizations can implement to enhance security measures, including the use of approved client apps and continuous access evaluation. The discussion emphasizes the need for a layered security approach to protect sensitive information effectively.
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YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/qvfEt49j2qQ
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Documentation:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity/conditional-access/overview
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/sharepoint/authentication-context-example
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/microsoft-entra-blog/conditional-access-authentication-context-now-in-public-preview/1942484
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/coreinfrastructureandsecurityblog/enhancing-security-with-entra-pim-and-conditional-access-policy-using-authentica/4368002
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Contact Us:
Website: https://bluesecuritypod.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bluesecuritypod.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluesecpod
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueSecurityPodcast
-----------------------------------------------------------
Andy Jaw
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajawzero.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyjaw/
Email: [email protected]
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Adam Brewer
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajbrewer
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjbrewer/
Email: [email protected]
46 min - 3rd Party Vendor or Contractor Access
Summary
In this episode of the Blue Security Podcast, hosts Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer delve into the complexities of granting secure access to third-party vendors and contractors. They discuss the best practices for managing elevated permissions, the implications of B2B collaboration, and the importance of lifecycle management for contractor accounts. The conversation also covers licensing considerations for external identities and compares access methods like Azure Bastion and Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). In this conversation, Adam Brewer and Andy Jaw delve into the complexities of RDP security, Azure environments, and the management of contractor accounts. They discuss the inherent risks associated with RDP, the importance of mitigating these risks through proper governance and lifecycle management, and the advantages of using Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) versus Windows 365 for contractors. The discussion emphasizes the need for a zero trust approach and the benefits of network segmentation, while also addressing licensing considerations and user management strategies.
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YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/PQSLdNK_Yv4
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Documentation:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-365/overview
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/virtual-desktop/overview
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/external-id/b2b-fundamentals
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Contact Us:
Website: https://bluesecuritypod.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bluesecuritypod.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluesecpod
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueSecurityPodcast
-----------------------------------------------------------
Andy Jaw
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajawzero.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyjaw/
Email: [email protected]
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Adam Brewer
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajbrewer
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjbrewer/
Email: [email protected]
48 min - Next-Gen Logging for the Next-Gen SIEM with Special Guest Karl Niblock
Summary
In this episode of the Blue Security Podcast, hosts Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer engage with cybersecurity architect Karl Niblock to discuss the evolution of logging practices in security information and event management (SIEM) systems. The conversation explores the shift from a 'log everything' mentality to a more strategic approach that emphasizes quality over quantity in data ingestion. Karl highlights the challenges posed by exponential data growth and the importance of customer empathy in designing effective security operations. The discussion also delves into the cost of detection, the value of high-quality logs, and the need for organizations to rethink their logging strategies to enhance threat detection and response capabilities. In this conversation, Karl discusses the intricacies of data logging in cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of understanding the layers of data fidelity and how to effectively manage and utilize logs within Azure Sentinel. He introduces a pyramid model to categorize different types of logs based on their security value and discusses the significance of data-driven decision-making in optimizing security operations. The conversation also touches on the need for evolving data architecture to keep pace with modern threats and the practical implications of data management in security operations.
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YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/V3KEpNIJl-o
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Documentation:
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/data-explorer/data-explorer-overview
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/azure-monitor/logs/log-analytics-workspace-overview
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/microsoftsentinelblog/using-azure-data-explorer-for-long-term-retention-of-microsoft-sentinel-logs/1883947
https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/sentinel/basic-logs-use-cases
https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlniblock/
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Contact Us:
Website: https://bluesecuritypod.com
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bluesecuritypod.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluesecpod
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueSecurityPodcast
-----------------------------------------------------------
Andy Jaw
Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ajawzero.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyjaw/
Email: [email protected]
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Adam Brewer
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ajbrewer
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjbrewer/
Email: [email protected]
57 min
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A podcast for information security defenders (blue team) on best practices, tools, and implementation for enterprise security.
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