Defending The Edge

In this month's episode of the Defending the Edge Podcast with DefendEdge, join us as we discuss the cyber events of the past month, including a deep dive into recent Pegasus spyware sextortion scams that send unsuspected victims pictures of their houses as a fear tactic.

In this month's episode of Defending the Edge Podcast with DefendEdge, join us as we discuss the cyber events of the past month, including cyber attacks against the U.S. election, and dive into the National Public Data Breach affecting almost 3 billion people. 

Red hat, blue hat, grey hat, black hat; follow along as we dive into the world of hackers on episode 21 of the Defending the Edge Podcast with DefendEdge set to be released on August 6th. Uncover the different veils that make up ethical hackers, state-sponsored hackers, and other hats they wear. Topics such as the recent AT&T data breach, CrowdStrike, and how Singapore is implementing a new rule in hopes of stopping future phishing attacks will also be mentioned in this new episode, as well as a deep dive into the well-known hacktivist group Anonymous. 

In this episode, we dive deep into the three pillars of cybersecurity: Patching, Passwords, and Phishing, exploring best practices, common pitfalls, and real-world examples to help fortify your defenses. Additionally, we'll bring you the latest updates in Artificial Intelligence, discussing advancements and their implications for cybersecurity, from AI-driven security solutions to emerging threats posed by AI technologies. To keep you informed, we'll also review the past month's most significant cyber threat events, covering high-profile breaches, new vulnerabilities, and threat actor activities to ensure you stay ahead of the curve in the fast-paced cyber threat landscape. Join us for an insightful episode that blends essential cybersecurity knowledge with the latest in AI and threat intelligence.

In this episode, we sit down with DefendEdge's Security Operations Center (SOC) Director, Aaron Bozek, to explore the frontline defenses and best practices that keep organizations safe in the ever-evolving cybersecurity landscape. Our guest shares insights into the daily operations, challenges, and strategies SOC teams employ to detect and mitigate threats effectively. SOC Analyst Lyndon Bryant joins the team as a podcast host, and the conversation shifts to a deep dive into the intersection of artificial intelligence and cyber threats. We discuss the dual role of AI as both a powerful tool for enhancing security measures and a potential vector for sophisticated cyber attacks. The episode delves into real-world examples, emerging trends, and future implications of AI in the cybersecurity domain.

Welcome back to Defending the Edge, your monthly podcast destination! Our Cyber Threat Intelligence team is here to guide you through the latest happenings since our last episode in 2022. Let's dive into the world of cybersecurity and unpack the prominent ransomware threat actors that have been making waves in 2023 and 2024, along with key cyber attacks and persistent threats.

Ransomware has become more advanced, we see troubling cyber threat trends in the wake of COVID-19, we discuss Black Basta with W/TH Secure, and we have a CEO and Director's round table discussion.  Special guest "Not Billy Joel."

No usual show this week.  Instead, we have a big announcement about expanding Cyber Threat Intelligence capabilities at DefendEdge and changing up content on the podcast.  Check out our newly launched Cyber Threat Intelligence page on our website.

Maui ransomware details emerge, Greece spies on journalists, more deep-fake concerns come out, and threat actors are selling some interesting malicious services on the open web.  We take a look at multiple events happening with Russia and Ukraine during our cyber threat intelligence spotlight.

The U.S. Court PACER system was breached two years ago and we just found out, more software programs are being impersonated and laced with malware, Robotext scams are on the rise, and we take a deeper look at Pegasus and NSO Group.  Is commercial spyware a real concern?  The answer may surprise you.