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https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/sentinelone-shares-new-details-on-china-linked-breach-attempt/
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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https://www.theregister.com/2025/06/06/chatgpt_for_evil/
https://www.theregister.com/2025/06/06/ransomware_negotiation/
https://www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/how-to-approach-security-era-ai-agents
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/coinbase-breach-tied-to-bribed-taskus-support-agents-in-india/
https://www.theregister.com/2025/06/04/kiranapro_cyberattack_deletes_cloud_resources/ / https://x.com/deepakravindran/status/1930776943101894869

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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

In this episode of the Defensive Security Podcast, hosts Jerry Bell and Andrew Kalat discuss various cybersecurity topics, including a significant data breach at Coinbase, the challenges of cryptocurrency security, the importance of patch management, and the evolving landscape of cyber threats. They also discuss insider threats, the failures of rigid security programs, and the overlooked cybersecurity risks in mergers and acquisitions. The episode concludes with a discussion on emerging threats, particularly the potential for ransomware to infect CPUs.

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https://go.theregister.com/feed/www.theregister.com/2025/05/21/coinbase_confirms_insider_breach_affects/
https://www.theregister.com/2025/05/14/improve_patching_strategies/
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ransomware-gangs-increasingly-use-skitnet-post-exploitation-malware/
https://www.darkreading.com/vulnerabilities-threats/rigid-security-programs-fail
https://www.darkreading.com/cyber-risk/hidden-cybersecurity-risks-mergers-acquisitions
https://www.theregister.com/2025/05/11/cpu_ransomware_rapid7/

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 the latest trends in cybersecurity, focusing on the rise of BEC scams and the significant losses attributed to cybercrime in 2024. They explore emerging threats, including social engineering tactics and hardware vulnerabilities, particularly in management interfaces. The conversation also delves into the complexities of vulnerability management, the risks associated with supply chain attacks in open source software, and the alarming rate at which CVEs are being exploited. The hosts emphasize the need for organizations to be proactive in their security measures and to understand the evolving landscape of cyber threats.

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Summary

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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