For many enterprise organizations (particularly in financial services and healthcare) mainframes remain the backbone of daily operations. Yet, these critical legacy systems often operate under a false assumption of "security by obscurity." Overlooking the security of these core assets represents a significant, often unaddressed, operational risk.
In this episode of the Hack Responsibly podcast, NetSPI VP of Research Karl Fosaaen connects with Phil Young, NetSPI Director of Mainframe Pentesting. Known in the industry as "Soldier of Fortran," Phil is a leading authority on mainframe security. Together, they dismantle the myth that legacy infrastructure is immune to modern threats and discuss why specialized testing is essential for business continuity.