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Kick off 2026 by hitting reset on your SOC 📊. In this episode of the #SOCBrief, we break down key January priorities, from annual security posture reviews and rule tuning to training refreshers and forward planning, so your team starts the year resilient, aligned, and ready for what’s next. 

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When the threat isn’t external, it’s personal. This episode breaks down insider threats and corporate espionage: how trusted access turns into real risk, what warning signs to watch for, and how organizations can protect themselves. 🔐⚠️

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🎙️ In this episode, CISO Jonathan Kimmitt steps in to break down the latest cybersecurity threats impacting organizations during the holiday season and beyond. From ransomware spikes during understaffed weekends to holiday-themed phishing, critical Patch Tuesday vulnerabilities, and emerging AI-powered social engineering, Kimmitt covers what security leaders need to know as we head into 2026.

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In this special end-of-year SOC Brief, Andrew breaks down the biggest threat-actor and ransomware trends that shaped 2025,  and what cybersecurity teams should be preparing for in 2026. From AI-powered ransomware and supply-chain attacks to the growing blur between nation-state operations and cybercrime, this episode connects the data, the patterns, and the predictions that matter most heading into the new year. ✨

Tune in at secureafpodcast.com to hear what’s evolving, what’s accelerating, and where defenders have a real chance to shift the advantage before 2026 begins.

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This week’s SOC Brief dives into why the holidays are prime time for cyberattacks 🎄 from surging phishing attempts to sloppy vendor configs, alert fatigue, staffing gaps, and the seasonal spike in ransomware activity. Andrew and Dylan break down what SOCs should be watching for, how to prep, and how to stay covered even when headcount is low. Stay ahead of the threats this holiday season.

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🎉🎙️ EPISODE 100 IS LIVE! We’re celebrating 100 episodes of the Secure AF Podcast!

This special edition features CEO Donovan Farrow and CISO Jonathan Kimmitt as they look back on the history of Alias Cybersecurity, the growth of this show, and the journey that brought us here. And we wouldn’t be here without you, the listeners who made this possible. 💜

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Seccon information and tickets: https://seccon.com/
Hacker Gift Guide: https://aliascybersecurity.com/blog/2025-ethical-hackers-holiday-gift-guide/

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This episode dives into one of the darkest issues cybersecurity intersects with: stalking. Kimmitt and Peters discuss real cases, modern cyberstalking tactics, privacy failures, the challenges of protective orders, and what victims can do to stay safe. If you've ever wondered how digital footprints turn into real-world danger, or how to protect yourself, this episode is essential. 🛡️

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Get an inside look at how weekly threat-intel briefings really work in a mature security program. 🔍⚡ In this special episode, vCISO Jonathan Kimmitt breaks down how raw intel turns into real risk decisions, what trends are hitting organizations right now, and how SOC teams can brief leadership in a way that actually drives action. Stay sharp, stay informed, and stay secure. 🔐

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A new zero-day is already under active exploitation. This week’s SOC Brief breaks down the React2Shell vulnerability (CVE-2025-55182), how attackers moved within hours of disclosure, and what SOC teams need to do now to reduce exposure and stay ahead of fast-moving threats. 🔐🚨

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In this #SecureAF episode, Tanner and Dylan share real-world IR stories, common attack vectors, SOC fatigue during holiday PTO, and the #1 thing every organization should do before stepping away for the season. If you’ve ever wondered why cyber incidents always seem to hit when everyone is off work, this one explains it. 🎁💻

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