Security Noise

How is incident response (IR) changing as threats are advancing? Increasing attack speeds and dropping exfiltration times have responders on high alert. On this episode of Security Noise, we invite TrustedSec's Incident Response Practice Lead Ryan Macfarlane on the podcast to discuss current findings in the digital forensics and IR space and how AI impacts cybersecurity. Ryan also talks about his time as an FBI Cyber agent.

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

It's our 10TH ANNIVERSARY! In this episode of Security Noise, we react to some significant developments in InfoSec, including Microsoft's integration of Sysmon into Windows. We are joined by TrustedSec Founder and CEO David Kennedy to celebrate a decade of our podcast and talk about the early years. As we reminisce, Skyler digs through the archives and pulls up some old clips to see how TrustedSec has evolved in the cybersecurity space over the years. Lastly, but not leastly, we are joined by Senior Security Consultant Kelsey Segrue as she gives her analysis on the U.S. Government's newly-conquered control over TikTok and we discuss the future of social media platforms.

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

AI seems to be everywhere in 2026. This can be problematic when it goes undetected in our personal interactions, including our romantic lives though dating apps, catfishing, or romance scams. In this special Valentine's Day episode, Geoff and Skyler talk about the rise in spam tactics, the use of AI in catfishing and social engineering, and the "Dead Internet" theory. They tested some of these tactics, armed with a highly-trained LLM (Love Language Model), and made a "phishy" phone call to TrustedSec's Director of Software Security, Scott White. Find out if their social engineering attempt works and listen now!

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

Data security relies on clarity around authorization controls and assets, but AI tools can risk exposure sensitive information as they are increasingly being integrated into everything we use. In this episode of Security Noise, Geoff is joined by Principal Security Consultant Drew Kirkpatrick as they dive into the use of LLMs such as Microsoft Copilot at organizations and its implications for data security and authorization. They explore the importance of data classification policies and the potential risks associated with using AI tools at work. The conversation also touches on the effectiveness of data leak protection controls and the need for a review process for agent deployment. What's the agent doing behind the scenes and is it connecting to other agents?

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

Who will win Hacker Family Feud? On this special, year-end episode of Security Noise, we are gathering the fam around the digital fireplace for a hacker-themed game night! Geoff and Skyler are having TrustedSec's Jason Lang, Scott White, Rob Simon, Paul Koblitz, Martin Bos, and Chris Boesch duke it out to see which team can guess the most popular answers to cybersecurity industry questions. What is the most overused password in real-world breaches? What is the first thing a red teamer does after gaining access to a box? What's the most annoying part of a pentest engagement? Find out what the survey says and watch now!

Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

Attackers and threat actors use command and control techniques, also known as C2, to gain access to networks and communicate with compromised devices. On this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler are joined by Principal Research Analyst Scott Nusbaum to discuss C2 techniques. Listen as they cover how different types of attackers typically use C2, how that differs from what pentesters and red teamers are using, techniques for blending into cloud environments, and the ever-growing role of AI in C2 systems. How can blue teams work to detect C2s before threat actors take control? Learn ways to reduce your risk in this episode!

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

Red Teaming 101: understand your target before you attack. On this episode, we invited two heavy hitters, Principal Security Consultants Hans Lakhan and Oddvar Moe on the show to talk about Red Team operations. We discuss footprinting and reconnaissance techniques including identifying a target's online presence, the tools and methods used for reconnaissance, and social engineering. Listen as we walk through how we map the digital terrain before a red team engagement!

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources. Red teaming services: https://trustedsec.com/services/red-teaming

On this special Friday Edition of Security Noise, Geoff lets Skyler out of the sound booth and sends him to Deadwood, South Dakota to attend (and speak at) Wild West Hackin' Fest! Skyler also interviews TrustedSec's Senior Security Consultant David Boyd on his WWHF talk on Social Engineering and Principal Security Consultant Adam Compton's GrrCON talk titled "An Old Hillbilly's Guide to BASH for Pentests...". Listen in as Skyler takes over the show to talk with the "CON Men of TrustedSec!"

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

On this episode, Alex Hamerstone, TrustedSec's Advisory Solutions Director, joins the show for Cybersecurity Awareness Month! We go over recent trends in cybersecurity and the importance of ongoing training for employees. We also take a look at different ways to safely authenticate and authorize your users, the risks with IoT devices in your home, and the rapidly growing number of scams utilizing AI.

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

Need to catch up on this summer's security news? In this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler chat with TrustedSec Founder and CEO Dave Kennedy about recent national security breaches, the role of AI in software development, and the challenges of public awareness regarding cyber threats. How have national security disclosures impacted politics? How has AI influenced trends in cyber attacks? Listen now as we discuss the state of cybersecurity in 2025!

About this podcast:

Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.