The Unfair Fight

Xavier Salinas, CTO, and David Rushmer, Director of Threat Research, join Jon Murchison, founder and CEO, to discuss new tactics and techniques they have recently seen from malicious actors. They provide an overview on how these breaches typically occur, how administrative privileges can be used to maliciously access documentation management platforms, as well as some lessons learned on MSP documentation tools. Hackers are continuing to be more creative and clever, utilizing more built-in tools other than RMM software. Because of this, it’s critical to look at infrastructure from a network design standpoint, especially in highly virtualized environments. Xavier and David agree that when you can truly understand what an adversary can see, you can better defend it. 

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When a breach occurs, detection and response times often determine whether threat actors succeed in their efforts. With attackers moving faster than ever, investing in an around-the-clock true Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service means you can fight back within minutes. Learn more about Blackpoint’s mission to help MSPs and their clients fight and win against the unfair cyber fight here:  Home - Blackpoint Cyber

Jon Murchison with The Unfair Fight welcomes Matt Lee, one of the leading voices in cybersecurity for the MSP channel. Now the Senior Director of Security & Compliance at Pax8, they first dive into how Matt got into cybersecurity and became the industry unicorn he is—truly enjoying traveling and being on camera. The conversation then turns to current cybersecurity challenges and how curious people are often the most successful. Matt additionally talks about what it means to ‘live compromised’, the five pillars of a pragmatic stack, and the main questions MSPs should be asking their vendors. 

In our latest episode of The Unfair Fight, Jon Murchison, founder and CEO of Blackpoint, welcomes Kevin Lancaster, the CEO of both The Venture Mentor and Channel Program. A leading authority in cybersecurity and technological innovation, Kevin talks about his journey from pool management to entrepreneurship and cybersecurity. He has partnered with massive enterprises, such as HHS and the Department of Veteran Affairs, providing 70 different technological solutions on their contract vehicles. He gives expert advice on how vendors and MSPs can better support each other and where he sees the short and long-term future going for MSPs. A widely recognized force in the IT industry, you won’t want to miss Kevin’s insight and experience. Tune in now!

About the Unfair Fight Podcast 

Blackpoint Cyber does the fighting for you, but ever wish you could get closer to the action? Hear all the details firsthand at our podcast, The Unfair Fight. Listen to regular episodes where founder & CEO, Jon Murchison, CTO, Xavier Salinas, and Director of Threat Research, David Rushmer, get real and talk all things cybersecurity. 

This week, Jon Murchison is joined by David Rushmer and Xavier Salinas. They kick off the show with the news of Phillip Dragovic and his DFC Course, discussing two proof of concepts. Then, David gives us his perspective on being the eyes and ears of the highest-hitting IPs, password spraying, email impersonation trends, and how to better educate MSPs. They then talk about authority and perceived power in disinformation and war, why it’s important to ask difficult questions, and one dirty little secret the professionals may not want you to know. 

This week, we welcome David Rushmer, who heads up our Adversary Pursuit Group. We first kick off the show with the news of Phillip Dragovic and his DFC Course, discussing the two different proof of concepts. Then David gives us a perspective from being the eyes and ears of the highest hitting IPs, password spraying, trends in email impersonation, and how we can better educate MSPs. We talk about authority and perceived power in disinformation and war, why it’s important to ask the difficult questions, and one dirty little secret the professionals may not want you to know.

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When a breach occurs, detection and response times often determine whether threat actors succeed in their efforts. With attackers moving faster than ever, investing in an around-the-clock true Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service means you can fight back within minutes. Learn more about Blackpoint’s mission to help MSPs and their clients fight and win against the unfair cyber fight here.

Jon Murchison, Blackpoint founder and CEO, is back with retired Brigadier General Jonathan George. In this continued conversation from our last episode, he discusses the key to good leadership, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and the importance of innovation and creativity. Currently a special advisor for the U.S. Strategic Command’s Strategic Advisory Group, the Science, Technology, and Transformation Panel, and the Bomber Task Force, you won’t want to miss the rest of this conversation. 

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When a breach occurs, detection and response times often determine whether threat actors succeed in their efforts. With attackers moving faster than ever, investing in an around-the-clock true Managed Detection and Response (MDR) service means you can fight back within minutes. Learn more about Blackpoint’s mission to help MSPs and their clients fight and win against the unfair cyber fight at blackpointcyber.com. 

This week, Jon Murchison, Blackpoint’s founder and CEO, welcomes Brigadier General Jonathan George to our podcast. He has had an impressive and extensive career, including roles as pilot-in-command and deputy commanding general, and two assignments to the White House. He is presently the Director of Strategic Capabilities Policy for the National Security Council (NSC) in Washington, D.C. 

In this episode, Brig. Gen. George talks about his staff assignments including with his time with the U.S. Air Force and in Afghanistan, serving under Presidents Reagan, GHW Bush, and Obama, and shares about the national decision-making process involved in all his years. They also discuss staying on top of technology and establishing the right vision as a leader. And of course, he talks about what it’s really like flying a U-2, B-1, and B-2 jet. Be sure to keep an eye out for part two of General George and Jon’s conversation in a few weeks! 

This week, Xavier Salinas, CTO, and David Rushmer, Director of Threat Research, welcome Phyllis Lee, Senior Director of Controls at the Center of Internet Security. Phyllis talks about the Center’s mission to provide best security practices for small, medium, and large organizations and to serve the underserved. Phyllis discusses the details of working with small and medium enterprises, and the amazing response the Center has had from the community. She talks with them about the misconceptions about security industries, and why we need to set standards across the board for organizations to integrate globally. Phyllis gives her thoughts on indicators of compromise vs. behavior, and why it’s so crucial for people to focus on the intent.  

 This week, Jon Murchison, CEO, explores HAFNIUM with Xavier Salinas, CTO, and David Rushmer, Director of Threat Research. They learn a little bit more about this state-sponsored threat identified by Microsoft including some of their tradecraft, tactics, and how they differ from other ransomware groups. David gives them his perspective based on his years of experience in the threat research and threat intelligence space, and also shares his advice for budding security professionals on using your resources and staying curious.  

This week, I explore HAFNIUM with Xavier and David Rushmer, Director of Threat Research at Blackpoint. We learn a little bit more about this state-sponsored threat identified by Microsoft including some of their tradecraft, tactics, and how they differ from other ransomware groups. David gives us his perspective from having a lot of experience in the threat research and threat intelligence space and also shares his advice for budding security professionals on using your resources and staying curious.