FBI's InfraGard program suffers a data breach, 5G network slicing security concerns, how the metaverse will affect businesses, and more. 
The end of SHA-1 encryption 
Iran-backed Charming Kitten APT eyes kinetic ops, kidnapping 
Algorithm extracts audio from visual information 
The FBI's cybersecurity program for critical infrastructure was hacked 
NSA slices up 5G mobile security risks 
Ten top threats to VLAN security 
PwC Global Technology Leader Emmanuelle Rivet talks about how the metaverse may profoundly change how businesses and consumers interact with products, services, and each other. 
Hosts: Louis Maresca, Brian Chee, and Curtis Franklin 
Guest: Emmanuelle Rivet 
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TWiET 523: Blockchained to the Metaverse - FBI InfraGard breach, 5G network slicing, the metaverse in business

This Week in Enterprise Tech explores the complex, cutting edge world of enterprise technology. Hosted by Lou Maresca, TWiET features IT professionals explaining the ins and outs of enterprise solutions.

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The TWiET crew delves into botnets, securing hybrid work environments, the future of DNS architecture, and more. 
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Researchers uncover sophisticated IoT botnet named "K- Botnet" targeting US entities; linked to Chinese state-aligned hackers 
AI startup Vanta (a TWiT.tv Sponsor) launches AI suite to automate repetitive security and compliance tasks  
DARPA funds revolutionary laser-based aerial energy delivery system for military operations 
Networking company Cradlepoint acquires SASE vendor ERA to provide a potential combined 5G and zero-trust networking solution 
DNS Deep Drive Part 3 with DNS Expert Josh Kuo and Principal Solutions Architect of Infoblox Ross Gibson 
Internal vs external DNS; differences in intended audience and integration 
Decoupling DNS services from domain controllers for stability  
Namespace planning tips; use owned domains, avoid random internal TLDs  
Encrypted DNS tradeoffs; privacy vs. visibility for security teams 
DNS security options like RPZ for control over internal resolution  
Future DNS role predictions like firewall integration and threat intel protections 
The episode concludes with the announcement that the long-running show will be coming to an end after 12 years of enterprise content. 
Hosts: Louis Maresca, Brian Chee, and Curtis Franklin 
Guests: Josh Kuo, Ross Gibson, and Leo Laporte 
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TWiET 573: DNS Deep Dive Part 3: Exploring Internal DNS and AD - KV-Botnet, Internal DNS Security, and Farewell Episode

 
Proxy trojan targets macOS users for traffic redirection 
Indoor navigation has had a slow start 
Krasue RAT uses cross-kernel Linux rootkit to attack telecoms 
U.S. approves first gene-editing treatment, Casgevy, for sickle cell disease 
The DNS Deep-Drive continues with guests Josh Kuo, DNS expert, and Ross Gibson, Principal Solutions Architect of Infoblox, to talk about external authoritative DNS - whether enterprises should fully manage their own external DNS or use managed services, threats like domain hijacking, using load balancers, and more. 
Hosts: Curtis Franklin and Brian Chee 
Guests: Josh Kuo and Ross Gibson 
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TWiET 572: DNS Deep Dive Part 2: External Authoritative DNS - Journey into the Heart of the Domain Name System

 
Hackers Can Easily Extract ChatGPT Training Data 
Cheebert's prediction about VDI just came true 
Big Tech jobs are not as immune to layoffs as we thought 
Siemens PLCs are Still Vulnerable to Stuxnet-like Cyberattacks 
Josh Kuo, DNS Expert and Ross Gibson, Principal Solutions Architect of Infoblox join Brian Chee and Curt Franklin for part 1 of a 3 part in-depth primer on enterprise DNS, from the basics of DNS lookup, key considerations like security and encryption, and why run your own DNS versus other free alternatives? 
Hosts: Brian Chee and Curtis Franklin 
Guests: Josh Kuo and Ross Gibson 
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TWiET 571: DNS Deep Dive Part 1: Demystifying DNS - Enterprise DNS basics

 
Ransomware group reports a victim company to the SEC for failing to promptly disclose a breach. 
Shadowy hack-for-hire group behind sprawling web of global cyberattacks 
Electrical arc detection devices that can prevent dangerous home fires caused by faulty wiring. 
The worst passwords of 2023 
The NIS2 Directive: The first piece of EU-wide legislation on cybersecurity 
Jenna Bilotta of LaunchDarkly joins to discuss transforming DevOps tools with better user experiences. 
Hosts: Louis Maresca, Brian Chee, and Curtis Franklin 
Guest: Jenna Bilotta 
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TWiET 570: Well-Placed Friction - EU's NIS2 Directive, better UX for DevOps w/ LaunchDarkly

 
CISA Alerts: High-Severity SLP Vulnerability currently being exploited. 
ChatGPT outages attributed to DDoS activity. 
Gen Z and Millennial employees are a bigger cybersecurity risk than older employees. 
Security firm finds highly invasive malware hidden in software developer tools. 
Strategies for bridging the cybersecurity skills gap. 
Mike Star, CEO and founder of trackd talks about managing patches and how the community can help preventing disruption from bad updates. 
Hosts: Louis Maresca, Brian Chee, and Curtis Franklin 
Guest: Mike Star 
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TWiET 523: Blockchained to the Metaverse - FBI InfraGard breach, 5G network slicing, the metaverse in business

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