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  • Static Trust vs Dynamic Risk: How Attacks Bypass Security

    Modern cyberattacks are no longer breaking in through obvious cracks. They’re walking in through trusted pathways. And that's a problem.

    Hosts Shahin Pirooz, WhiteDog founder, and Brian Moody, WhiteDog channel chief discuss how dynamic threats bypass signature tools, gateways, and static defenses.

    From browser extensions (like ShadyPanda) and software updates to identity systems and cloud platforms, today’s threats exploit the gap between static trust models and constantly evolving risk. Once access is granted or a vendor is considered “verified,” most security controls assume safety.

    42 min
  • Zero Trust in a Bot-Driven World: Securing the Internet’s Next Era

    Join Shahin Pirooz (Founder) and Brian Moody (Channel Chief) as they share insights and expertise on our podcast.

    When the internet was designed, it was built for openness, connection, and collaboration—not security. Its architects assumed trust, prioritized interoperability, and never imagined the hostile environment it would become.

    Fast forward to today: that original design has become our biggest liability. Over half of all internet traffic is now bots—and more than a third of it is malicious, automated, and often invisible.

    Traditional defenses can’t keep up with today’s threats, making Zero Trust essential to replace implicit trust with continuous, context-aware verification.

    💡 Join this session to explore:

    ◆ How the internet’s foundation created today’s security challenges

    ◆ Why Zero Trust is the only path forward in a bot-dominated world

    ◆ Practical ways to ensure digital trust across users, devices, and data

    You’ll leave with actionable insights to strengthen verification, sustain trust, and secure your organization in an increasingly automated, adversarial world.

    37 min
  • How AI & Automation are Reshaping Cybersecurity for MSPs

    Join Shahin Pirooz (CEO) and Brian Moody (Channel Chief) as they share insights and expertise on our podcast.

    AI is rewriting the rules of cybersecurity, and MSPs are on the front lines. In this Sound Bytes session, we'll unpack how AI-powered threats like phishing, deepfakes, and evasive malware are outpacing legacy defenses—and what MSPs must do to keep up.

    We’ll explore how automation is becoming the new differentiator: enabling faster detection, smarter response, and scalable compliance in an environment where attacks are constant and resources are tight.

    You’ll walk away with insights, strategies, and real-world examples to help you build an AI-ready practice that protects clients, reduces risk, and strengthens your competitive edge.

    Key Takeaways:

    ► What AI-driven attacks look like in the wild—and how to spot them

    ► How automation transforms threat response and compliance
    ► Strategies to deliver stronger security outcomes without growing headcount or burning out your team
    ► Lessons from MSPs already scaling with AI and automation

    42 min
  • MSPs & ITSPs: Top Security Priorities for H2 2025

    Join Shahin Pirooz (CEO) and Brian Moody (Channel Chief) as they share insights and expertise on our podcast.

    Cyberattacks are evolving faster than ever, and MSPs and ITSPs are squarely in the crosshairs. As we head into the second half of 2025, learn where attackers are innovating so you can help your clients stay secure and resilient. 

    Join WhiteDog as we break down five areas you need to focus on now:  

    1. AI-Powered Attacks
    2. Ransomware & Backup Resilience
    3. Cloud & Identity Security
    4. Supply Chain & Third-Party Risk
    5. IoT & Edge Device Vulnerabilities
    6. In this session, you’ll learn where attackers are focusing next, what actions to prioritize, and how to strengthen your clients’ defenses against an increasingly complex threat landscape.

      19 min
    7. The Cyber Resilience Playbook: Achieving Evergreen Protection

      Join Shahin Pirooz (CEO) and Kirstin Burke (CMO) as they share insights and expertise on our podcast.

      Cyber threats are evolving faster than ever—and static defenses are no longer enough. As global cybercrime costs approach $10.5 trillion, IT providers, consultants, and solutions architects must rethink how they build and sustain resilience.  


      In this educational livestream, we’ll explore a practical framework for cyber resilience that emphasizes continuous improvement over one-time fixes. You’ll learn how to: 

      ✓ Identify the core components of an evergreen security posture 

      ✓ Align resilience strategies with evolving AI-driven threats and regulatory demands 

      ✓ Apply real-world examples to strengthen client defenses and trust 

      Whether you're advising clients or leading internal security initiatives, this session will equip you with actionable insights to future-proof your approach and foster long-term resilience.

      35 min
    8. ∆DR The New Category Built for the Gaps XDR Can't Close

      Join Shahin Pirooz (CEO) and Kirstin Burke (CMO) as they share insights and expertise on our podcast.

      Traditional XDR platforms, often tied to a single vendor, can’t keep up. No one manufacturer offers best-in-class tools across every layer, and what qualifies as “best” shifts as adversaries adapt.

      Meanwhile, incident response is too often treated as an afterthought or expensive add-on.

      That’s the delta 𝚫DR was built to close: the critical gaps between protection, detection, and response across all five key threat vectors.

      32 min
    9. Too Many Tools, Too Little Protection: Why Security Needs a Better Way

      Join Brian Moody (Channel Chief) and Kirstin Burke (CMO) as they share insights and expertise on our podcast.

      Nearly 9 in 10 companies were breached last year—even with unprecedented cybersecurity spending. The problem? Too many tools. Too much complexity. Not enough protection.


      This session dives into what’s broken in cybersecurity—and how forward-thinking service providers are doing it differently.

      We’ll unpack why the traditional XDR model isn’t enough, and how WhiteDog is rewriting the rules with a curated, evergreen platform that evolves in lockstep with attacker behavior and customer needs.

      31 min
    10. Democratize Cybersecurity

      Join Shahin Pirooz (CEO) and Brian Moody (Channel Chief) as they share insights and expertise on our podcast.

       

      While executive protection is tables stakes; today’s cyber threat landscape demands a broader perspective.


      There is no longer an edge, every employee—not just those in leadership—is now a potential attack vector. 


      Bottom line: true security means protecting everyone. Threat actors aren’t targeting titles—they’re looking for the easiest way in.🐾

      33 min
    11. Security Without Limits: Open XDR That Works for You

      Join Shahin Pirooz (CEO) and Brian Moody (Channel Chief) as they share insights and expertise on our podcast.

      Get a preview of WhiteDog's soon-to-be-released Open XDR—a game-changer for partners looking to deliver smarter, more flexible security solutions.

      26 min
    12. Ransomware-Proof Your Data: Transform Your Microsoft 365 Backup Strategy

      Join Shahin Pirooz (CEO) and Brian Moody (Channel Chief) as they share insights and expertise on our podcast.

      Ransomware is a growing threat, but with the right strategy, MSPs and system integrators can turn it into an opportunity. Help clients fortify their Microsoft 365 application stack (SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, Exchange, etc.) with advanced solutions that complement—and exceed—built-in capabilities.

      32 min

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