In our latest exploration of cybersecurity challenges, we delve into the delicate balance organizations must strike between compliance efforts and the real cyber risks they face from the outside world. It's a common pitfall for organizations to develop a higher tolerance for compliance risks, often channeling significant resources and funds into demonstrating adherence rather than actively managing and mitigating specific threats.

We're back! Join the podcast crew for a brand new season of random security. We're kicking off our first episode with notorious hacker and expert security consultant, Jayson E. Street. Settle in, as he recalls how understanding human behavior led him to successfully robbing banks and organizations on five different continents.

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we take a close look at WiFi attack methods, and the defenses to them, with Lennart Koopmann, Founder of the Nzyme Network Defense System. Lennart Koopman, a tech enthusiast originally from Germany, now calling Houston, TX home. He began coding at a young age and chose to forgo formal education, diving straight into the world of computers after high school.

In this episode, our hosts sit down with Mark Manglicmot, Senior Vice President of Security Services at Arctic Wolf, who brings his fun, energetic personality to the podcast while sweating it out over hot sauce! Interested in running with the pack? Explore careers at Arctic Wolf — one of the fastest-growing and exciting cybersecurity companies in the world, to learn about how you can join our Pack, create impact, and influence what’s next in security operations.

Embark on a journey through the evolving landscape of cybersecurity compliance as we uncover the challenges inherent in traditional frameworks. The stark reality is that compliance doesn't automatically equate to effectively managing organizations' risks and specific threats.

This week on the podcast, we cover a recent news post about an army of 3 million compromised toothbrushes taking down a Swiss website, causing millions in damages. After that, we discuss the United States DOJ's latest botnet takedown, this time targeting Volt Typhoon. We end the episode by walking through a CISA joint-publication giving guidance on how to defend against Living-of-the-Land (LotL) attacks.

Delve into the complex world of cybersecurity compliance with our latest video, where we address the crucial question: How do you effectively track and manage diverse compliance requirements across the board? In an era where adhering to one set of regulations might not align with another, the need for a comprehensive GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) tool becomes paramount.

Unravel the cybersecurity dilemma in our latest video, where we explore the complex relationship between government involvement and corporate cybersecurity programs. Many cybersecurity leaders may express reluctance when asked about government intervention, fearing the additional burdens of setting up new compliance wings and diverting resources from tangible security budgets.

In this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we take a close look at the AnyDesk and Cloudflare breaches that were both disclosed on February 2, 2024. AnyDesk, a prominent remote desktop software provider, disclosed a cyberattack late on February 2nd, causing the company to enforce strict security measures for nearly a week. Adversaries breached AnyDesk's systems, compromising vital assets such as source code and private code signing keys, and gaining unauthorized access to production systems.

Explore the pitfalls of knee-jerk legislative reactions in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity in our latest video. Delve into the challenges faced by organizations as they grapple with sudden directives that often emerge as a response to unforeseen events. The knee-jerk nature of some legislation raises crucial questions about the consultation process, leaving cybersecurity professionals wondering if insights from the infosec world were considered.