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The Age of AI-Powered Scams | The 443 Podcast

This week on the podcast, Marc Laliberte and Corey Nachreiner dive into a research white paper that explores how attackers could use AI to execute a full-scale money or credential theft scam from start to finish. Before that, they discuss Sophos's five-year battle with Chinese hackers targeting network devices, followed by a conversation about Microsoft’s ongoing fight against password spray attacks through compromised network devices.

Evasive malware has grown by 168% causing direct impact on cybersecurity

With a 168% rise in evasive malware, cyber threats have reached a new level of sophistication. This type of malware employs advanced techniques to evade detection by traditional solutions, which often rely on pre-defined signatures to identify threats. These malicious programs pose a major challenge in cybersecurity by camouflaging themselves within legitimate processes and acting stealthily.

The Age of AI-Powered Scams - The 443 Podcast - Episode 312

This week on the podcast, we cover a research white paper that details how attackers could use AI to complete an entire money-theft or credential theft-scam from start to finish. Before that, we discus Sophos' 5 year battle with Chinese hackers targeting network devices followed by Microsoft's current battle with password spray attacks through compromised network devices. The 443 Security Simplified is a weekly podcast that gets inside the minds of leading white-hat hackers and security researchers, covering the latest cybersecurity headlines and trends.

Endpoint Expansion: Increasing Vulnerability?

Recently, millions of Kia vehicles were affected by a vulnerability that allowed malicious actors to control them remotely, simply by using the vehicle license plate number. This incident invites reflection on how the endpoint notion has changed in recent years, expanding far beyond the computers and cell phones we traditionally protected.

Turbocharge Cybersecurity with Detection and Response

Ransomware is on the rise, cyber insurance is hard to get, and employees are still clicking on things that they shouldn’t. Even as criminals make use of automated tools to unlock threat vectors, new AI-based detection and response solutions enable advanced techniques to find and eliminate lurking threats and turbocharge cybersecurity. Join WatchGuard experts for an eye-opening session on how AI is transforming MSP businesses, so they increase security efficacy, build trust with clients, and grow with detection and response innovation.

The FortiManager RCE Vulnerability - The 443 Podcast - Episode 311

This week on the podcast, we review Fortinet's recently-disclosed remote code execution vulnerability in the FortiManager system that has been under active exploit since at least June. After that, we discuss the SEC's recent action against 4 companies found at fault for misleading security incident disclosure statements. The 443 Security Simplified is a weekly podcast that gets inside the minds of leading white-hat hackers and security researchers, covering the latest cybersecurity headlines and trends.

Celebrating our recent win in the 2025 TrustRadius Buyer's Choice!

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been honored with the prestigious 2025 TrustRadius Buyer's Choice! This recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of WatchGuard’s team and validates our focus on product innovation and ongoing commitment to simplifying security for partners and customers.

Tips to protect hotels from cyberattacks

In today’s digital age, the hospitality industry faces unique cybersecurity challenges that can significantly impact both guest experience and business operations. With the increasing reliance on technology for reservations, payments, and guest services, hotels, restaurants, and other establishments must prioritize robust cybersecurity measures. Here’s a closer look at the importance of cybersecurity in hospitality and strategies to enhance protection.