Security Noise

8.8 - Navigating Authorization with a Copilot

Data security relies on clarity around authorization controls and assets, but AI tools can risk exposure sensitive information as they are increasingly being integrated into everything we use. In this episode of Security Noise, Geoff is joined by Principal Security Consultant Drew Kirkpatrick as they dive into the use of LLMs such as Microsoft Copilot at organizations and its implications for data security and authorization. They explore the importance of data classification policies and the potential risks associated with using AI tools at work. The conversation also touches on the effectiveness of data leak protection controls and the need for a review process for agent deployment. What's the agent doing behind the scenes and is it connecting to other agents? About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

8.7 - Hacker Family Feud

Who will win Hacker Family Feud? On this special, year-end episode of Security Noise, we are gathering the fam around the digital fireplace for a hacker-themed game night! Geoff and Skyler are having TrustedSec's Jason Lang, Scott White, Rob Simon, Paul Koblitz, Martin Bos, and Chris Boesch duke it out to see which team can guess the most popular answers to cybersecurity industry questions. What is the most overused password in real-world breaches? What is the first thing a red teamer does after gaining access to a box? What's the most annoying part of a pentest engagement? Find out what the survey says and watch now!  About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

8.6 - C2 for Me + You

Attackers and threat actors use command and control techniques, also known as C2, to gain access to networks and communicate with compromised devices. On this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler are joined by Principal Research Analyst Scott Nusbaum to discuss C2 techniques. Listen as they cover how different types of attackers typically use C2, how that differs from what pentesters and red teamers are using, techniques for blending into cloud environments, and the ever-growing role of AI in C2 systems. How can blue teams work to detect C2s before threat actors take control? Learn ways to reduce your risk in this episode! About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

8.5 - Footprint Discovery for Red Teamers

Red Teaming 101: understand your target before you attack. On this episode, we invited two heavy hitters, Principal Security Consultants Hans Lakhan and Oddvar Moe on the show to talk about Red Team operations. We discuss footprinting and reconnaissance techniques including identifying a target's online presence, the tools and methods used for reconnaissance, and social engineering. Listen as we walk through how we map the digital terrain before a red team engagement! About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources. Red teaming services: https://trustedsec.com/services/red-teaming

8.4 - CON Men: Wild West Hackin' Fest + GrrCON

On this special Friday Edition of Security Noise, Geoff lets Skyler out of the sound booth and sends him to Deadwood, South Dakota to attend (and speak at) Wild West Hackin' Fest! Skyler also interviews TrustedSec's Senior Security Consultant David Boyd on his WWHF talk on Social Engineering and Principal Security Consultant Adam Compton's GrrCON talk titled "An Old Hillbilly's Guide to BASH for Pentests...". Listen in as Skyler takes over the show to talk with the "CON Men of TrustedSec!" About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.