The Cyber Threat Perspective

Discover the vulnerabilities lurking within medical devices and how ethical hacking can safeguard patient care. Join Brad, VP of Offensive Security at SecurIT360, as he unpacks the risks and protections against cyber threats in healthcare tech. - Unveiling the risks of wireless communication vulnerabilities in insulin pumps and glucose monitors that could be exploited through advanced hacking tech...

In this episode, Spencer and Brad discuss the OpenSSH "regreSSHion" vulnerability. This is being tracked as CVE-2024-6409 & CVE-2024-6387. A security regression (CVE-2006-5051) was discovered in OpenSSH's server (sshd). There is a race condition which can lead to sshd to handle some signals in an unsafe manner. An unauthenticated, remote attacker may be able to trigger it by fai...

In this episode, Spencer and Tyler discuss two of their current favorite tools: OneDriveEnum for enumerating user accounts in Microsoft 365 and AD Miner for visualizing attack paths in Active Directory. We hope you enjoy and get value from this episode! Blog: https://offsec.blog/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpov Twitter: https://x.com/cyberthreatpov Follow Spencer on social ⬇ Spenc...

In this episode, we discuss the latest trends and techniques for enumerating Microsoft 365. We break down how attackers may identify M365 tenants, how they discover and validate accounts and what you as an IT admin can do to protect your organization in-light of this. Topics covered:  Credential Stuffing , Brute Force Attacks , Password Spraying , Prompt Bombing , Session Hijacking ,  Adversary-in...

In this episode, we discuss the latest trends and techniques for enumerating Microsoft 365. We break down how attackers may identify M365 tenants, how they discover and validate accounts and what you as an IT admin can do to protect your organization in-light of this. Blog: https://offsec.blog/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpov Twitter: https://x.com/cyberthreatpov Follow Spencer on...

This is a recording of a webinar aimed at IT professionals, system administrators, and cybersecurity professionals eager to bolster their defenses against cyber threats. In this session, "How to Harden Active Directory to Prevent Cyber Attacks," our expert speakers will discuss comprehensive strategies and best practices for securing your Active Directory environment. Learn how we do int...

In this episode, Alex Boyd joins Spencer and Brad. Alex is a shareholder in Polsinelli's national Technology Transactions and Data Privacy practice, shares crucial insights for CTOs, IT Directors, CISOs, Security Managers when responding to security incidents. Discover common misconceptions about breaches and the mistakes organizations make in regulatory compliance. Gain valuable advice on se...

In this episode, Brad and Spencer discuss the preparation stage of defending against ransomware. As we know, the time to have a plan is before you enter the woods and cybersecurity is no different. Blog: https://offsec.blog/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpov Twitter: https://x.com/cyberthreatpov Follow Spencer on social ⬇ Spencer's Links: https://spenceralessi.com Work with Us:...

In this episode, Brad and Spencer discuss the preparation stage of defending against ransomware. As we know, the time to have a plan is before you enter the woods and cybersecurity is no different. Blog: https://offsec.blog/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpov Twitter: https://x.com/cyberthreatpov Follow Spencer on social ⬇ Spencer's Links: https://spenceralessi.com Work with Us:...

In this episode, Spencer and Darrius share their expertise on navigating the world of cybersecurity training and certification. With decades of experience and numerous certifications, they provide valuable insights, tips, and personal stories to help listeners stay ahead of emerging threats and advance their careers in cybersecurity. Whether you're a beginner or a veteran in the field, this e...

In this episode, Spencer and Brad discuss the highly respected 2024 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR), a data-driven analysis of cyberattacks and data breaches from around the world. Tune in to discover the latest global trends and patterns in cybersecurity, as well as key insights for security professionals and executives. Don't miss out on this essential resource that has bee...

In this episode Spencer chats with Mark Brophy (of SecurIT360) to discuss his background and experience with coaching a collegiate cyber defense team and how many of those lessons learned from defending against expert red team operators translate to securing organizations in today's modern thread landscape. Another must-listen to episode for all defenders, it admins, cisos, it directors, or a...

In this episode, Spencer and Darrius break down the complexities of credential protection, discussing everything from user education and tools to threat modeling and guardrails. Plus, we delve into the world of protecting credentials within scripts and code. This is a must-listen for all IT admins, CISOs and any other IT/Security professional. Blog: https://offsec.blog/ Youtube: https://www.youtub...

Get into the dynamic world of penetration testing with Episode 88 of The Cyber Threat Perspective.  Hosts Brad and Tyler discuss how to plan for penetration testing from both a budgeting and success perspective. • How to budget for penetration testing - by evaluating risk and compliance needs. • Discussion on the ways to ensure you're getting value and quality in your penetration testing. • H...

In this episode, Spencer and Tyler dive into the common challenges, struggles and obstacles a pentester may face in their career and they offer advice for dealing with and overcoming those hurdles. Thank you for listening! We hope this episode brings you value! 🙏 Blog: https://offsec.blog/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpov Twitter: https://x.com/cyberthreatpov Follow Spencer on soc...

In this episode Spencer and Darrius discuss the XZ backdoor fiasco and share their perspective on what to be thinking about as a defender and what the long-term impact of this event may be. Blog: https://offsec.blog/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpov Twitter: https://x.com/cyberthreatpov Follow Spencer on social ⬇ Spencer's Links: https://spenceralessi.com Work with Us: https:/...

In this episode, Spencer and Darrius discuss DarkGPT, which is an OSINT assistant based on GPT-4-200K (recommended use) designed to perform queries on leaked databases, thus providing an artificial intelligence assistant that can be useful in your traditional OSINT processes. Blog: https://offsec.blog/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpov Twitter: https://x.com/cyberthreatpov Follow Sp...

Discover the vulnerabilities lurking within medical devices and how ethical hacking can safeguard patient care. Join Brad, VP of Offensive Security at SecurIT360, as he unpacks the risks and protections against cyber threats in healthcare tech. - Unveiling the risks of wireless communication vulnerabilities in insulin pumps and glucose monitors that could be exploited through advanced hacking tech...

In this episode, Brand and Spencer dive into Defense in Depth. What is it, what does that mean, what are some actionable and practical steps you can take to implement a defense in depth strategy, how does threat modeling and incident response tabletop exercises fit into it and so much more. Do not miss this episode Blog: https://offsec.blog/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpov Twitter...

In this episode, we dive into the world of digital forensics and incident response. Spencer, Mark and Andrew discuss the various roles you might see on a DFIR team, the psychology of IR and the stages of incident response, the challenges of responding to cloud compromises, what comes after after the breach and so much more. Blog: https://offsec.blog/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpo...

In this episode, Spencer and Tyler discuss common misconceptions about penetration testing and provide clarity on its purpose and importance in cybersecurity. Join us as we explore the realities behind this vital security assessment, debunking myths and offering insights into its role in safeguarding organizations and data. Blog: https://offsec.blog/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cyberthreatpo...

In this episode, Spencer and Brad deep dive into several tools that IT Admins can use to identify critical issues within Active Directory environments, without breaking the bank. There's a misconception that security can only be achieved by spending large sums of money. That simply isn't the case. Listen to this episode to learn how.   https://pingcastle.com/ https://github.com/mtth-bfft...

Our expert hosts unpack the intricacies of bug bounty programs, exploring how they've become a pivotal element in the cybersecurity world and also how they fail. Whether you're a cybersecurity professional, an aspiring ethical hacker, or simply curious about the mechanisms that protect our online spaces, this episode comprehensively explores the bug bounty ecosystem. Blog: https://offsec...

Join us for an enthralling journey into the heart of cybersecurity operations with “Tales from the Trenches,” an exclusive podcast presented by Brad Causey, Vice President of Offensive Security at SecurIT360. Dive deep into the high-stakes world of offensive security as Brad shares his firsthand experiences from a career spent on the front lines of digital defense. Engage with real-life stories il...

In our "DNS Security" podcast, we delve into DNS's critical role in how the internet works, exploring its vulnerabilities and attacks like DNS spoofing, cache poisoning, and DDoS. We discuss DNSSEC and its components, including public and private keys, and examine practical solutions such as DNS and content filtering. The episode also highlights the advantages of cloud-based DNS ser...