Ryan Williams

The Other Side Of The Firewall

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Dive into the heart of cybersecurity with "The Other Side of the Firewall & Ask A CISSP" podcasts, where the spotlight shines on diversity and excellence within the tech realm. As the digital world expands, the voices shaping its future become ever more crucial. Our mission? To celebrate and amplify the stories of People of Color who've not just climbed the ladder but shattered ceilings along the way to senior and C-suite echelons. Join us on a journey beyond the conventional, as we engage with the "movers and shakers and glass ceiling breakers" of the cybersecurity industry. These trailblazer...

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Ryan Williams

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

NotPetya Attack Yields $1.4B Insurance Payout 25.01.2022

What's up, everyone! On this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss how the NotPetya cyberattack from 2017 led to the Merck pharmaceutical company receiving a $1.4B payout from their insurance carrier in 2022. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: Merck Awarded $1.4B Insurance Payout over NotPetya Attack  https://threatpost.com/merck-insurance-payout-notpetya-attack/177872/?...

How Hackers Defeated 2FA And Robbed A Crypto Bank 24.01.2022

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss how Crypto.com's 2FA was defeated and customers' accounts were robbed. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: 2FA Bypassed in $34.6M Crypto.com Heist: What We Can Learn  https://threatpost.com/2fa-bypassed-crypto-com-heist/177846/?fbclid=IwAR12GZ2sp6ri6NfSEt5D-skgFeU_aUYoFmEDqldsewD-vngImO8qfWzitOsSocials: We...

The Weekly Run Down 21.01.2022

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.theothersideofthefirewall.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Facebook - the other side of the firewall page and group! Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse and...

Ukrainian Government Under Cyberattack 19.01.2022

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss the recent cyberattacks waged on the Ukrainian government and who the attacker may be. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: ‘Be Afraid:’ Massive Cyberattack Downs Ukrainian Gov’t Sites  https://threatpost.com/be-afraid-massive-cyberattack-downs-ukrainian-govt-sites/177659/?fbclid=IwAR1Syt5kSrZU52SaMmddxAc3m...

Gootloader Hackers Attack Law and Accounting Firms 18.01.2022

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss Gootloader and how its operators are targeting accounting and law firms. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: GootLoader Hackers Targeting Employees of Law and Accounting Firms  https://thehackernews.com/2022/01/gootloader-hackers-targeting-employees.html Socials: Website - www.theothersideofthefirewall.com...

Russian Hacks, FBI, NSA, and CISA Warn Us 17.01.2022

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss how the FBI, NSA, and CISA are warning businesses to patch old vulnerabilities against Russian APTs. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: FBI, NSA and CISA Warns of Russian Hackers Targeting Critical Infrastructure  https://thehackernews.com/2022/01/fbi-nsa-and-cisa-warns-of-russian.html?fbclid=IwAR1FUcQi4o...

The Weekly Run Down 14.01.2022

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.theothersideofthefirewall.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Facebook - the other side of the firewall page and group! Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse and...

Has The North Korean-Russian Cyber Bromance Faded? 12.01.2022

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss if a recent North Korean cyberattack on Russia signals the end of a bromance. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: North Korean Hackers Start New Year with Attacks on Russian Foreign Ministry  https://thehackernews.com/2022/01/north-korean-hackers-start-new-year.html?fbclid=IwAR1TasF1vk7SvVcxAvW8KafZhCJ_Evb...

Beware Of Apple HomeKit Vulnerability 11.01.2022

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss a DOS-like vulnerability that can significantly impact casual iPhone users. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: Researchers Detail New HomeKit 'doorLock' Bug Affecting Apple iOS  https://thehackernews.com/2022/01/researchers-detail-new-homekit-doorlock.html?fbclid=IwAR29zpfck9zs7qwCeZtzQQjMnUa0iG-xCjcIVY3c...

FBI Warns of Google Voice Scam 10.01.2022

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss the FBI's warning concerning Google Voice scams. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: Google Voice Authentication Scam Leaves Victims on the Hook  https://threatpost.com/google-voice-authentication-scam/177421/?fbclid=IwAR0thAjdGlR8GkDN57Dbj3cvJUKjhtMjOUEDGAO4OWvcBRWYXIkoNJuXUZU Socials: Website - www.theot...

The Weekly Run Down 23.12.2021

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.theothersideofthefirewall.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Facebook - the other side of the firewall page and group! Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse and...

Meta's Child Protection Standards Raised On IG 22.12.2021

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and Ieshea discuss Meta's new policies designed to support adults and protect children on IG. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!   Article: Raising the Standard for Protecting Teens and Supporting Parents Online  https://about.fb.com/news/2021/12/new-teen-safety-tools-on-instagram/ Ieshea's Contact Info and Links:  Ieshea Hollins,...

Company Played Ransomware Chicken And Won 21.12.2021

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how an Australian company refused to pay the Ransome and won. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: This company was hit with ransomware, but didn't have to pay up. Here's how they did it  https://www-zdnet-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.zdnet.com/google-amp/article/this-company-was-hit-with-ransomware-but-didnt-hav...

Apache Log4j Vulnerability Persists 20.12.2021

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss how the Apache Log4j vulnerability just won't seem to go away. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: Apache Issues 3rd Patch to Fix New High-Severity Log4j Vulnerability https://thehackernews.com/2021/12/apache-issues-3rd-patch-to-fix-new-high.html?m=1&fbclid=IwAR2JE7mkfZILjarz0DCjpM31-ZPDK7uzb-aaZmX73Eb27VZB24wW8Yc...

The Weekly Run Down 17.12.2021

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.theothersideofthefirewall.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Facebook - the other side of the firewall page and group! Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse and...

Meet Johnny Jones Jr. 15.12.2021

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon have a great conversation with Mr. Johnny Jones Jr., the Co-Founder and President of Tech4All Foundation. We discussed Johnny's background, military service, current profession, and why he and his fellow co-founders started their nonprofit. "Tech4All Foundation strives to create ways for youth, marginalized communities, and veterans to...

Cyberattack Destroys 25 Years of Data 14.12.2021

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss how a cyberattack destroyed 25 years of a utility company's historical data. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: Colorado energy company loses 25 years of data after cyberattack while still rebuilding network  https://www-zdnet-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.zdnet.com/google-amp/article/cisa-warns-of-remot...

Apache Log4Shell Vulnerability 13.12.2021

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss the recently discovered Apache Log4Shell vulnerability and how far spread it is. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: Cybereason Releases Vaccine to Prevent Exploitation of Apache Log4Shell Vulnerability (CVE-2021-44228)  https://www-cybereason-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.cybereason.com/blog/cybereason-r...

The Weekly Run Down 10.12.2021

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.theothersideofthefirewall.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Facebook - the other side of the firewall page and group! Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse and...

How To Get Into Cybersecurity | Cybersecurity Q&A | Ask A CISSP 09.12.2021

**No questions this week so I made a compilation/promo. Please send your questions to @RyRySecurityGuy on LinkedIn, Twitter, IG, and TikTok** Hello and welcome to the Ask A CISSP podcast. Each week I sit down with individuals looking to make the transition into cybersecurity and answer their questions. Do you have questions? Reach out to me following one of the links below. Thank you and good luck...

Ready For Microsoft's Passwordless Future? 08.12.2021

What's up, everyone! On this episode Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss Microsoft's push for a passwordless future and if we're ready. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: Why the Future Needs Passwordless Authentication https://securityintelligence.com/future-needs-passwordless-authentication/?fbclid=IwAR1Oc1ESmcP-a87QQIHEEwlLKt27lO3MV2si7kGCX-c6TgDSWLC5uPsKkpM Socials: Website...

Interpol's Operation HAEICHI-II Busts 1K Cyber-Criminals 07.12.2021

What's up, everyone! On this episode Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss Interpol's Operation HAEICHI-II and how it lead to the arrest of 1,000 potential cyber-criminals and the recovery of $28M. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks! Article: Interpol arrests over 1,000 suspects linked to cyber crime  https://www-bleepingcomputer-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/leg...

Google Play Store Rocked by Banking Trojan 06.12.2021

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan, Shannon, and LeVon discuss how over 300K Android owners were exposed to a banking Trojan from apps they downloaded from the Google Play Store. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️  Thanks!   Article: Google Play apps downloaded 300,000 times stole bank credentials  https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2021/11/google-play-apps-downloaded-3000...

The Weekly Run Down 03.12.2021

What's up, everyone! In this episode, Ryan and Shannon discuss what we've been doing all week and what media has piqued our interest. Please LISTEN 🎧 LIKE 👍🏿 and SHARE ❤️ Thanks! Socials: Website - www.theothersideofthefirewall.com YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXZgdDvlcQ8bP_V4dEF02Yw Facebook - the other side of the firewall page and group! Ryan on Twitter, LinkedIn, Clubhouse and...

Ask A CISSP | Meet Arthur Pryor 02.12.2021

Hello and welcome to a very special episode of Ask A CISSP. On this week's podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking to Mr. Arthur Pryor. Arthur is transitioning from the Analytics and Data Sciences fields into cybersecurity. Our conversation topics ranged from "What can be done to separate me from my peers?" to "What don't I like about cybersecurity and why?" I believe Arthur's interesting backgrou...

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