Threat Vector by Palo Alto Networks

In this episode of Threat Vector by Palo Alto Networks, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership, interviews Kieran Norton, Principal at Deloitte & Touche LLP and U.S. Cyber and AI Automation Leader. They discuss the evolution from traditional Security Operations Centers (SOC) to AI-native SOCs, addressing the issues of alert fatigue and data volume.  Norton explains how AI can automate...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, engages with Chris Tillett, Product Management and R&D expert, to uncover the deep-seated challenges in cybersecurity. The discussion centers around the human factors that make security difficult, the complexities of implementing conditional MFA, and the often overlooked importance of a strong security...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, sits down with Mike Spisak, Technical Managing Director, to delve into the pressing cybersecurity challenges faced by educational institutions. The conversation explores proactive security measures, the importance of a solid risk assessment, and the emerging threats targeting schools.  Mike shares acti...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, engages with Jamie Fitz-Gerald, Sr. Director of Product Management at Okta, to delve into the transformative world of identity security. They explore the critical role of identity as the new perimeter in today’s hybrid work environment, emphasizing the importance of multifactor and passwordless authent...

In this episode of Threat Vector, guest host Michael Sikorski, CTO of Unit 42, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Jason Healey, Senior Research Scholar at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs. They unpack the evolution of cybersecurity, reflecting on Jason's experience across the military, the White House, and academia. Together, they explore the historica...

In this episode of Threat Vector, David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, sits down with Ryan Barger, Director of Offensive Security Services, to explore how AI is revolutionizing offensive security. Ryan delves into the practical applications of AI in tasks such as OSINT analysis, payload development, and evading endpoint detection systems. He also covers the emerging threat of...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership, converses with Nir Zuk, Founder and CTO of Palo Alto Networks, about the future of cybersecurity. They discuss into the pressing challenges organizations face today and the pivotal shift from traditional defense strategies to a mindset that assumes breaches.  Nir discusses the role of AI and machine learning in r...

In this episode of Threat Vector, David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, engages with Sama Manchanda, a Consultant at Unit 42, to explore the evolving landscape of social engineering attacks, particularly focusing on vishing and smishing.  As election season heats up, these threats are becoming more sophisticated, exploiting our reliance on mobile devices and psychological tacti...

In this episode of Threat Vector, hosted by David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, we delve into the evolving world of AI-generated malware with our expert guests, Rem Dudas, Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst, and Bar Matalon, Threat Intelligence Team Lead. Together, they uncover the groundbreaking research and experiments their team has conducted on the capabilities of generat...

In this episode of the Palo Alto Networks podcast 'Threat Vector,' host David Molton speaks with Jim Foote, CEO of First Ascent Biomedical about his transition from Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to leading a biotech company utilizing AI to personalize cancer treatments. They discuss how Foote's personal experience with his son's cancer diagnosis drove him to apply cybersecurity princip...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, is joined by Data Privacy Attorney Daniel Rosenzweig. Together, they unravel the complexities of aligning data privacy and cybersecurity laws with technological advancements. Daniel shares his insights on the critical partnership between legal and tech teams, revealing how a deep understanding of both...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Greg Jones, Chief Information Security Officer at Xavier University of Louisiana. Greg brings a wealth of knowledge from his military background and applies a disciplined, adaptive approach to securing one of America's most vibrant educational institutions. They discuss how Greg's cybersecurity strategies, ranging from comprehensive...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, discusses the challenges and opportunities of AI adoption with guest Mike Spisak, Managing Director of Proactive Security at Unit 42. They emphasize the importance of early security involvement in the AI development lifecycle and the crucial role of inventorying AI usage to tailor protection measures. ...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton and Andy Piazza, Sr. Director of Threat Intelligence at Unit 42, dive into the critical vulnerability CVE-2024-3400 found in PAN-OS software of Palo Alto Networks, emphasizing the importance of immediate patching and mitigation strategies for such vulnerabilities, especially when they affect edge devices like firewalls or VPNs. The discussion co...

In this episode of Threat Vector, David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, explores Adversarial AI and Deepfakes as part of the ongoing series “AI’s Impact in Cybersecurity” with two expert guests, Billy Hewlett, Senior Director of AI Research at Palo Alto Networks, and Tony Huynh, a Security Engineer specializing in AI and deepfakes. They unpack the escalating risks posed by adve...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, welcomes Donnie Hasseltine, VP of Security at Second Front Systems and a former Recon Marine, as they delve into the indispensable role of a military mindset in cybersecurity. Drawing from over two decades in the Marine Corps and a seamless transition into the tech industry, Donnie shares insights into...

Join David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, as he hosts Sam Rubin, VP and Global Head of Operations at Unit 42, to discuss Sam's testimony to the US Congress on the multifaceted landscape of ransomware attacks, AI, and automation, the need for more cybersecurity education and more. This episode digs into the sophistication and rapid evolution of cyber threats with insights drawn...

In this episode of Threat Vector, we dive deep into the new SEC cybersecurity regulations that reshape how public companies handle cyber risks. Legal expert and Unit 42 Consultant Jacqueline Wudyka brings a unique perspective on the challenges of defining 'materiality,' the enforcement hurdles, and the impact on the cybersecurity landscape.  Whether you're a cybersecurity professional, legal exper...

This episode of Threat Vector outlines a conversation between host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Palo Alto Networks Unit 42, and Michael "Siko" Sikorski, Unit 42's CTO and VP of Engineering, discussing the Unit 42's 2024 Incident Response Report. They provide insights into key cyber threats and trends including preferred attack vectors, the escalating use of AI by threat actors,...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, along with guests Sam Rubin, VP, Global Head of Operations, and Ingrid Parker, Senior Manager of the Intel Response Unit, dive deep into the critical vulnerabilities found in Ivanti's Connect Secure and Policy Secure products.  They explore the vulnerabilities' potential impact, the urgency of mitigati...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, speaks with Oded Awaskar, an MDR Senior Manager - Threat-Hunting.  Oded talks about how he got into threat-hunting, the evolving threat landscape, and the benefits and challenges of implementing a managed threat-hunting program. He also discusses how AI and ML might change the world of security operati...

Join us on the latest episode of Threat Vector to dive into the evolving world of AI in cybersecurity with Kyle Wilhoit, director of threat research at Unit 42. The podcast also touches on the threat research published by Unit 42 regarding the unique characteristics of Medusa ransomware with Unit 42 researchers Doel Santos, principal threat researcher, and Anthony Galiette, senior malware reverse...

This episode features Garrett Boyd, a senior consultant with a background as a Marine and professor, who discusses the importance of internal training and mentorship in cybersecurity. He provides insights into how training prepares professionals for industry challenges and how mentorship fosters professional growth and innovation. Garrett emphasizes the need for a mentorship culture in organizatio...

In this episode of Threat Vector, I had an engaging conversation with Madeline Sedgwick about the skills and methods necessary for understanding threat actor intent and behaviors. Madeline, a senior cyber research engineer and threat analyst, shared insights into how analyzing adversary behavior helps anticipate threats and avoid guesswork. We discussed the value of understanding both system dynam...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton and guest John Huebner, an XSIAM Consultant at Palo Alto Networks, delve into the intricacies of managing threat intelligence feeds in cybersecurity. They discuss the challenges organizations face in sifting valuable intelligence from the noise, emphasizing the importance of risk assessments in guiding the selection and tuning of these feeds. Jo...