Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

September 2024

#157 - Low noise threat detection with Joshua Neil, Founder at Alpha Level

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we talk about low noise threat detection with Joshua Neil, Founder at Alpha Level. Josh is a seasoned expert with over 20 years of experience in developing data-driven solutions to security challenges faced by both the U.S. Government and industry at large. With a deep understanding of enterprise security, they are focused on the fact that perimeter defenses alone aren't enough to prevent attackers from breaching systems.

Threat Hunting for macOS, Part Two

In part 1 of our Threat Hunting for macOS webinar series we explored basic use cases for utilizing macOS Unified Logging (MUL) and system telemetry to uncover suspicious behavior. Building upon this foundation, in part two we explore more intricate use cases and tap into third-party logs to uncover sophisticated attack TTPs.

#158 - Common pitfalls for founders with Andrew Plato, Founder & CEO of Zenaciti

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast we talk about some of the common pitfalls faced by founders with Andrew Plato, Founder & CEO of Zenaciti. Andrew is an experienced CEO, founder, author, and cybersecurity expert. In 1995, Andrew founded Anitian, one of the earliest cybersecurity companies on record, where he pioneered innovations in intrusion detection, endpoint security, and cloud security. He led the development of a revolutionary automated platform for secure cloud environments, and under his leadership, Anitian formed strategic partnerships with major tech companies like AWS, Microsoft, and Trend Micro before he exited the company in 2022.

#153 - Unpacking the hacker mindset with Ken Westin, Senior Solutions Engineer at LimaCharlie

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we unpack the hacker mindset with Ken Westin, Senior Solutions Engineer at LimaCharlie. Ken is a seasoned thought leader in cybersecurity who has spent years analyzing and understanding the intricacies of cyber threats and the methods behind them. Ken has a unique ability to identify emerging trends in the industry and for figuring out how businesses can protect themselves before they fall victim to attacks.

Hunting with the LimaCharlie Query Console - Webinar

Managing various data sources and retaining data can be a hassle for SecOps teams. LimaCharlie removes this headache by providing one-year of telemetry storage for any data type - EDR, cloud provider logs, authentication logs, and many more. This allows your organization to preserve a valuable source for threat hunting and anomaly detection. Watch this webinar where we explore LimaCharlie’s Query Console, and learn how you can structure queries to quickly hunt through any historical data set, find value, and uncover hidden gems.

As Security Budgets Cool, CISO's Warm Up to New Ideas

Security spending is losing momentum with a third of CISOs reporting flat or reduced budgets this year. These numbers come from a recent annual survey of 755 cybersecurity decision-makers conducted by IANS Research. Decreased spending in the face of growing cyberattacks put pressure on security leaders to find better ways to optimize their processes. Fortunately, CISOs are discovering solutions for this problem by following the tried-and-true tactics of simplification, consolidation, and innovation.

#151 - Exploring AI as it pertains to cybersecurity with George Gerchow, Head of Trust at MongoDB

On this episode of The Cybersecurity Defenders Podcast, we speak with George Gerchow, Head of Trust at MongoDB, about the current narrative surrounding AI in cybersecurity. George challenges the dominant focus on AI as a threat and instead highlights its potential as a powerful ally in defending against sophisticated cyberattacks. We explore how AI-driven defense strategies are reshaping the landscape of proactive threat detection and automated response mechanisms, offering a fresh perspective on balancing security innovation with risk management.