On this episode, Alex Hamerstone, TrustedSec's Advisory Solutions Director, joins the show for Cybersecurity Awareness Month! We go over recent trends in cybersecurity and the importance of ongoing training for employees. We also take a look at different ways to safely authenticate and authorize your users, the risks with IoT devices in your home, and the rapidly growing number of scams utilizing AI. 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.
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8.2 - Can You Wear a White Hat After Labor Day?
Need to catch up on this summer's security news? In this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler chat with TrustedSec Founder and CEO Dave Kennedy about recent national security breaches, the role of AI in software development, and the challenges of public awareness regarding cyber threats. How have national security disclosures impacted politics? How has AI influenced trends in cyber attacks? Listen now as we discuss the state of cybersecurity in 2025! 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.
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8.1 - Hacker Summer Camp
Security Noise is back for its 8th season! The weather is getting cooler but we are still chatting about our experiences in Las Vegas for "Hacker Summer Camp." In this episode, Geoff and Skyler speak with Senior Security Consultants David Boyd and Whitney Phillips about their experiences at DEFCON 33 and Black Hat 2025. We discuss the evolution of DEFCON, the challenges of navigating large conferences, and tips for making the most of your experience. 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.
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7.19 - Hacker Culture: The Self Modifying Code
Hack the planet! In this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler chat with TrustedSec CSO & VP of Consulting Martin Bos and Principal Security Consultant Mike Felch about the evolution of hacker culture. They talk about their early experiences with hacking, cyber tech, and movies as well as cultural shifts over the years and how it has impacted the conference experience. Join us for a trip down memory lane with some cybersecurity pros! 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.
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7.18 - Hacking with AI
On this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler chat with Security Consultant Shane Jones about how AI can accelerate workflows and the pros and cons of using automation in penetration testing. Skyler covers his experiences with voice cloning, which AI tools assisted his engagement, and how he was able to trick the IVR system. 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. Hack the planet! Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.
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