In this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler talk with IR Practice Lead Carlos Perez and Security Consultant Zach Bevilacqua about the world of security operations. They discuss current trends, the role of AI, challenges with traditional SIEM tools, and the value of proper logging and monitoring configurations. How important are proactive measures and effective communication within SOC teams? Find out what our team has to say on this episode of Security Noise! 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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7.13 - Oops I Clicked It Again: Business Email Compromise Explained
How has email security evolved over the years? What challenges do organizations face in protecting against sophisticated phishing attacks? Find out on this episode of Security Noise! Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks are becoming increasingly common and sophisticated. In this episode, Geoff and Skyler speak with Incident Response Security Consultant Olivia Cate and Director of Advisory Innovation Rocky Brockway about BEC and what you can do to prepare your organization. We discuss which types of organizations are most vulnerable, the increasing rate of BEC attacks, and the methods used by attackers. Find out more about our Incident Response services on our website. 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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7.12 - CactusCon: A Succulent Security Event
In this episode, Geoff and Skyler talk with TrustedSec Security Consultants Whitney Phillips and Justin Bollinger about their recent presentations and experiences at CactusCon in Mesa, Arizona. Justin delves deep into the complexities surrounding the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) identification process and bug bounty programs, highlighting key challenges security researchers face. Whitney shares her expertise on crafting and delivering impactful conference presentations, offering valuable insights into preparation, audience engagement techniques, and managing presentation anxiety. Both consultants provide their unique perspectives on the conference highlights, including notable keynotes, networking opportunities, and emerging security trends discussed at this prominent Southwest cybersecurity event. 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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7.11 - Time Is Running Out For TikTok
It's time to talk about TikTok! On this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler speak with Senior Security Consultants Kelsey Segrue and Travis Kaun about algorithms, data security, and how we got to where we are today with the popular Chinese-owned app. They also discuss other Chinese technologies and devices that you may want to keep an eye on if you have them on your network. 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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7.10 - Authentication in 2025
In this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler are joined by two TrustedSec experts, Security Consultant Edwin David and Principal Security Consultant Justin Bollinger, to talk about the evolution of authentication and what it looks like in 2025. We discuss passwordless authentication, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and the implications of OAuth and identity providers. The crew also discusses the dangers of using antiquated methods like SMS for authentication. 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!
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