The 443 - Security Simplified

Secplicity

Get inside the minds of leading white-hat hackers and security researchers. Each week, we’ll educate and entertain you by breaking down and simplifying the latest cybersecurity headlines and trends. Using our special blend of expertise, wit, and cynicism, we’ll turn complex security concepts into easily understood and actionable insights.

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Jun 27, 2023 · 38 min
RepoJacking
https://youtu.be/DYam7E96dgc On this week's podcast we discuss a recent analysis on the risks of GitHub RepoJacking. After that, we dive in to the Barracuda 0-day that China-based threat actors are actively exploiting as well as a novel command and control distribution method for a separate China-based APT.
Jun 12, 2023 · 52 min
Minecraft Mod Malware
https://youtu.be/KOBaZcDg0tY This week on the podcast we cover a supply chain attack of sorts against Minecraft gamers. After that, we cover a vulnerability in MOVEit Transfer that threat actors are exploiting in the wild to steal data and deploy ransomware. Finally, we wne with our review of the latest Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR).
Jun 5, 2023 · 37 min
How Not to Update Software
https://youtu.be/PZWaRaguDTI This week on the podcast, we give a quick update on the latest Volt Typhoon activity before covering a newly for sale EDR bypass tool. After that, we discuss Gigabyte's decision to rootkit their own motherboards before ending with a new macOS vulnerability.
May 29, 2023 · 40 min
Naming APTs
https://youtu.be/loUDfzGTaiE This week on the podcast, we cover Microsoft's latest refresh of naming conventions for advanced persistent threat (APT) actors worldwide, as well as an update on two specific threat actors and their latest tactics. We also cover a ransomware event targeting a biotechnology company with an interesting twist.
May 23, 2023 · 49 min
TikTok is Banned, Kind Of
https://youtu.be/W57_CpRSFEA This week on the podcast, we cover the recent TikTok ban coming from the state of Montana and discuss whether it was justified and what the potential security impact is. Before that, we give an update on two US Supreme Court cases that were poised to potentially strip away Section 230 protections. We also highlight a new phishing-as-a-service (PaaS) platform that has yet again lowered the barrier for executing sophisticated attacks.
May 15, 2023 · 38 min
An Interview with ChatGPT
https://youtu.be/-asU7Sd24gg This week on the podcast, Marc kick's Corey off the podcast and interview's ChatGPT to learn its thoughts on AI applications in cybersecurity, both on offense and defense.
May 8, 2023 · 47 min
Securing Healthcare Tech
https://youtu.be/PoEXinvhMVQ This week on the podcast, we cover two new malware research pieces, including the latest evolution of a delivery vehicle as old as time. After that, we cover recent regulations in the healthcare industry that have a chance to push the industry to a more secure future.
May 1, 2023 · 42 min
Rustbuckets and Papercuts
This week on the podcast, we cover a recently discovered macOS malware attack that uses a multi-stage delivery mechanism. Before that, we discuss an actively-exploited vulnerability in the print management software PaperCut, as well as an update on the 3CX supply chain attack.
Apr 24, 2023 · 49 min
MSPs Around the World – Americas
This week's podcast comes from the WatchGuard Apogee partner conference for the Americas where we bring on special guests Kevin Willette of Verus Corporation and Neil Holme of Impact Business Technology to discuss the challenges and opportunities MSPs and MSSPs will face in the coming years. This is the first of a multipart series where we explore similar questions around the world.
Apr 17, 2023 · 53 min
Zero Trust Maturity Model 2.0
https://youtu.be/vzTpECddZRg This week on the podcast, we cover two new publications out of CISA. First, we dive into CISA's guidance to manufacturers and customers on products that are secure-by-design and secure-by-default. Next, we discuss CISA's latest Zero Trust Maturity Model which any organization can use to gauge how far along they are on the ZTA path and where the should focus their efforts next. Finally, we end wit some research from Blaze Information Security on a series of vulnerabilities in a play-to-earn blockchain game. You can view more information on the CISA guidance as well as Blaze Lab's full blog post at the links below: - https://www.cisa.gov/sites/default/files/2023-04/zero_trust_maturity_model_v2_508.pdf - https://www.blazeinfosec.com/post/hacking-play-2-earn-blockchain-games-manarium
Apr 10, 2023 · 48 min
Operation Cookie Monster
This week on the podcast, we discuss another cybercrime marketplace takedown dubbed Operation Cookie Monster. After that, we discuss Microsoft's attempts to limit the distribution of a popular hacking toolkit. Finally, we discuss a recent analysis by Dr. Ken Tindell of Canis Automotive Labs around how criminals were able to steal his friend's Toyota Rav4. You can view Dr. Ken Tindell's full blog post here: https://kentindell.github.io/2023/04/03/can-injection/
Apr 4, 2023 · 29 min
Another Software Supply Chain Attack
This week on The 443, we discuss the latest software supply chain attack with a potential blast radius of thousands of organizations. Then we cover a new protocol vulnerability in the Wi-Fi wireless standard before ending with some research into insecure Microsoft Azure applications.
Mar 27, 2023 · 40 min
The NSA’s Guidance on Securing Authentication
This week we have all the acronyms as we cover a joint publication by CISA and the NSA with Identity and Access Management (IAM) best practices. We then cover some new proposed cybersecurity rules out of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) before ending with an FBI takedown of a popular hacking forum.
Mar 20, 2023 · 41 min
An Update on Section 230
On this week's episode we look back to our initial monologue on Section 230 protections that allow the social media and the internet as a whole to function. We cap off the episode replay with a new discussion on a recent supreme court case that has the potential to dramatically impact the internet as we know it.
Mar 13, 2023 · 46 min
Here Come The Regulations
On today's episode, we cover two new sets of cybersecurity regulations, fresh off the heels of the White House's National Cybersecurity Strategy publication, targeting different critical infrastructure sectors in the United States. We'll also cover the latest in nation state activity targeting network connectivity appliances and end with some fun research into an oldie but goodie video game system.
Mar 7, 2023 · 1 hr 10 min
US National Cybersecurity Strategy
This week's episode is all about the White House's recently released National Cybersecurity Strategy. We'll walk through the strategy from top to bottom and discuss the key elements most likely to impact individuals and organizations as well as our overall thoughts on the direction the US Federal Government is planning to take.
Feb 27, 2023 · 53 min
Cybersecurity’s Toll on Mental Health
This week on the episode we have a discussion about stress related issues impacting cybersecurity professionals and ways to combat them. Before that, we cover the latest news including new 0click exploit protection from Samsung, the latest update on GoDaddy's security woes, and Twitters latest erratic move.
Feb 21, 2023 · 29 min
Successfully Prosecuting a Russian Hacker
In today's episode, we discuss a recent court case resulting in the succesful conviction of a Russian national tied to breaking in to several publicly traded US companies. We also cover the latest details on the ESXiArgs ransomware attacks that have been impacting organizations globally as well as the latest CISA alert on nation-state ransomware activity.
Feb 13, 2023 · 1 hr 16 min
Live Audience MSP Q&A Panel
On this week's very special episode of the podcast, we sit down with Matt Lee, Calvin Engen, and Scott Williamson, three MSP security and business experts for a Q&A panel in front of a live audience! We'll cover everything from how MSPs and MSSPs should address the cyber threat landscape to what vendors can do to be a more appealing partner.
Feb 7, 2023 · 52 min
What is CVSS?
This week on the podcast we cover the Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) including how it works and some of its limitations. Before that though, we discuss a recent survey on the risks of ChatGPT's usage in cyberattacks and the latest activity from Lazarus, the North Korean government hacking operation.