Best Cyberrisk Podcasts (2025)

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Cure Me or Kill Me - The Little Things That Escalate Attacks 43:18

3h ago43:18

43:18

As loyal listeners of this podcast know, I’m a big believer in paying close attention to the little things, the blocking and tackling, the basics, the fundamentals. All those elementary elements that comprise the building blocks of stronger cybersecurity plans and successful defensive strategies. Spoiler alert – that comes through again … and again…

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Being 'Proactively Paranoid, Not Paralyzed' 36:54

13d ago36:54

36:54

As all of you know, there are no silver bullets when it comes to cybersecurity success in the industrial sector. Every enterprise has its own unique characteristics, each plant floor its different connectivity elements, and each business is comprised of diverse human dynamics that fuel its culture. However, regardless of the environment, there cont…

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Why More Hackers Are Logging On Than Breaking In 32:27

27d ago32:27

32:27

We’ve heard it before – hacker tactics are not changing, but the hackers are getting a lot smarter in how they deploy their time-tested attacks. Additionally, honing in on the human element of cybersecurity is nothing new. We’ve spoken with numerous guests about getting buy-in, improving training, and how creating a cyber-receptive culture is key i…

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You Think You Know Me 35:06

2M ago35:06

35:06

Who are you? This episode dives into one of the most challenging cybersecurity topics currently on the docket – identity management. My conversation with Brandon Traffanstedt, Sr. Director and Global Technology Officer at CyberArk, took us in two equally important directions. The first deals with individuals and how to properly manage those accessi…

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Avoiding the Ostrich Approach 50:46

2M ago50:46

50:46

I’m always tempted to start out each episode by talking about a problem, and then setting up our guest as the solution to that problem. It’s formulaic and a bit redundant, but it’s also effective. So I’ll apologize in advance because I’m about to do that very thing again. The difference is that Howard Grimes, the CEO of the Cybersecurity Manufactur…

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Cyberrisk Quantification: Strengthening Financial Resilience 35:33

3M ago35:33

35:33

In this episode, ISACA's Lisa Cook engages with Yakir Golan, Executive Officer (CEO) and Co-Founder of Kovrr, to explore the critical role of Cyberrisk Quantification (CRQ) in enhancing organizational financial resilience. They discuss how CRQ solutions provide objective assessments of an organization's cybersecurity posture, enabling leaders to ma…

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'We've Made Our Own Prison' 42:19

3M ago42:19

42:19

Insider threats are creating new attack vectors, but old-school solutions could rise to the challenge. Regardless of the situation or dynamic, everyone likes to think that they’re special. However, with experience we learn that appreciating both the shared similarities, as well as some of those unique traits, are how we can best solve problems. A g…

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Dark AI Speeding Hacker Evolution 36:11

3M ago36:11

36:11

In many instances the biggest challenge facing OT cybersecurity practitioners is knowing where to focus resources, especially their time. In other words, what are the priorities for the enterprise, facility and people? I recently sat down with Securin's Lead Threat Intelligence Analyst - Aviral Verma. And while I anticipated a conversation focused …

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Securing Desktops and Data from Ransomware Attacks 39:30

3M ago39:30

39:30

Ransomware remains one of the most formidable cybersecurity threats facing organizations worldwide. In this episode of the ISACA Podcast, host Chris McGowan speaks with Netwrix endpoint protection expert Jeremy Moskowitz, who explains how ransomware infiltrates and cripples desktop environments. He explains cybercriminals' tactics to exploit social…

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Why Ransomware, Credential Theft and Phishing Schemes Persist 39:22

4M ago39:22

39:22

One of the great things about covering industrial cybersecurity is the number of reports, studies and white papers being produced right now to help provide intelligence on threats, research on new tools, and data on leading trends. The tough part is sorting through all this data and, at some point, prioritizing it in order to get the most and best …

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Unsecure Webcam Was All a Ransomware Group Needed 31:23

4M ago31:23

31:23

Endpoint security tools worked, but the hackers worked harder for their payday. While everyone likes to know how someone else might have screwed up and what the fallout looks like, the more import elements of episodes like this one come from the in-depth conversations about new tactics and strategies that are being used by the bad guys, and simulta…

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IABs, Dark Web Fueling Ransomware Surge 38:41

5M ago38:41

38:41

We talk a lot about the growing complexity of hacking groups and how their tools and tactics continue to evolve. One such evolution is the ongoing specialization that runs rampant throughout the black hat community – especially when it comes to ransomware. The rise of initial access brokers, affiliate programs, spoofing domain creators, dark web co…

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Manufacturing’s Internal Cyber Struggles 27:18

5M ago27:18

27:18

Breaking down silos while securing the cloud and leveraging secure-by-design advancements. The challenges facing the industrial OT landscape that emanate from external sources are … varied, complex and constantly evolving. Smarter hacking groups, AI-driven phishing schemes and deceptive malware viruses head the list of concerns. And while these fac…

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Cyberresilience and Cybersecurity 24:10

5M ago24:10

24:10

Cybersecurity and the role of internal audit, an urgent call to action: The forces driving business growth and efficiency contribute to a broad attack surface for cyber assaults. How is the end user protected with good service while not being compromised? First Line includes internet, cloud, mobile, and social technologies, now mainstream, are plat…

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Observations of an Ethical Hacking Researcher 35:35

6M ago35:35

35:35

One of the goals of the show is to help you better understand all the threats facing your OT assets, your data and your people. In order to do that, we work to identify those individuals with a feel and in-depth understanding of these threats and the evolving network of threat actors. And I can’t think of anyone better to break down the hacker land…

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The Evolution of OT Vulnerabilities 36:47

6M ago36:47

36:47

When we talk about the threat landscape for the industrial sector, the eye-catching, headline-grabbing hacking groups with nefarious names typically lead the list of concerns. And while understanding their well-publicized exploits are important, what is often overlooked are all the little things these groups were able to do before dropping malware,…

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The Legacy of AI in Cybersecurity 26:46

7M ago26:46

26:46

While we’re still in the infancy of 2025, the New Year has proven to have no issues in welcoming in a number of pre-existing challenges – whether we’re talking about cybersecurity or … other social topics. So, in continuing this trend, we tapped into a unique collection of voices to discuss a topic that has, and will continue to be, vital to indust…

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A Happy Ending to the Latest ICS Hack 29:25

7M ago29:25

29:25

The continued evolution of the CyberAv3ngers hacking group and its IIoT-focused malware. We talk a lot about change on Security Breach. Some of it’s good and obviously some of it makes us want to tear our hair out. Well, this episode, surprisingly, should go easy on the scalp, even though it will focus on the IOCONTROL malware strand recently detec…

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Cybersecurity Predictions for 2025 26:07

8M ago26:07

26:07

The prevalence of ransomware and the security concerns associated with AI have made the role of cybersecurity professionals vital for enterprise success. The complex security landscape can make cybersecurity jobs stressful, but enterprises can take steps to retain cybersecurity talent and ensure enterprise assets are protected. In this podcast, Jus…

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The Biggest Hacks of 2024 40:01

8M ago40:01

40:01

Winston Churchill famously stated that, “Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” His concerns about applying lessons learned to post WWII foreign policy initiatives rings just as true in the current cybersecurity climate. So, in an effort to ensure we repeat as few of 2024’s mistakes in 2025, we’re going to take a look at som…

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Looking Back to Move Forward 41:29

8M ago41:29

41:29

As we begin to close out 2024 and look ahead to 2025, I couldn’t resist the urge to revisit some of my favorite guests from the last couple of months. While I’m grateful for everyone we’ve had on the show, and all the support we continue to receive from the industrial cybersecurity community, I felt these comments were worth another listen, with sp…

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Examining Authentication in the Deepfake Era with Dr. Chase Cunningham 38:28

8M ago38:28

38:28

Given the dynamic nature of cyberthreats and the ever-expanding digital ecosystem, authentication is more critical than ever. In this episode, ISACA director of professional practices and innovation discusses a new content piece titled, "Examining Authentication in the Deepfake Era" with author Dr. Chase Cunningham. Their conversation of the paper …

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AI Is Exposing Your Most Vulnerable Attack Surface 35:18

9M ago35:18

35:18

According to Fortinet’s 2024 State of Operational Technology and Cybersecurity Report, 43 percent of those surveyed reported a loss of business critical data or intellectual property so far in 2024– a number this is up nearly 10 percent from last year. And we all know what happens with this hijacked data. Per the World Economic Forum’s May 2024 whi…

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Safely and Responsibly Using Emerging Health Technology 25:10

9M ago25:10

25:10

Emerging healthcare technologies have the potential to revolutionize healthcare and accessibility-related concerns, but these advancements are not without risk. To maximize the value and minimize the harms associated with emerging health technologies, it is critical to address ethical, privacy, and societal concerns to ensure that these technologie…

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Minimizing Hacks by Focusing on Uptime 38:35

9M ago38:35

38:35

Next to artificial intelligence, one of the biggest buzz terms in industrial cybersecurity right now might be SBOM, or software bill of materials. The term generates equal parts concern and eye roll as those entrusted with enterprise defense look to ensure that there are no embedded vulnerabilities amongst the data platforms they are both sourcing …

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What Cybersecurity Can Learn from Tom Brady 52:41

9M ago52:41

52:41

We assembled some "nerds from the basement" to cover a key strategy in combatting evolving threats. Today’s episode is going to take on a little different flavor, as we’re going to show you one particular tool that can impact a number of your security planning, training and discovery strategies. While table top exercises are nothing new, we’re goin…

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Threat Landscape Update 38:16

10M ago38:16

38:16

For this episode, instead of tapping into one source for feedback and updates on industrial cybersecurity, we’re going to look at some of the key insights previous guests have offered on the evolving threat landscape – from increased risks emanating from technological integrations and an uptick in automation, to the more traditional adversaries res…

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The Little Things That Kill 38:04

10M ago38:04

38:04

While there are plenty of unknowns when it comes to protecting the OT attack surface, there are some things that are undeniably true. We know that the frequency of attacks will continue to increase. We know that it’s not if your ICS will be probed, but when. And we also know that asset and connection visibility is an ongoing challenge due to the im…

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Phishing Attack Defense 'Not Rocket Science' 22:22

10M ago22:22

22:22

Maybe you’re sick of hearing about phishing schemes and the way hackers are using this strategy to infiltrate your networks, access intellectual data, shut down production, or hold your assets for ransom. If that’s the case, then you’ve made a lot of hackers very happy. And based on Proofpoint’s 2024 State of Phish report, protecting against phishi…

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Legacy Mindsets Are Helping Hackers Weaponize Networks 42:09

10M ago42:09

42:09

So, my daughters like to give me a hard time about growing old. Said another way, I’m a legacy asset - just like most of the devices many of you observe, manage and secure every day. Your machines are still in place because they work. While the technology around these assets has evolved, their core functionality and value to the production process …

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Using Force Multipliers to Protect Against Next-Gen Stuxnet 39:43

11M ago39:43

39:43

While the justifications for additional cybersecurity spending is easy to explain, getting buy-in at the C-level can be difficult. However, some recent research might help you win over those controlling the purse strings. SonicWall’s Mid-Year Cyber Threat Report found that their firewalls were under attack 125 percent of the time during a 40-hour w…

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Never Let a Good Hack Go to Waste 32:59

11M ago32:59

32:59

One of the most common topics we explore here on Security Breach is the ongoing challenge of asset visibility in the OT landscape. It's frustrating because it would seem that the solution starts with basic inventory management approaches, i.e. the first step in developing frameworks and plans for everything from tool selection to attack response. O…

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Finding Your 'Creative Maliciousness' 38:38

11M ago38:38

38:38

According to Veeam’s 2024 Ransomware Trends Report, cyber victims stated that they were unable to restore 43 percent of whatever data was affected by ransomware attacks. This reaffirms what a number of Security Breach guests have stated about trusting hackers after paying their extortion demands. Another finding shows that 63 percent of ransomware …

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Getting Past the Whack-A-Mole Approach 35:31

11M ago35:31

35:31

The ongoing theme in industrial cybersecurity centers on two competing dynamics – the desire to expand our implementation of automation and Industry 4.0 technologies with the goal of using more and faster connections, along with the decision-making data each generates to improve the efficiency and quality of production. However, these goals now nee…

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Addressing SAP Security Gaps 25:49

11M ago25:49

25:49

SAP systems are treated differently than many other enterprise applications from a cybersecurity perspective. Most SAP security teams are siloed and left to meet security objectives on their own. Since SAP is so integral to organizations, it is unusual for SAP security objectives to not be on the radar of an existing 24/7 cybersecurity team executi…

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Inside the Growing Complexity of Ransomware Hacking Groups 32:02

11M ago32:02

32:02

We’re back to discuss an all-too-familiar topic – ransomware. Ironically enough, it seems the topics we describe in this manner become so familiar because we can’t figure out viable, long-term solutions. I think part of the challenge for industrial organizations dealing with ransomware is that we have to divide our energy and resources between prev…

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Time to 'Rip off the Band-Aid' to Ensure Security 39:13

12M ago39:13

39:13

A smarter, well-funded hacker community means embracing basic, yet daunting cyber challenges. In manufacturing, regardless of your role, avoiding downtime is an obvious priority, and one of the motivating factors driving investments in cybersecurity. In working to mitigate potential DDoS attacks or malware drops, manufacturers are tapping into more…

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Combating the 20th Century Mafia with a Stronger Human Firewall 46:07

12M ago46:07

46:07

Sophos recently reported that 65 percent of manufacturing and production organizations were hit by ransomware last year, which, unlike other sectors, is an increase. Overall, these attacks have increased by 41 percent for manufacturing since 2020. Additionally, the cybersecurity firm found that 44 percent of computers used in manufacturing have bee…

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Tearing Down the 'Set It and Forget It' Mindset 41:54

12M ago41:54

41:54

I recently watched an interesting documentary called Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War on Netflix. Great watch – I’d highly recommend it. Essentially it positioned nearly every prominent geo-political event since World War II as fallout from the U.S. dropping the nuclear bomb on Japan to end World War II. Similarly, we can look at a number o…

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Bridging the IT-OT Divide 20:30

1y ago20:30

20:30

When I was a kid, we always looked forward to my dad’s work picnic. He was a tool and dye maker for a leading caster manufacturer that would rent out a local park, make a ton of food and put on various games and activities for the families. One of the highlights of this day was a softball game pitting the office versus the shop. The good-natured sh…

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'There's No Bulletproof Vest' in Cybersecurity 51:29

1y ago51:29

51:29

An ethical cyber researcher breaks down the 'tsunami of exposed data' he continues to uncover. When it comes to solving industrial cybersecurity's biggest challenges, I think we have to continue to ask questions that simultaneously tackle basic blocking and tackling concerns, as well as those that lead to bad news. Both prevent us from putting our …

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Are We Over-Connected? 19:51

1y ago19:51

19:51

The landscape of industrial cybersecurity continues to change and evolve, and demands a vigilant monitoring of the next threat, vulnerability or potential soft spot in our defenses. That’s why we continue to produce Security Breach, and, by the way, continue to be so appreciative of the growth and support we’ve received from each of you. That said,…

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The $25M 'Wake-Up Call' Supply Chain Hack 30:42

1y ago30:42

30:42

According to IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report, nearly 20 percent of the organizations surveyed stated that they have experienced a breach stemming from a compromise in their supply chain, or a vulnerability related to it. The average cost of these breaches was estimated at just under $4.5 million. Their data also found that attacks emanating from…

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What Enterprises Need to Know About ChatGPT and Cybersecurity 21:44

1y ago21:44

21:44

Many people are pondering whether generative artificial intelligence (AI) tool ChatGPT is a friend or a foe. In this ISACA podcast episode, Camelot Secure Director of Solutions Engineering Zachary Folks discusses not only his view of how ChatGPT can be considered an evolution of the encyclopedia, but importantly how it is aiding cybersecurity profe…

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The Dollars and Sense of Cybersecurity 40:27

1y ago40:27

40:27

Due to the rise in attacks on manufacturing and critical infrastructure, and the devasting impacts these attacks have on daily lives around the world, the World Economic Form recently unveiled a report entitled Building a Culture of Cyber Resilience in Manufacturing. This initiative not only identified the sector’s primary challenges for developing…

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There's No 'Plant the Flag' Moment in Cybersecurity 33:08

1y ago33:08

33:08

When looking at industrial cybersecurity, more attention is being paid to how workers are logging in to access critical machinery, software or data. And according to Trustwave Threat Intelligence’s recent Manufacturing Threat Landscape report, 45 percent of attacks experienced by manufacturers stemmed from the bad guys accessing credentials. Whethe…

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'Nobody Should Get Ransomwared' 38:05

1y ago38:05

38:05

As we’ve discussed numerous times on Security Breach, terms like change, evolution and constant are more than just buzz terms – they’re a simple reality of working in the industrial OT space. Whether we’re discussing threat actors from Stuxnet to Lockbit, tactics from social engineering to double-extortion ransomware, or vulnerability sources rangi…

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The Protection and Productivity of Zero Trust 43:09

1y ago43:09

43:09

Over the last nearly 100 episodes of Security Breach we’ve discussed a wide range of strategies for protecting the manufacturing enterprise. But perhaps the most polarizing of these has been Zero Trust. While some unwaveringly champion the cause of this approach, others question the ways in which it is typically deployed. Perhaps this dichotomy is …

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OT's Legacy Tech Challenges 28:14

1y ago28:14

28:14

One of the more common obstacles that we discuss here on Security Breach is how increased connectivity has combined with new Industry 4.0 technologies to constantly expand the OT attack surface. In the midst of all this expansion, it’s easy to either overlook cybersecurity concerns, or put too much trust in the embedded security features of the new…

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Shutting Down 'Spy Board' Threats 34:21

1y ago34:21

34:21

Those of you with a military or law enforcement connection are probably, and unfortunately, familiar with the term collateral damage. While this phrase has a legacy in these environments, it’s also become an unwelcome addition to the realm of cybersecurity. Examples of this dynamic can be found in a number of hacktivist attacks that targeted infras…

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