Reflections and Gratitude in Farewell Message

The TWiET crew delves into botnets, securing hybrid work environments, the future of DNS architecture, and more.

News Blips:

• Researchers uncover sophisticated IoT botnet named "K- Botnet" targeting US entities; linked to Chinese state-aligned hackers
• AI startup Vanta (a TWiT.tv Sponsor) launches AI suite to automate repetitive security and compliance tasks
• DARPA funds revolutionary laser-based aerial energy delivery system for military operations
• Networking company Cradlepoint acquires SASE vendor ERA to provide a potential combined 5G and zero-trust networking solution

DNS Deep Drive Part 3 with DNS Expert Josh Kuo and Principal Solutions Architect of Infoblox Ross Gibson

• Internal vs external DNS; differences in intended audience and integration
• Decoupling DNS services from domain controllers for stability
• Namespace planning tips; use owned domains, avoid random internal TLDs
• Encrypted DNS tradeoffs; privacy vs. visibility for security teams
• DNS security options like RPZ for control over internal resolution
• Future DNS role predictions like firewall integration and threat intel protections

The episode concludes with the announcement that the long-running show will be coming to an end after 12 years of enterprise content.

Hosts: Louis Maresca, Brian Chee, and Curtis Franklin

Guests: Josh Kuo, Ross Gibson, and Leo Laporte

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• INFO.ACILEARNING.COM/TWIT code SN100
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