Defensive Security Podcast - Malware, Hacking, Cyber Security & Infosec Defensive Security Podcast Episode 313
Jul 9, 2025
The hosts reflect on personal memories while blending humor with security insights. They introduce an AI bot, Expo, that's revolutionizing vulnerability identification. The chat turns to advanced application security tools and the growing role of AI in this field. Cyber threats are evolving, with new tactics like callback phishing emerging. There's an urgent call for organizations to step up their vulnerability management. Fans can look forward to exciting merchandise updates and exclusive content opportunities.
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AI Bots Revolutionize Bug Hunting
- AI bots like Expo are revolutionizing bug hunting by continuously identifying known vulnerabilities at scale.
- This approach could replace annual pen tests with ongoing, adaptive penetration testing for better security posture.
Remediation Bottleneck Grows
- Vulnerability remediation is becoming a bottleneck as teams face a flood of new findings from automated tools.
- Prioritization and scaling remediation capacity are critical to manage this security challenge effectively.
Be Wary of Callback Phishing
- Warn users to verify contact numbers independently when receiving unexpected urgent documents.
- Encourage calling official numbers from trusted websites instead of numbers provided in suspicious communications.