The Azure Security Podcast
Episode 113: Microsoft Red Team
May 16, 2025
Craig Nelson, VP of Microsoft's Red Team, dives into the fascinating world of cybersecurity, focusing on the team's role in simulating real-world attacks to uncover vulnerabilities. He discusses the critical skills needed for effective red teaming and the ethical implications of their work. The guests also tackle emerging threats, particularly the influence of AI on cybersecurity strategies. From measuring red team effectiveness to addressing common vulnerabilities, this conversation is packed with insights essential for anyone interested in protecting digital landscapes.
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Quick takeaways
- The Microsoft Red Team simulates real-world attacks to proactively identify vulnerabilities and enhance overall security measures across the organization.
- The transition to TLS 1.2 and above emphasizes the importance of organizations updating their systems to avoid potential security vulnerabilities and disruptions.
Deep dives
Introduction to Azure Virtual Network Manager
Azure Virtual Network Manager has introduced high-scale private endpoints now in public preview, which simplifies the management of numerous private endpoints. This feature allows users to cluster together information for up to 20,000 private endpoints into connected groups, significantly enhancing manageability. Managing private endpoints individually can be cumbersome, so this new approach streamlines operations for cloud environments. This advancement is particularly important for organizations that deploy vast amounts of endpoints, optimizing their network configuration and ease of management.
