Simply Defensive S2 E7: Understanding Mac Security - Challenges and Insights with Slava Konstantinov
Understanding Mac Security: Challenges and Insights with Slava Konstantinov
In this episode of Simply Defensive, hosts Josh Mason and Wade Wells are joined by Slava Konstantinov, the Head of Mac Development at ThreatLocker. Slava dives deep into the world of Mac security, explaining the challenges and intricacies of developing security agents for macOS. Learn about the differences discussed between Mac, Windows, and Linux security, the hurdles in defending Macs due to Apple's privacy measures, and the importance of zero trust security models. Slava also shares stories from his journey in cybersecurity, tips for defenders, and insights into current developments and future plans at ThreatLocker.
Don't miss this comprehensive discussion on modern Mac security!
Connect with Slava on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franticmm
Connect with @ThreatLocker
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:57 Challenges of Mac Security
01:38 Mac vs. Windows Security
02:32 Kernel Level Security
05:34 Mac Malware and Attack Vectors
10:10 Hackintosh and Early Mac Experiences
15:00 Zero Trust and ThreatLocker Mac Agent
16:31 Inbound Connection Issues
17:04 Ring Fencing and Application Control
17:38 Unified Audit and ThreatLocker Detect
18:24 Cross-Platform Detection Challenges
20:16 MacOS Debugging and Firewall Issues
24:34 Zero Trust and Elevation
26:13 Conference Experiences and Advice
28:28 Final Thoughts and Security Tips
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Connect with your hosts:
Josh Mason: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuacmason
Wade Wells: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadingthrulogs
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