Pwn2Own Ireland 2025: Major Cybersecurity Revelations & Critical Vulnerabilities

In this episode of Cybersecurity Today, host David Shipley covers the latest updates from the Pwn2Own 2025 event in Ireland, where top hackers earned over $1 million for uncovering 73 zero-day vulnerabilities. Despite significant hype, AI's impact on cybersecurity remains limited. We also dive into a critical Microsoft WSUS flaw under active exploitation and its implications for U.S. government cyber defenses amid a federal shutdown. Lastly, ESET reports reveal North Korea's increased cyber espionage targeting European drone manufacturers. Stay informed on the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats and defenses.

00:00 Introduction and Headlines 00:29 Pwn to Own 2025 Highlights 02:35 AI's Role in Cybersecurity 03:43 Microsoft's Critical WSUS Vulnerability 07:24 US Government Shutdown and Cyber Attacks 10:04 North Korean Cyber Espionage 12:46 Conclusion and Call to Action