

The Sophos kernel implant, 'hack-back' implications, CIA malware in Venezuela
47 snips Nov 3, 2024
Joined by Juan Andres Guerrero-Saade, a malware expert at SentinelLabs, and Costin Raiu, Kaspersky’s Director of Global Research, the conversation dives deep into contemporary cybersecurity challenges. They discuss the ethical quandaries of using Sophos's kernel implants for monitoring hackers and the controversial notion of 'hack-back.' The guests also explore CIA malware activities in Venezuela and an alarming espionage scandal involving the Vatican, highlighting the intricate ties between cyber operations and geopolitics.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Reevaluating Cybersecurity: Challenges and Perspectives
01:47 • 24min
Addressing Cybersecurity Challenges: Ethics and Innovations
25:23 • 25min
Exploring Telemetry Collection and Security Implications
50:10 • 2min
Trust and Risks in EDR Vendor Relationships
52:09 • 7min
The Urgency of Threat Intelligence
59:09 • 5min
Navigating the Cybersecurity Landscape
01:04:33 • 13min
The Pygmy Goat: Cybersecurity Collaboration Challenges
01:17:56 • 10min
Cyber Operations and International Relations
01:28:10 • 8min
Espionage and Intrigue: The Italian Scandal
01:36:02 • 5min
The Shadows of Business Intelligence: Challenges in Reporting and Transparency
01:40:45 • 2min
Cyber Threats and Geopolitical Tensions
01:42:51 • 11min