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Jake Williams

VP of R&D at Hunter Strategy, security researcher with extensive experience in malware analysis and intelligence.

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39 snips
Dec 10, 2019 • 50min

53: Shadow Brokers

The NSA has some pretty advanced, super secret, hacking tools. What if these secret hacking tools were to end up in the wrong person’s hands? Well, that happened.GuestThanks to Jake Williams from Rendition Security for telling us the story.SponsorsThis episode was sponsored by Thinkst Canary. Their canaries attract malicious actors in your network and then send you an alert if someone tries to access them. Great early warning system for knowing when someone is snooping around where they shouldn’t be. Check them out at https://canary.tools.Support for this episode comes from Blinkist. They offer thousands of condensed non-fiction books, so you can get through books in about 15 minutes. Check out Blinkist.com/DARKNET to start your 7 day free trial and get 25% off when you sign up.
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Aug 1, 2024 • 31min

2.5 Admins 206: CrowdStruck

Jake Williams, a cybersecurity expert renowned for his insights on ransomware, dives into the chaos sparked by a faulty CrowdStrike update that left Windows users in a blue screen frenzy. He shares the hilariously awkward ESXi vulnerability that ransomware gangs are eagerly exploiting. The conversation also touches on the complexities of memory management and the challenges of kernel vulnerabilities. Plus, Jake provides actionable advice on optimizing storage performance with SAS drives and PCIe cards, ensuring your system runs smoother.
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Feb 18, 2025 • 43min

PP050: Understanding–and Protecting Yourself From–the Malware Economy

Jake Williams, VP of R&D at Hunter Strategy and a seasoned security researcher, dives into the ins and outs of the thriving malware economy. He breaks down how cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities, discussing everything from ransomware tactics to the stealthy operations of malware. Jake highlights the crucial balance between usability and security, especially regarding user privileges. He also sheds light on the challenges of cloud security and the importance of customized endpoint solutions in the ongoing battle against malware.