David Bombal

David Bombal
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Oct 17, 2025 • 28min

#518: How Cisco Links Data Centers: 64x800G at 51.2 Tbps Securely

Big thanks to Cisco for Sponsoring this video. For more information about the topic being discussed follow the following link: https://blogs.cisco.com/news/the-thir... Cisco’s Martin Lund joins David Bombal to unpack how AI-scale networking really works - and why a 51.2 Tbps, 64×800G, post-quantum–ready router matters. We break down scale-up vs scale-out vs scale-across, deep buffers to prevent drops on long-haul links, line-rate IPsec/MACsec, SONiC vs IOS XR, P4 programmability, coherent optics for ~1000 km DCI, and how these pieces enable exabit-class fabrics for AI clusters. What you’ll learn • Why GPUs are useless without massive, reliable interconnects • 51.2 Tbps with 64×800G ports and what that enables for AI training • Deep buffers vs shallow buffers and when each wins • Line-rate encryption today and post-quantum readiness tomorrow • SONiC on Cisco Silicon One, P4, and automation at hyperscale If you found this useful, hit subscribe and share with your favorite network nerd. It’s always the network. // Martin Lund’s SOCIALS // LinkedIn: / martinlundca // David's SOCIAL // Discord: discord.com/invite/usKSyzb Twitter: www.twitter.com/davidbombal Instagram: www.instagram.com/davidbombal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/davidbombal Facebook: www.facebook.com/davidbombal.co TikTok: tiktok.com/@davidbombal YouTube: / @davidbombal Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/3f6k6gE... SoundCloud: / davidbombal Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... // MY STUFF // https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbombal // SPONSORS // Interested in sponsoring my videos? Reach out to my team here: sponsors@davidbombal.com // MENU // 0:00 - Coming Up 0:54 - Intro 0:59 - Martin's Background 02:15 - Martin's Advice 02:48 - Cisco's Announcement 06:12 - Data Center Scaling 07:02 - Data Centres Scaling Across 11:08 - New Router Speeds 13:24 - Securing the Data Center (Quantum Computing) 17:57 - Are Deep Buffers Efficient? 19:25 - New Protocols 22:50 - Data Center Infrastructure 24:07 - 8804 Router Innovations 25:33 - The Future of Data Centers 27:50 - Conclusion Please note that links listed may be affiliate links and provide me with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items listed or recommended. Thank you for supporting me and this channel! Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. #cisco #networking #ai
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Oct 6, 2025 • 40min

#517: Have you been hacked? Advanced detection method

Big thanks to Brilliant for sponsoring this video. To try everything Brilliant has to offer, visit https://brilliant.org/davidbombal or scan the QR code onscreen – You’ll also get 20% off an annual premium subscription. Think you’ve been hacked? In this video, David Bombal and OTW (OccupyTheWeb) walk you through OSQuery - a free, open-source tool that lets you query your operating system like a database. You’ll learn the exact SQL-style commands to find: • Listening processes & remote connections (spot command-and-control) • Suspicious services and misspelled look-alikes • Persistence via registry startup items and scheduled tasks • Fileless malware (on_disk = 0) running only in RAM OTW draws from real digital forensics cases (200+ inquiries/month), including harassment, divorce disputes, and business rivalries. We also explain why antivirus often fails once malware is resident—and what you can do next (kill the process, remove the file, and harden startup entries). // Occupy The Web SOCIAL // X: / three_cube Website: https://hackers-arise.net/ // Occupy The Web Books // Linux Basics for Hackers 2nd Ed US: https://amzn.to/3TscpxY UK: https://amzn.to/45XaF7j Linux Basics for Hackers: US: https://amzn.to/3wqukgC UK: https://amzn.to/43PHFev Getting Started Becoming a Master Hacker US: https://amzn.to/4bmGqX2 UK: https://amzn.to/43JG2iA Network Basics for hackers: US: https://amzn.to/3yeYVyb UK: https://amzn.to/4aInbGK // OTW Discount // Use the code BOMBAL to get a 20% discount off anything from OTW's website: https://hackers-arise.net/ // YouTube video REFERENCE // Have you been hacked? Hacker explains how to find out: • Have you been hacked? Hacker explains how ... // David's SOCIAL // Discord: discord.com/invite/usKSyzb Twitter: www.twitter.com/davidbombal Instagram: www.instagram.com/davidbombal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/davidbombal Facebook: www.facebook.com/davidbombal.co TikTok: tiktok.com/@davidbombal YouTube: / @davidbombal Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/3f6k6gE... SoundCloud: / davidbombal Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... // MY STUFF // https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbombal // SPONSORS // Interested in sponsoring my videos? Reach out to my team here: sponsors@davidbombal.com // MENU // 0:00 - Coming Up 0:35 - Introduction 01:08 - The New Python Book 01:41 - Sponsored Section 02:49 - OTW Shares a Cool Tool 05:11 - Why This Tool is Powerful 06:45 - Latest Hacking Trends 09:59 - Who Should Use This Tool (and When) 10:54 - What Happens When You’re Hacked 11:20 - Why Hackers Need Access First 12:02 - After Installing the Software 12:39 - How to Query a Database 14:43 - Exploring OS Query’s Page 16:14 - Finding Unwanted Services on Your Computer 18:06 - Narrowing Down the Data 22:06 - Tracing the Hacker’s Footsteps 23:11 - The Case of the Husband Who Hacked His Wife 24:31 - Are You Being Hacked by the CIA? 25:31 - The Attacker’s Go-To Move 26:25 - Understanding the Windows Registry 29:55 - Investigating Scheduled Tasks 30:48 - Common Hacker Techniques 32:11 - Checking the Processes Running on Your System 33:48 - Is Chrome Malicious? 35:05 - Why Most Home Users Get Hacked 36:16 - Should You Rely on Anti-Virus? 37:48 - Windows vs Mac: Which Gets Hacked More? 38:30 - Getting Hacked Through a Friend’s Link 39:10 - Tutorials for Finding Malware on Your System 39:34 - Outro & Conclusion Please note that links listed may be affiliate links and provide me with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items listed or recommended. Thank you for supporting me and this channel! Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. #hacked #osquery #cybersecurity
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Oct 6, 2025 • 25min

#516: He Saved The DOOM Creator

Big thanks to ThreatLocker for sponsoring my trip to Black Hat 2025. To start your free trial with ThreatLocker please use the following link: https://www.threatlocker.com/davidbombal In this interview from Black Hat 2025, David Bombal sits down with two cybersecurity legends: David Cowen (Digital Forensics Expert) and Evan Anderson (Red Team Operator and Tool Builder). They give an unfiltered look at the real world of hacking, forensics, and career-building in cybersecurity. What we'll cover: • How the SolarWinds hack was discovered with never-before-heard forensics insight • Real-world red teaming using HVAC exploits, USB pivots, and AWS chaos • The Oculus vs. Carmack lawsuit story from the expert who worked the case • How to start your career in cybersecurity, even without a degree • What the CCDC program is and why it leads to 3 job offers instantly • How AI is changing the game for hackers and defenders alike // David Cowen’s SOCIALS // SANS Profile: https://www.sans.org/profiles/david-c... LinkedIn: / dcowen X: / dcowen // Evan Anderson SOCIALS // Offensive Context: https://blog.offensivecontext.com/aut... LinkedIn: / syndrowm GitHub: https://github.com/syndrowm // Website REFERENCE // https://www.nationalccdc.org/ https://www.sans.org/emea https://ctftime.org/ https://www.uscyberpatriot.org/ // YouTube Channel REFERENCE // 13Cubed: / @13cubed // David Cowen’s Books REFERENCE // Computer Forensics: US: https://amzn.to/47yeH70 UK: https://amzn.to/460ErGs Hacking Exposed Computer Forensics: Secrets and Solutions US: https://amzn.to/4mYevCW UK: https://amzn.to/46q07NH Hacking Exposed Computer Forensics: Secrets and Solutions: US: https://amzn.to/4mT3T8k UK: https://amzn.to/4m8zaCS // David's SOCIAL // Discord: discord.com/invite/usKSyzb Twitter: www.twitter.com/davidbombal Instagram: www.instagram.com/davidbombal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/davidbombal Facebook: www.facebook.com/davidbombal.co TikTok: tiktok.com/@davidbombal YouTube: / @davidbombal Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/3f6k6gE... SoundCloud: / davidbombal Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... // MY STUFF // https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbombal // SPONSORS // Interested in sponsoring my videos? Reach out to my team here: sponsors@davidbombal.com // Menu // 0:00 - Coming up 0:49 - Intro 01:13 - Sponsored Section 01:29 - (AWS) Amazon Web Services 03:04 - David Cowen’s Background 03:46 - Evan Anderson’s Background 05:18 - Advice for young people To Get A Job In this Space 05:56 - The Solar Winds Hack? 10:43 - Finding a needle in a Haystack 11:08 - The Oculus Story 13:00 - Evan in Red Teaming 15:55 - Advice To Younger self 16:51 - Recommended Courses 19:42 - Importance of Networking 20:19 - Recommended Certifications 24:13 - Is AI Taking All The Jobs ? 24:57 - Connect With David & Evan online 25:12 - Conclusion & Outro Please note that links listed may be affiliate links and provide me with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items listed or recommended. Thank you for supporting me and this channel! Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only.
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Sep 24, 2025 • 1h

#515: Phishing the AI: Zero-Click NIGHTMARE

In this discussion, cybersecurity expert Pascal Geenens dives into the chilling world of AI vulnerabilities. He explains how 'agents' pose new insider risks and can be manipulated through phishing—a method he terms 'ShadowLeak.' Pascal warns about the dangers of prompt injection and highlights how automated tools empower attackers. He also touches on the growing opportunities in cybersecurity for newcomers, encouraging a proactive approach to secure AI deployment. With insights into the evolving threat landscape, this chat is a must-listen for anyone concerned about digital security!
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Sep 22, 2025 • 43min

#514: Why People Buy the WRONG Laptops for Hacking

Big thanks to Proton VPN for sponsoring this video. To get 64% discount to your Proton VPN Plus subscription, please use the following link: https://protonvpn.com/davidbombal Want a “hacker” laptop without wasting cash? In this candid breakdown with OTW, we cut through the hype and show you what actually matters for learning pentesting in 2025: prioritising RAM over flashy GPUs, picking VMware (free for personal use) for reliable labs, using refurbs/minis/Raspberry Pi, and planning for where wireless hacking is going (Bluetooth/BLE/Zigbee) — not just Wi-Fi. We also cover AMD vs Intel vs Apple M-chips/ARM for Linux VMs, when cloud cracking makes sense, and why daily practice beats buying gadgets. Highlights: • Best beginner specs (RAM first, SSD nice, storage ≠ speed) • VMware vs VirtualBox for home labs • AMD/Intel vs Apple M-chips/ARM for Kali/Parrot VMs • Alpha adapters & aircrack-ng compatibility; Nordic nRF52 for BLE • Budget path: used/refurb, mini-PCs, Pi, phone/cloud labs (HTB/THM) • The 80/20 rule of hacking: skills are greater than gear If you’re delaying until you can afford a $2 – 3k laptop, don’t. Start now, learn daily, and upgrade later. // Occupy The Web SOCIAL // X: / three_cube Website: https://hackers-arise.net/ // Occupy The Web Books // Linux Basics for Hackers 2nd Ed US: https://amzn.to/3TscpxY UK: https://amzn.to/45XaF7j Linux Basics for Hackers: US: https://amzn.to/3wqukgC UK: https://amzn.to/43PHFev Getting Started Becoming a Master Hacker US: https://amzn.to/4bmGqX2 UK: https://amzn.to/43JG2iA Network Basics for hackers: US: https://amzn.to/3yeYVyb UK: https://amzn.to/4aInbGK // OTW Discount // Use the code BOMBAL to get a 20% discount off anything from OTW's website: https://hackers-arise.net/ // Playlists REFERENCE // Linux Basics for Hackers: • Linux for Hackers Tutorial (And Free Courses) Mr Robot: • Hack like Mr Robot // WiFi, Bluetooth and ... Hackers Arise / Occupy the Web Hacks: • Hacking Tools (with demos) that you need t... // David's SOCIAL // Discord: discord.com/invite/usKSyzb Twitter: www.twitter.com/davidbombal Instagram: www.instagram.com/davidbombal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/davidbombal Facebook: www.facebook.com/davidbombal.co TikTok: tiktok.com/@davidbombal YouTube: / @davidbombal Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/3f6k6gE... SoundCloud: / davidbombal Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... // MY STUFF // https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbombal // SPONSORS // Interested in sponsoring my videos? Reach out to my team here: sponsors@davidbombal.com // MENU // 0:00 - Coming up 01:21 - Proton VPN sponsored segment 03:16 - Get started and start learning 08:39 - Computer specs: CPU, GPU, RAM & Hard drives 16:46 - Time vs Money 17:58 - Virtual machines 19:15 - Computer specs overview 22:17 - Wi-Fi adaptors for Wi-Fi hacking 24:17 - Bluetooth dongles for Bluetooth hacking 26:57 - "80% Person & 20% Machine" 29:17 - Do you need hacking gadgets? 31:57 - Apple vs Intel vs AMD 35:53 - Learn hacking with a smartphone 37:01 - Learn hacking with a Raspberry Pi 39:32 - Kali Linux vs ParrotOS (Which OS to use?) 40:58 - The problem with Chromebooks 42:02 - Using Hack The Box/TryHackMe // Conclusion Please note that links listed may be affiliate links and provide me with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items listed or recommended. Thank you for supporting me and this channel! Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. #hacking #laptop #vm
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Sep 20, 2025 • 48min

#513: Is your WiFi or Internet slow? This can fix it.

Justin Melloni and Andre du Iuri from Juniper Networks delve into AI-native SD-WAN solutions that enhance internet connectivity. They reveal how tunnel-free setups boost speeds and how Marvis AI chats with users to troubleshoot network issues in real-time. The duo covers practical tips for monitoring Zoom and Teams call quality while explaining straightforward security protocols. Listeners will appreciate insights on catching network issues before work begins, making slow internet woes a thing of the past.
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Sep 15, 2025 • 38min

#512: All Encryption Hacked in 3 Years?

Occupy The Web, a cybersecurity expert and author known for his insights into Linux, hacking, and encryption, joins the discussion. He warns that quantum computing could break current encryption methods like RSA within three years. The conversation covers the urgent need for post-quantum cryptography, the risks associated with client-side scanning, and nation-states' strategies to exploit vulnerabilities. They also touch on ethical dilemmas concerning AI on personal devices and privacy, making this a crucial listen for anyone concerned about data security.
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Sep 13, 2025 • 26min

#511: Becoming a Ghost Online: 3 Privacy Levels

In this discussion, privacy expert Mishaal Khan, founder of OperationPrivacy.com, unveils essential strategies for guarding your online identity. He shares insights into his free dashboard that categorizes privacy into three levels: Conscious, Serious, and Ghost. Discover practical steps like freezing your credit, opting out of data brokers, and using harmless decoys to push down unwanted search results. Mishaal also dives into the importance of manual intervention in maintaining online privacy and offers tips for dealing with personal content removal.
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Sep 11, 2025 • 32min

#510: 20–30% Of Attacks Use AI: John Hammond details today’s hybrid attacks

To try everything Brilliant has to offer for free for a full 30 days, visit https://brilliant.org/davidbombal or scan the QR code onscreen – You’ll also get 20% off an annual premium subscription. In this 2025 deep-dive, David Bombal sits down with John Hammond to map the real state of hacking: classic ransomware/infostealers meet AI-assisted malware (including code that leverages LLMs). We unpack the ClickFix and FileFix social-engineering patterns, fake CAPTCHA and “save/upload” flows that trick users into running payloads, and the practical Windows mitigations (policy/registry ideas) you should know. John shares why he estimates 20–30% of attacks now have some AI touch, how social engineering scales, and where defenders can push back. For your career, he argues opportunities are expanding: use CTFs, show your work on GitHub/video, and consider OSCP for signaling. He also introduces Just Hacking Training (JHT), handson hack-alongs, archived CTFs, free upskill challenges, and pay-what-you-want courses with industry all-stars. What you’ll learn: • How ClickFix/FileFix actually trick users • Realistic mitigation tactics you can apply • The current role of AI in malware • Career roadmap: CTFs → OSCP → portfolio • Where to get hands-on: JHT resources // John Hammond’s SOCIALS // YouTube: / @_johnhammond X: https://x.com/_johnhammond LinkedIn: / johnhammond010 Discord: / discord Instagram: / _johnhammond TikTok: / johnhammond010 GitHub: https://github.com/JohnHammond Humble Bundle: https://www.humblebundle.com/?partner... Just Hacking Training: https://www.justhacking.com/ ClickFix Website: https://clickfix-wiki.github.io/ // YouTube video REFERENCE // Linux got hacked with this AI Image: • Linux got Hacked with this AI image! Hackers trick everyone to run malware (FileFix): • hackers trick everyone to run malware (Fil... OSINT Tools to track you down: • OSINT tools to track you down. You cannot ... // David's SOCIAL // Discord: discord.com/invite/usKSyzb Twitter: www.twitter.com/davidbombal Instagram: www.instagram.com/davidbombal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/davidbombal Facebook: www.facebook.com/davidbombal.co TikTok: tiktok.com/@davidbombal YouTube: / @davidbombal Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/3f6k6gE... SoundCloud: / davidbombal Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... // MY STUFF // https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbombal // SPONSORS // Interested in sponsoring my videos? Reach out to my team here: sponsors@davidbombal.com // MENU // 0:00 - Coming up 0:58 - Intro & Current State of Hacking 03:42 - Brilliant Advert 05:14 - The Wave of AI Attacks 07:43 - Click(Fix) Hack 10:10 - FileFix: The Future Hacks 11:14 - Current Affairs & Social Engineering 15:17 - Raising Awareness 19:18 - Security Research 20:51 - Is There a Future for Younger People in This Industry? 22:54 - What Should I Do to Get There? 24:11 - Recommended Certifications 26:34 - Where Do I Start? 28:26 - About John Hammond’s Work 31:12 - Outro Please note that links listed may be affiliate links and provide me with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items listed or recommended. Thank you for supporting me and this channel! Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only.
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Sep 11, 2025 • 30min

#509: AI + Metasploit = Terrifyingly Easy Hacking is here (demo)

In this ethical lab demo, David Bombal and Kyle Winters connect Claude (LLM) to Metasploit through an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server to automate real attacks. Watch AI perform recon, generate a risk report, and execute VSFTPD backdoor, EternalBlue (SMBv1), and UnrealIRCD—dropping benign files on Linux and Windows with simple prompts. Educational use only on intentionally vulnerable VMs. Do not attack systems you don’t own or lack permission to test. What you’ll see • How MCP bridges an AI to real tools (Metasploit RPC) • AI-driven scanning + auto security report (services, versions, risks) • Prompted exploits: VSFTPD, EternalBlue, UnrealIRCD • Why this lowers barriers for red teams—and what blue teams should do // Sponsored SEGMENT // Big thanks to Cisco for sponsoring this video. // Kyle Winters SOCIAL // LinkedIn: / kyle-m-winters Cisco Blogs:  https://blogs.cisco.com/author/kylewi... // Websites REFERENCE // MetasploitMCP by GH05TCREW: https://github.com/GH05TCREW/Metasplo... Kareem Iskander's MCP blogs: https://blogs.cisco.com/author/kareem... Cisco U.: https://u.cisco.com?ccid=cisco-u&dtid... // Video REFERENCE // MCP Demo using Pythong: • MCP Demo using Python, AI and a self heali... Brute Force SSH: • Brute Force SSH & Build a Honeypot Now (Hy... Hacking LLMs: • Hacking LLMs Demo and Tutorial (Explore AI... // David's SOCIAL // Discord: discord.com/invite/usKSyzb Twitter: www.twitter.com/davidbombal Instagram: www.instagram.com/davidbombal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/davidbombal Facebook: www.facebook.com/davidbombal.co TikTok: tiktok.com/@davidbombal YouTube: / @davidbombal Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/3f6k6gE... SoundCloud: / davidbombal Apple Podcast: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... // MY STUFF // https://www.amazon.com/shop/davidbombal // SPONSORS // Interested in sponsoring my videos? Reach out to my team here: sponsors@davidbombal.com // Menu // 0:00 - Coming up 0:58 - Disclaimer 01:00 - Introducing Metasploit MCP Server (by GH05TCREW) 03:01 - Metasploit MCP Demo 1 05:12 - Metasploit MCP Demo 2 10:59 - Metasploit MCP Demo 3 16:18 - Metasploit MCP Demo 4 19:15 - Metasploit MCP Demo 5 21:45 - How AI is changing cybersecurity 23:07 - Metasploit MCP Demo 5 continued 26:51 - Metasploit MCP server summary 28:00 - Conclusion Please note that links listed may be affiliate links and provide me with a small percentage/kickback should you use them to purchase any of the items listed or recommended. Thank you for supporting me and this channel! Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only.

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