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Caleb Barlow, CEO of Cyberbit, dives into the pressing issue of the cyber skills gap, highlighting the contradictions between academic training and employer needs. He advocates for upskilling existing employees rather than just hiring new talent. Barlow also discusses the recent surge in cyber threats, such as new malware and high-profile data breaches, including the education sector. The conversation reveals the importance of practical experience and the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, emphasizing adaptability to meet modern security challenges.

Join AJ Gemer, co-founder and CTO of Lunar Outpost, and Salem El Nimri, CTO at AWS Aerospace & Satellite, as they venture into the future of space exploration. They discuss groundbreaking innovations in lunar robotics, including AI-driven navigation and the intricacies of the Stargate system for data analysis. The duo also highlights how AWS technology is revolutionizing missions on the Moon and Mars, emphasizing collaborative efforts in overcoming challenges. Learn how advanced rovers and swarm robotics are unlocking lunar mysteries!

Kevin Magee, Global Director of Cybersecurity Startups at Microsoft for Startups, joins to share high-energy insights from the RSAC show floor. He highlights the fallout from a $167 million verdict against NSO Group and discusses urgent hacktivist threats to U.S. infrastructure. Magee also delves into privacy risks with government apps and outlines the implications of NSA workforce reductions and evolving deepfake technologies. With server room humor, he wraps up a whirlwind of cybersecurity challenges and emerging AI trends.

Monzy Merza, Co-Founder and CEO of Crogl, dives into the pressing issues faced by Chief Information Security Officers in a rapidly evolving AI landscape. The podcast discusses a critical vulnerability in Samsung’s MagicINFO, which is currently being exploited. Malware threats like ClickFix and sophisticated phishing tactics from the Luna Moth Group are highlighted. Merza also emphasizes the need for innovative tools to enhance security analysis, as traditional methods struggle to keep up with increasing cyber threats.

Critical vulnerabilities in a Signal messaging app used by top government officials bring hard-coded credentials to light. A leaked API key from xAI raises questions about security practices. The discussion includes a new SS7 zero-day exploit and the implications of SteelC malware updates. Experts advocate for viewing cybersecurity as a business-wide responsibility, emphasizing effective collaboration and communication. The move towards a passwordless future with Passkeys also highlights innovation in cybersecurity practices.

Discover Joe Bradley’s fascinating journey from aspiring opera singer to Chief Scientist in tech. He reflects on how diverse interests, like music and literature, enhance mathematical intuition. Joe emphasizes the importance of deep exploration in one's field to foster growth and innovation. The conversation also touches on the interplay between science and effective management within teams, highlighting how structured processes can lead to better outcomes and a focus on cybersecurity risks.

Shaked Reiner, Security Principal Security Researcher at CyberArk, dives into the intriguing realm of Agentic AI and its security challenges. He elaborates on how these AI systems can perform autonomous tasks, but also become potential threats through vulnerabilities like prompt injections. Shaked emphasizes treating agent outputs as untrusted code to mitigate risks. The conversation also touches on the vital need for monitoring, auditing, and innovative security strategies to keep pace with the rapidly evolving landscape of AI threats.

The podcast unpacks recent cybersecurity incidents like the Canadian power company's breach and the attempted attack on Harrods. Key insights from the RSA Conference 2025 reveal the vital role of AI in cybersecurity and the need for better networking. Kevin Magee shares energetic interviews with industry leaders discussing innovation, compliance challenges, and startup journeys. Plus, there's a dive into regulatory actions, including the EU's fine on TikTok for GDPR violations, highlighting the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats and solutions.

At RSAC 2025, experts express concerns about AI developing advanced software exploits. A former NSA chief identifies China as a primary threat to U.S. infrastructure. North Korean IT operatives are infiltrating global companies, while France accuses a Russian group of targeting its government. New high-severity vulnerabilities are surfacing, and a Scottish hacker is extradited to the U.S. Meanwhile, emerging malware like Gremlin Stealer poses serious risks. Innovations in cybersecurity are discussed, highlighting the need for continuous adaptation.

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem justifies budget cuts in her RSAC keynote. The EFF pens an open letter to Trump backing Chris Krebs. Scattered Spider is credited with the Marks & Spencer cyberattack. Researchers discover a critical flaw in Apple’s AirPlay protocol. The latest CISA advisories. On our Industry Voices segment, we are joined by Neil Gad, Chief Product and Technology Officer at RealVNC, who is discussing a security-first approach in remote access software development. What do you call an AI chatbot that finished at the bottom of its class in med school? Remember to leave us a 5-star rating and review in your favorite podcast app. Miss an episode? Sign-up for our daily intelligence roundup, Daily Briefing, and you’ll never miss a beat. And be sure to follow CyberWire Daily on LinkedIn. CyberWire Guest On our Industry Voices segment, we are joined by Neil Gad, Chief Product and Technology Officer at RealVNC, who is discussing a security-first approach in remote access software development. Kevin on the Street Joining us this week from RSAC 2025, we have our partner Kevin Magee, Global Director of Cybersecurity Startups at Microsoft for Startups. Stay tuned to the CyberWire Daily podcast for “Kevin on the Street” updates on all things RSAC 2025 from Kevin all week. Today Kevin is joined by Ryan Lasmaili Co-Founder and CEO of Vaultree and Stan Golubchik CEO and co-founder of Contraforce, here are their conversations. You can also catch Kevin on our Microsoft for Startups⁠ Spotlight, brought to you by N2K CyberWire and Microsoft, where we shine a light on innovation, ambition, and the tech trailblazers building the future right from the startup trenches. Kevin and Dave talk with startup veteran and Cygenta co-founder FC about making the leap from hacker to entrepreneur, then speak with three Microsoft for Startups members: Matthew Chiodi⁠ of ⁠Cerby⁠, ⁠Travis Howerton⁠ of ⁠RegScale⁠, and ⁠Karl Mattson⁠ of ⁠Endor Labs⁠. Whether you are building your own startup or just love a good innovation story, https://explore.thecyberwire.com/microsoft-for-startups. Selected Reading DHS Secretary Noem: CISA needs to get back to ‘core mission’ (CyberScoop) Noem calls for reauthorization of cyberthreat information sharing law during RSA keynote (The Record) Cyber experts, Democrats urge Trump administration not to break up cyber coordination in State reorg (CyberScoop) Infosec pros rally against Trump's attack on Chris Krebs (The Register) Scattered Spider Suspected in Major M&S Cyberattack (Hackread) AirPlay Zero-Click RCE Vulnerability Enables Remote Device Takeover via Wi-Fi (Cyber Security News) CISA Adds One Known Exploited Vulnerability to Catalog (CISA) CISA Releases Three Industrial Control Systems Advisories (CISA) Instagram's AI Chatbots Lie About Being Licensed Therapists  (404 Media) Share your feedback. We want to ensure that you are getting the most out of the podcast. Please take a few minutes to share your thoughts with us by completing our brief listener survey as we continually work to improve the show.  Want to hear your company in the show? You too can reach the most influential leaders and operators in the industry. Here’s our media kit. Contact us at cyberwire@n2k.com to request more info. The CyberWire is a production of N2K Networks, your source for strategic workforce intelligence. © N2K Networks, Inc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices