

Risky Business
Patrick Gray
Risky Business is a weekly information security podcast featuring news and in-depth interviews with industry luminaries. Launched in February 2007, Risky Business is a must-listen digest for information security pros. With a running time of approximately 50-60 minutes, Risky Business is pacy; a security podcast without the waffle.
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May 29, 2024 • 1h 2min
Risky Business #750 -- Why Microsoft's Recall is an attacker's best friend
This podcast delves into a major ransomware attack on a Russian delivery company, a supply chain attack targeting US courts, and the risks associated with Microsoft's Recall AI tool. They also discuss a cyber insurance company's findings on the vulnerability of Cisco ASA, along with hacking incidents on Checkpoint firewalls and an Aussie telco. Additionally, the episode covers a healthcare data breach, backdoored software, and the impact of attacking AI models.

May 23, 2024 • 54min
Risky Business #749 -- Google answer to Microsoft's insecurity? Buy Google stuff!
CEO of Tines, Eoin Hinchy, discusses Google's security marketing against Microsoft, Microsoft's creepy AI, UK govt ransom payment controls, a woman running laptop farm for North Korea, Julian Assange's antics, and more.

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May 17, 2024 • 45min
Wide World of Cyber: Krebs and Stamos on How AI Will Change Cybersecurity
AI's growing role in cybersecurity is discussed by Alex Stamos and Chris Krebs, exploring its current implementations, advantages, and limitations. They delve into defensive and offensive AI strategies, global competition, geopolitical implications, and the impact on election security and propaganda efforts.

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May 15, 2024 • 1h 3min
Risky Business #748 -- New cyber rules for US healthcare are coming
Cybersecurity expert Lina Lau discusses the ongoing Ascension healthcare disruption, federal agencies assisting Catholic health networks post-cyberattack, and the necessity of enhanced security measures in the healthcare sector. The podcast also delves into the challenges civil society faces from state cyber actors, rising cyberattacks in healthcare, and the alarming trend of human trafficking victims coerced into scam activities in Southeast Asia.

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May 8, 2024 • 55min
Risky Business #747 -- Lockbit Leader Has A Very Bad Day
Silas Cutler, a long-time infosec researcher, discusses the doxxing of LockbitSupp and the Revil hacker's sentencing. Microsoft's security efforts and flaws in VPN clients are highlighted. The ongoing incident response at Gitlab and cyberattacks by China and Russia are also covered.

May 1, 2024 • 1h 3min
Risky Business #746 – Microsoft takes your security seriously*
This podcast discusses Microsoft's commitment to security, backdoors in Cisco firewalls, tech companies facing government scrutiny, and the sentencing of a hacker. They also touch on the importance of micro-segmentation and the challenges of combating ransomware threats.

Apr 29, 2024 • 42min
Snake Oilers: Push Security, Knocknoc and iVerify
This podcast explores innovative cybersecurity solutions such as browser plugin-based security, dynamic firewalls, and mobile threat hunting. They discuss identity management challenges, streamlining security measures with tools like Knock Knock, and the evolving landscape of mobile security. The creators of Push Security and Knock Knock share insights on their tools' unique features and benefits for organizations.

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Apr 24, 2024 • 45min
Special Edition: Chris Krebs, Alex Stamos and Patrick Gray
Former Facebook CSO Alex Stamos and founding CISA director Chris Krebs discuss global supply chain security challenges, China and Russia's tech control ambitions, and the implications for Western security. The conversation delves into the evolving landscape of technology, military operations, and cybersecurity threats, highlighting the strategic competition between China and the US for technological dominance.

Apr 17, 2024 • 58min
Risky Business #745 – Tales from the PANageddon
Founder of Panther, Jack Naglieri, discusses detection-as-code approaches on a podcast covering Palo Alto's firewall vulnerabilities, Sisense data breach, FISA reauthorization, Apple's India link, and more cybersecurity news.

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Apr 10, 2024 • 0sec
Risky Business #744 -- Ransomware upstarts jostle in Lockbit's absence
Proofpoint’s chief strategy officer Ryan Kalember discusses rising bug prices and geopolitical ransomware attacks. Ukraine cyber chief suspended, x86 microarchitectural issues, and the evolution of cybersecurity 'platforms'.