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Every two weeks, host Amy Ciminnisi brings on a new guest from Talos or the broader Cisco Security world to break down a complicated security topic. We cover everything from breaking news to attacker trends and emerging threats.

  1. 7 мая

    The trust paradox: How attackers weaponize legitimate SaaS platforms

    In this episode of Talos Takes, Amy Ciminnisi sits down with researcher Diana Brown to discuss the rise of "platform-as-a-proxy" (PAP) attacks. We explore how threat actors are weaponizing legitimate SaaS platforms like GitHub and Jira to deliver phishing campaigns that bypass traditional security filters. By leveraging the platforms' own infrastructure to send authenticated emails, attackers are exploiting the inherent trust employees place in these essential business tools. We break down the mechanics of these campaigns and provide actionable strategies for security teams to move beyond binary trust and implement contextual awareness to better protect their organizations. Blog: https://blog.talosintelligence.com/weaponizing-saas-notification-pipelines/

    21 мин.

  2. 21 апр.

    It's not you, it's your printer: State-sponsored and phishing threats in 2025

    In this episode, we unpack state-sponsored and phishing trends from the 2025 Talos Year in Review. Amy and Martin Lee explore the alarming rise of internal phishing campaigns that bypass traditional perimeter defenses, including the widespread weaponization of Microsoft 365's Direct Send feature. Beyond simple phishing, we analyze the aggressive, blended operations of state-sponsored actors from China and North Korea who are combining high-level zero-day exploits with sophisticated social engineering. From the "Dear Leader" interview test to the reality of fake developer personas, we break down exactly how these adversaries are infiltrating modern organizations.  2025 Year in Review report: https://blog.talosintelligence.com/2025yearinreview/

    29 мин.

  3. 7 апр.

    2025's ransomware trends and zombie vulnerabilities

    In this episode, Amy and Pierre Cadieux unpack the ransomware and vulnerability trends that defined 2025. From the persistent ransomware threats targeting the manufacturing sector to the rise of stealthy "living off the land" tactics, we break down what these shifts mean for your defense strategy. Why are attackers are increasingly targeting your management infrastructure? How do you spot the difference between a system admin and a threat actor? Tune in to hear Talos' insights on how to move beyond reacting to threats and start building a more resilient, proactive security posture for the year ahead.  View the 2025 Year in Review here: https://blog.talosintelligence.com/2025yearinreview/

    22 мин.

  4. 26 мар.

    Cybersecurity’s double-header: 2025 insights from Talos and Splunk

    In this episode of Talos Takes, Amy is joined by William Largent (Cisco Talos) and Lou Stella (Splunk) for a "double-header" discussion. With the recent release of the Cisco Talos 2025 Year in Review and the Splunk Top 50 Cybersecurity Threats report, we’re breaking down the most critical trends that shaped the security landscape last year — all based on Cisco telemetry, Talos' original research, and Talos Incident Response engagements. From the professionalization of ransomware-as-a-service to the persistent challenge of decade-old vulnerabilities, this episode moves beyond the headlines to provide a practical roadmap for defenders. You’ll get tips on how to prioritize your defenses and reduce your attack surface for the year ahead. Talos 2025 Year in Review: https://blog.talosintelligence.com/2025yearinreview/ Splunk Top 50 Cybersecurity Threats: https://www.splunk.com/en_us/campaigns/top-50-security-threats.html

    32 мин.

  5. 12 мар.

    Modernizing your threat hunt

    In this episode of Talos Takes, David Bianco from Cisco Foundation AI joins Amy to demystify the world of proactive cyber defense. We explore the evolution of the PEAK Threat Hunting framework and talk through how security teams can modernize their approach to identifying risks before they escalate. David also provides an exclusive look at a new open-source tool designed to help hunters navigate the "prepare" phase of PEAK with ease.  Whether you are building a new program from scratch or looking to refine your existing strategy, take a listen for actionable advice to help you take that next step in your security journey. PEAK Threat Hunting Assistant: https://blogs.cisco.com/security/introducing-peak-threat-hunting-assistant GitHub: https://github.com/cisco-foundation-ai/PEAK-Assistant

    23 мин.

  6. 26 февр.

    Holding the line: Service provider security

    Service providers are the backbone of modern connectivity — but why are they such attractive targets for cyber actors, and what happens when critical networks go down? In this episode, Martin Lee joins Amy to explore the shifting threat landscape for service providers, asking how defenders can spot silent intrusions, what trade-offs must be considered when patching, and how industry collaboration helps prevent widespread disruptions. Join us as we unpack real-world examples and offer practical insights into protecting the infrastructure that keeps our world connected. Video: Footholds in Infrastructure: Protecting Service Providers

    29 мин.

  7. 12 февр.

    IR Trends Q4 2025: Ransomware chills and phishing heats up

    What separates organizations that successfully fend off ransomware from those that don’t? What were the top threats facing organizations? Can we (pretty please) get a sneak peek into the 2025 Year in Review? Amy is joined by Dave Liebenberg, Strategic Analysis Team Lead, to break down key findings from Q4 2025's Cisco Talos Incident Response Quarterly Trends Report. From the top threats facing organizations — like the persistent exploitation of public-facing applications and the rise of new vulnerabilities such as Oracle EBS and React2Shell — to the unexpected drop in ransomware cases, this episode is packed with useful info.  Episode resources: Q4 2025 Quarterly Trends Report: https://blog.talosintelligence.com/ir-trends-q4-2025/ Qilin blog: https://blog.talosintelligence.com/uncovering-qilin-attack-methods-exposed-through-multiple-cases/ Cybersecurity on a Budget blog: https://blog.talosintelligence.com/cybersecurity-on-a-budget-strategies-for-an-economic-downturn/

    14 мин.

  8. 28 янв.

    Cracking the code: What encryption can (and can’t) do for you

    Step into the fascinating world of cryptography. Host Amy Ciminnisi sits down with Yuri Kramarz from Cisco Talos Incident Response and Tim Wadhwa-Brown from Cisco Customer Experience to learn what encryption really accomplishes, where it leaves gaps, and when defenders need to take proactive measures. Whether you’re picturing classic codebreakers or the latest quantum-proof ciphers, this episode unpacks the essentials: what encryption and hashing actually mean, why key management is a make-or-break factor, and how even the best algorithms can fall short if the basics aren’t handled right. G7's "Coordinating the Transition to Post-Quantum Cryptography in the Financial Sector" roadmap: https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sb0355

    28 мин.
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