Wireless Threat Series Podcast

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Bastille Presents: The Wireless Threat Series Podcast Your network perimeter doesn’t end at the firewall—it extends into the air around you. The Wireless Threat Series from Bastille Networks takes you inside an often-overlooked attack surface: the radio frequency (RF) spectrum. From rogue Bluetooth devices and unauthorized IoT sensors to cellular exfiltration and Wi-Fi deauthentication attacks, wireless threats are real, growing, and operating in plain sight. Each episode brings together cybersecurity practitioners, researchers, and industry leaders to break down emerging wireless attack vectors, explore real-world intrusions, and share practical strategies for defending your wireless airspace. Whether you’re securing a Fortune 100 enterprise, a federal agency, or a mission-critical facility, this series delivers the intelligence needed to protect what traditional tools can’t see. Topics include IoT and wearable device risks in the enterprise, insider threats over wireless channels, securing AI data centers from RF-based attacks, wireless security in government and classified environments, and best practices for wireless intrusion detection and response. Because every organization has wireless activity it doesn’t fully see. It’s time to make the invisible visible.

Episodes

  1. Bluetooth Vulnerabilities

    Jun 12 ·  Video

    Bluetooth Vulnerabilities

    This podcast episode dives into Bluetooth vulnerabilities, tracing the evolution from early pranks like bluejacking to sophisticated modern exploits. The hosts explore how Bluetooth's spec has ballooned to nearly 4,000 pages, creating countless implementation flaws. They cover classic attacks like blue snarfing and blue bugging, then examine modern threats including the KNOB attack, BLE spam via devices like Flipper Zero, and Google Fast Pair vulnerabilities. The episode highlights how spec flaws, chipset issues, and patching challenges make Bluetooth security an ongoing battle. Part 1 of 2.

    30 min
  2. Bluetooth Hacking

    Jun 12 ·  Video

    Bluetooth Hacking

    In this final episode of a three-part Bluetooth security series, Adrian Sanabria and Jon Bundy break down practical hacking techniques, covering proximity requirements and specialized hardware needed for attacks. They explore keystroke injection via compromised keyboards, surveillance through headphone microphones, and WhisperPair vulnerabilities that forcibly pair with headsets. The hosts also demonstrate reconnaissance methods and connection hijacking via timing attacks. Their verdict: personal risk is moderate, but enterprises should worry about surveillance and keystroke injection, especially with legacy devices lacking security patches.

    40 min
  3. Bluetooth Foundations

    May 14 ·  Video

    Bluetooth Foundations

    In this episode of the Wireless Threat Series Podcast, hosts Adrian Sanabria and Jon Bundy lay the groundwork on all things Bluetooth. They trace the tech from its 1994 origins through today's v6.2 spec, unpacking the two parallel stacks — Bluetooth Classic and BLE — and how they differ in power, speed, and security. They break down pairing methods, bonding, encryption gaps, and the surprising places Bluetooth shows up beyond your earbuds. Plus: a live sniffing demo.

    31 min
  4. Flipper Zeros

    Apr 21 ·  Video

    Flipper Zeros

    In this episode of the Wireless Threat Podcast, hosts Adrian Sanabria and Jon Bundy explore the Flipper Zero, a popular wireless security testing device. They highlight its user-friendly design and demonstrate capabilities like sub-GHz signal capture, RFID/NFC, Bluetooth, and infrared control. The episode addresses misconceptions, including car theft myths, and discusses risks like Bluetooth spam. While effective as an affordable educational tool, they note its limitations compared to professional equipment.

    22 min
  5. Smartwatches

    Mar 26 ·  Video

    Smartwatches

    Adrian Sanabria and Jon Bundy host the first episode of the Wireless Threat Series podcast, sponsored by Bastille Networks, focusing on smartwatch security risks. They discuss two main categories of threats: consumer risks involving personal data privacy and cloud storage vulnerabilities, and business risks where smartwatches could bypass security policies in no-phone zones. The hosts explore various smartwatch capabilities including WiFi, Bluetooth, cellular, NFC, cameras, and microphones that create potential attack vectors. They examine real-world examples like fitness tracker data leaks through Strava, malicious firmware in children's watches with wiretapping capabilities, and DIY devices that can perform WiFi deauthentication attacks. Key recommendations include evaluating vendor reputation, understanding personal risk tolerance, and updating enterprise security policies to treat smartwatches similarly to phones when they have comparable capabilities. The discussion concludes with threat scores, rating personal risk higher due to PII exposure and business risk as moderate but manageable.

    30 min
  6. Smart Glasses

    Mar 26 ·  Video

    Smart Glasses

    Adrian Sanabria and Jon Bundy explore the emerging security threats and privacy implications of smart glasses in this episode of the Wireless Threat Podcast. They discuss the evolution from Google Glass to modern devices like Meta Ray-Ban glasses, which have sold millions of units. The hosts demonstrate live features including AI assistance, photo/video capture, and language translation capabilities. They examine different categories of smart glasses from basic AI assistants to full augmented reality systems, and discuss detection methods using Bluetooth Low Energy advertising. Key threats covered include covert surveillance capabilities, facial recognition technology, corporate espionage risks, and privacy violations. The conversation includes real-world examples, such as Harvard students creating automated doxxing systems and the US Air Force banning smart glasses from uniformed personnel. The discussion concludes with threat scores, rating personal risk higher due to their potential for abuse, while acknowledging legitimate use cases for accessibility and industrial applications.

    31 min
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Bastille Presents: The Wireless Threat Series Podcast Your network perimeter doesn’t end at the firewall—it extends into the air around you. The Wireless Threat Series from Bastille Networks takes you inside an often-overlooked attack surface: the radio frequency (RF) spectrum. From rogue Bluetooth devices and unauthorized IoT sensors to cellular exfiltration and Wi-Fi deauthentication attacks, wireless threats are real, growing, and operating in plain sight. Each episode brings together cybersecurity practitioners, researchers, and industry leaders to break down emerging wireless attack vectors, explore real-world intrusions, and share practical strategies for defending your wireless airspace. Whether you’re securing a Fortune 100 enterprise, a federal agency, or a mission-critical facility, this series delivers the intelligence needed to protect what traditional tools can’t see. Topics include IoT and wearable device risks in the enterprise, insider threats over wireless channels, securing AI data centers from RF-based attacks, wireless security in government and classified environments, and best practices for wireless intrusion detection and response. Because every organization has wireless activity it doesn’t fully see. It’s time to make the invisible visible.

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