In this Infosecurity podcast episode, the team dive into the details of Donald Trump's June 2025 Cybersecurity Executive Order (EO). This EO revises previous orders from both Barack Obama and Joe Biden, while also removing a host of requirements from Biden's January 2025 EO. From software supply chains and quantum computing to the research and testing of AI for cyber defense, this new order covers a wide array of critical cybersecurity topics. To unpack the details of the latest EO We sit down w...
Jul 14, 2025•32 min
In this episode of the Infosecurity Magazine podcast we dive into the exciting world of Infosecurity Europe. Two veteran cybersecurity pros share their expert advice on how to get the most out of your visit to one of the industry's premier events. Heather Lowrie, former CISO and co-founder of Resilionix, and Jon Davies, Director - Cyber, KPMG share their perspectives on emerging cybersecurity themes to expect at the event and their reflections on how Infosecurity Europe has evolved over the year...
May 20, 2025•25 min
In this episode of Infosecurity Magazine's podcast, we delve into the critical realm of vulnerability management, exploring the pivotal roles played by two US government-funded security programs that today are under pressure as vulnerability reporting explodes. Join us as we discus the latest developments involving the National Vulnerability Database (NVD), operated by a dedicated team within NIST, which has been under pressure for the last 12 months. We’ll also touch on the recent uncertainty r...
Apr 22, 2025•54 min
With 4.3 million devices infected and 3.9 billion stolen passwords shared by hackers, infostealers have emerged as one of the dominant malware threats of 2024. According to recent reports from Kela and Huntress, these stealthy attackers are now involved in one in four cyber-attacks, making them a major concern for individuals and organizations alike. In our latest podcast episode, we take a closer look at the rise of infostealers and what you can do to protect yourself from these insidious threa...
Mar 16, 2025•40 min
Listen to this episode of the Infosecurity Magazine podcast for your comprehensive guide to Infosecurity Europe 2024, taking place at the Excel London from 2-6 June. This episode dives deep into Europe's leading information security event, featuring insights from seasoned attendees Paul Watts, Distinguished Analyst and vCISO at the Information Security Forum, and Mun Vajil, CISO at Trainline. Listen to learn: • What Infosecurity Europe is all about and how to register. • Proven strategies to max...
May 21, 2024•32 min
This episode of the Infosecurity Magazine Podcast dives deep into the recent cyber-attack on Change Healthcare, a major player in US healthcare billing and data. The attack's impact went beyond data breaches, disrupting prescriptions, payments, and causing significant financial losses. Hear from: Wes Wright, Chief Healthcare Officer at Ordr, (08.37) who explains how the attack rippled through the healthcare system. Victor Acin, Head of Threat Intel at Outpost24, (26.00) who sheds light on the ra...
May 07, 2024•44 min
Operation Cronos took the cybersecurity world by storm as law enforcement disrupted one of the most prolific ransomware gangs in the world. Now the dust has settled it’s time for a first assessment of the takedown’s impact on the LockBit ransomware group. In this episode, the Infosecurity Magazine team goes behind the scenes of the law enforcement operation with Prodaft, a threat intelligence company that collaborated with the FBI, the NCA, and Europol to take down the group’s infrastructure. We...
Apr 08, 2024•48 min
Big corporations are tightening their cyber defenses, making small and medium businesses (SMEs) a tempting target for cybercriminals. This episode of Infosecurity Magazine’s podcast dives into the growing threat landscape for SMEs and explores the potential consequences of an attack. Guests include: • Simon Whittaker, CEO of Vertical Structure (07.35) • Gill Thomas, Director of Engagement, Capacity and Resilience Program at the Global Cyber Alliance (33.15)
Feb 28, 2024•47 min
This year’s Data Privacy Week campaign carries the theme ‘take control of your data,’ underlying the scale of personal information being collected and used online by businesses. In this episode, we analyze growing consumer awareness and concern about the use of their personal data online, and practical steps businesses can take to improve trust and transparency in this area. This includes creating ‘value exchange’ with customers around using their personal data. We also delve into the impact of ...
Jan 24, 2024•39 min
In this episode of the Infosecurity Magazine podcast, we take a look back at 2023 and explore some of the most significant cybersecurity trends and topics that have shaped the industry this year. We discuss the growing cyber skills gap, the increasing use of AI in both offensive and defensive cybersecurity operations, and the emerging threats posed by AI-powered tools like ChatGPT. We also feature an interview with Brad LePorte of LionFish Tech Advisors, who shares his insights on the future of ...
Dec 11, 2023•39 min
In November the UK hosted its first ever AI Safety Summit, less than one year after OpenAI released ChatGPT, its revolutionary generative AI-powered chatbot. In this episode, we delve into the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, exploring the implications of recent developments and announcements from governments, tech companies, and industry bodies around the globe. Join us as we dissect the key takeaways from the AI Safety Summit and examine how these advancements impact the cybe...
Nov 20, 2023•49 min
Phishing has been a prominent topic in cyber for many years, but attackers have become more sophisticated in their approaches, assisted by generative AI and deepfake technologies. During this episode to mark the 20th anniversary of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the Infosecurity Magazine team discuss new trends relating to this vector, and how awareness training and guidance needs to be reviewed and updated in response. Two experts from the field of academia share their thoughts and new research...
Oct 26, 2023•43 min
This episode of the Infosecurity Magazine podcast focuses on the cybersecurity skills gap and how to bridge the divide. We discuss the challenges of recruiting and retaining cybersecurity talent, as well as the innovative solutions that are being developed to address the problem. We also speak to MK Palmore, Vice President of Cyversity, about his work to increase diversity in the cybersecurity workforce and why diversity of thought is vital to the cybersecurity landscape.
Sep 14, 2023•38 min
Despite a general slowdown of ransomware attacks in in 2022 we are now experiencing a resurgence of ransomware activities. In this episode, the Infosecurity Magazine team discuss some of the research recently published by threat analysts in the ransomware space and what it is demonstrating about how threat actors are evolving their approaches in 2023. This includes interviews with two cybersecurity experts who have uncovered critical new insights into the evolution of ransomware. Guests include:...
Aug 01, 2023•43 min
Join the Infosecurity Magazine team and guests as they plunge into the heart of a devastating cyber-attack that has impacted the likes of BBC, PwC, and Schneider Electric. In this episode, we delve deep into the world of supply chain attacks, and where the notorious Clop ransomware group capitalizes on a hidden weakness in MOVEit Transfer—a trusted file transfer solution used by thousands of companies. In an interview with Secureworks, one of the first cybersecurity firms to sound the alarm, we ...
Jul 04, 2023•45 min
Infosecurity Europe is Europe's leading cybersecurity event, and this year's show is no exception. In this podcast episode hear about some of the key conference sessions, activities and must-see attractions at the 2023 event. The Infosecurity Magazine editorial team also highlight some of the biggest cybersecurity themes at discussion topics that will be important for information security professionals to educate themselves on and will hear about at Infosecurity Europe. Finally, Brian Honan, CEO...
Jun 05, 2023•40 min
Since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022 the cybersecurity world has been abuzz with talk of AI and its usefulness as well as the threat it poses. In this episode of the podcast the team discuss how cybersecurity vendors are leveraging AI, what threats AI has brought to the technology landscape and what to be cautious of when using large language models. Beth Maundrill also sits down with Sergey Shykevich, Threat Intelligence Group Manager at Check Point Research, to dispel some of the myths...
May 17, 2023•39 min
The RSA conference in San Francisco is back this month and the editorial team will be crossing the pond to join the cybersecurity community at the largest North America cyber event. During this episode of the podcast, Beth Maundrill and James Coker discuss what they think will be the biggest talking points at RSA 2023 and some of the sessions that have caught their eye. Expect to hear a lot about government initiatives including President Biden’s National Cybersecurity Strategy and how Federal a...
Apr 13, 2023•39 min
February 24, 2023 will mark 12 months since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began but the cyber war began months, if not years, before the kinetic attack began. In this episode of the podcast the team discuss how the war has had an impact on the cyber threat landscape, how Russian-affiliated actors have behaved over the last 12 months and the tactics that have appeared. Kevin Poireault will discuss the findings from a recent report from Google’s Threat Analysis Group which found that Russian cyb...
Feb 21, 2023•30 min
January marks Data Privacy Week, a global campaign to spread awareness about online privacy, and the team dives into current state of data privacy and related regulation, including, of course, GDPR. In addition, Valerie Lyons, COO at BH Consulting shares her expertise on data privacy and speaks to James Coker the real-world impact of data privacy legislation, how she expects the development of AI, including ChatGPT, to affect our online privacy over the coming years and why organizations need to...
Jan 26, 2023•42 min
Jen Ellis is a well-known member of the cybersecurity community both in the US and the UK. She spent over a decade employed at the cybersecurity company Rapid7 and is now an independent cybersecurity advocate who is working to improve public safety in cyber by collaborating and advising policymakers and government bodies. During this discussion Beth and Jen speak about how the cybersecurity community can have an impact on cybersecurity related regulation and legislation, both in the UK and abroa...
Jan 19, 2023•54 min
In this month's episode of the IntoSecurity podcast the team review the year that was 2022 and highlight some of the top trends in cybersecurity and how to prepare for the next 12 months. Hear from Aaron Webb Senior Product Marketing Manager, Security at Jamf, who gives his views on the threat landscape and what businesses can do to prepare for 2023. Later James Coker speaks to Larry Whiteside Jr, a CISO and co-founder of Cyversity, about the most interesting developments he’s observed in cybers...
Dec 14, 2022•47 min
As we approach a crucial season for the retail industry, with the holiday season upon us and the famous (or infamous) Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping days around the corner, consumers are littered with deals and offers. Sadly, as previous years have shown, this provides huge opportunities for cyber-criminals and fraudsters to strike, such as posing as well-known brands with fake offers. During this podcast we’ll hear from CISA’s Deputy Mission Coordinator for Threat Hunting, Jillian Rucke...
Nov 23, 2022•45 min
In this episode, Beth Maundrill is joined by Dr. Jason Nurse, Associate Professor in Cyber Security at the University of Kent, and a Visiting Academic at the University of Oxford. Join the conversation as they discuss routes into cybersecurity academia, practical advice on corporate communications following a cyber-incident and Jason’s research with RUSI on the state of cyber insurance market today. Resources discussed: A framework for effective corporate communication after cyber security incid...
Nov 16, 2022•44 min
Into Security Podcast Episode 40, Brought to You by Tufin by Infosecurity Magazine
Oct 25, 2022•44 min
Teacher, entrepreneur and woman in tech, Jan Carrol talks to us about her journey into cybersecurity, her view of the cyber-security skills gap and how she took the leap of faith to set up her own company, the Fortify Institute. Jan’s work includes rolling out initiatives to up-skill jobseekers, delivering diplomas in cybersecurity and is passionate about getting more women back into the workplace after they have taken a break. As someone who is not able to say no, Jan is involved in a number of...
Oct 11, 2022•36 min
In this month's episode of the IntoSecurity podcast, Beth Maundrill and James Coker analyze Insider Threats as September is National Insider Threats Awareness Month. James also speaks to Lisa Forte, Partner at Red Goat Cyber Security, about recent research into insider threats, how to identify them and what steps businesses should take towards creating an effective insider threat policy.
Sep 27, 2022•30 min
Ian Murphy, founder of CyberOff, talks about how he uses humor and stand-up to get people engaged with cybersecurity training and cyber awareness and why putting people first is key for a successful cyber training strategy. Having had dreams of a football career, Ian tells the story of how his interest in all things technical during the 1970s and ‘80s led him down the pay of cyber security. Ian shares his opinions on the good, the bad and the ugly of the cyber industry today, no holds barred. Ia...
Sep 08, 2022•45 min
In this month's episode of the IntoSecurity podcast, James and Benjamin discuss long-standing Infosecurity Magazine's Editor Eleanor Dallaway's departure and review the recent Infosecurity Europe conference in London
Jul 03, 2022•20 min
Javvad Malik tells us who should get married, snogged and killed if he was pitched against his Host Unknown podcast co-hosts, Thom Langford and Andrew Agnes. Javvad and Eleanor chew the fat about Javvad’s journey from end-user to analyst to vendor and they get serious about burnout and mental health in the cybersecurity industry (oh, and they debate information security versus cybersecurity).
Jun 17, 2022•39 min