Cybercriminals today operate more like startups than stereotypes—complete with org charts, sprint cycles, and pizza parties to celebrate successful breaches. In this episode of Security Matters, host David Puner talks with former CISO and U.S. Air Force veteran Ian Schneller about the evolving sophistication of threat actors and what it takes to stay ahead. From zero-day vulnerabilities and machine identity risks to AI-powered attacks and insider threats, Ian shares practical strategies drawn fr...
Aug 12, 2025•40 min
What does "secure by default" really mean—and is it enough? In this episode of CyberArk’s Security Matters , host David Puner sits down with Scott Barronton, Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at Diebold Nixdorf, to explore the often-overlooked risks of cloud default settings and how assumptions can lead to vulnerabilities. Drawing on over 25 years in cybersecurity, Scott shares how he balances product and corporate security, leads a global team, and chairs his company’s AI steering commi...
Jul 29, 2025•41 min
What does it take to stay calm in the face of constant cyber pressure—and why does that mindset matter more than ever? In this episode of Security Matters, host David Puner speaks with Den Jones, founder and CEO of 909Cyber, about his transition from enterprise chief security officer (CSO) to cybersecurity consultant. They explore what it means to lead with clarity and composure in a high-stakes environment, the realities of launching a firm in a crowded market, and how pragmatic security strate...
Jul 15, 2025•46 min
In this episode of Security Matters, host David Puner sits down with Deepak Taneja, co-founder of Zilla Security and General Manager of Identity Governance at CyberArk, to explore why 2025 marks a pivotal moment for identity security. From the explosion of machine identities—now outnumbering human identities 80 to 1—to the convergence of IGA, PAM, and AI-driven automation, Deepak shares insights from his decades-long career at the forefront of identity innovation. Listeners will learn: Why legac...
Jun 26, 2025•36 min
In this episode of Security Matters , host David Puner sits down with Marene Allison, former Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) of Johnson & Johnson, for a candid and wide-ranging conversation on trust, identity, and leadership in cybersecurity. From securing global vaccine supply chains during the COVID-19 pandemic to navigating the rise of AI and machine identities, Marene shares hard-earned insights from her decades-long career in national security and the private sector. They expl...
Jun 11, 2025•42 min
In this episode of Security Matters, host David Puner welcomes Kevin Bocek, CyberArk SVP of Innovation, for an insightful discussion on the critical role of machine identity in modern cybersecurity. As digital environments become increasingly complex, securing machine identities has never been more crucial. According to the CyberArk 2025 Identity Security Landscape , machine identities now outnumber human identities by more than 80 to 1. As organizations scale cloud workloads and automation, the...
May 28, 2025•45 min
In this episode of Security Matters, host David Puner sits down with Eric Olden, co-founder and CEO of Strata Identity, and a pioneer in modern identity management. Eric shares his career journey, from founding Simplified to leading Oracle's global identity division, and discusses the critical importance of resilience in identity systems. Discover how organizations can eliminate single points of failure, test their backup plans and ensure their digital operations remain robust even in the face o...
May 15, 2025•45 min
In this episode of Security Matters, host David Puner, dives into the world of evolving cyberthreats with Bryan Murphy, Senior Director of CyberArk's Incident Response Team. Imagine a scenario where an attacker uses AI-generated deepfakes to impersonate your company's VP of finance, gaining unauthorized access to your environment. Bryan Murphy shares insights on how these sophisticated attacks are turning identity into the attack surface and why your first line of defense might be as simple as a...
Apr 30, 2025•37 min
In this episode of the Security Matters podcast, host David Puner sits down with Lior Yaari, CEO and co-founder of Grip Security, for a discussion that covers the concept of identity debt and its implications for modern cybersecurity. Lior shares insights from his experience in Israel's elite Unit 8200 and explains why identity is now the new security perimeter. They delve into the challenges organizations face in managing SaaS applications, the impact of generative AI on cybersecurity and the i...
Apr 09, 2025•33 min
Imagine receiving an urgent email from your bank that looks perfectly legitimate. It warns you of a suspicious transaction and prompts you to verify your identity. You hesitate but click, and suddenly, your credentials are compromised. This scenario, crafted by AI-powered fraud-as-a-service, is happening now. In this episode of the Security Matters podcast, host David Puner is joined by Blair Cohen, Founder and President of AuthenticID, to discuss the evolving identity threat landscape. They exp...
Mar 28, 2025•30 min
In this episode of the Security Matters podcast, host David Puner is joined by Lavi Lazarovitz, Vice President of Cyber Research at CyberArk Labs, to explore the transformative impact of AI agents on cybersecurity and automation. They discuss real-world scenarios where AI agents monitor security logs, flag anomalies, and automate responses, highlighting both the opportunities and risks associated with these advanced technologies. Lavi shares insights into the evolution of AI agents, from chatbot...
Mar 13, 2025•38 min
In this episode of Security Matters, we dive into the world of retail technology and cybersecurity. Imagine a bustling retail chain during its busiest shopping season, only to be disrupted by a cyberattack. Our guest, Jason James, Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Aptos Retail, shares his insights with host David Puner on how to stay ahead of these threats. Discover the strategies for building cyber resilience, the role of AI in retail, the importance of protecting consumer trust and the critic...
Feb 27, 2025•48 min
In the inaugural episode of the Security Matters podcast, host David Puner dives into the world of AI security with CyberArk Labs' Principal Cyber Researcher, Eran Shimony. Discover how FuzzyAI is revolutionizing the protection of large language models (LLMs) by identifying vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them. Learn about the challenges of securing generative AI and the innovative techniques used to stay ahead of threats. Tune in for an insightful discussion on the future of AI sec...
Feb 12, 2025•35 min
Welcome to Security Matters , the next evolution of CyberArk’s podcast. Previously known as Trust Issues , this show has always brought expert insights into the world of identity security. Hosted by David Puner, Senior Editorial Manager at CyberArk, Security Matters refines its focus to emphasize a proactive approach to cybersecurity. The podcast will delve into the principle of "Think like an attacker," highlighting the importance of staying ahead of threats rather than merely reacting to them....
Feb 07, 2025•2 min
In this episode of Trust Issues, host David Puner dives into the recent high-profile cyberattack on the U.S. Treasury Department. Joined by Andy Thompson, CyberArk Labs' Senior Offensive Research Evangelist, and Joe Garcia, CyberArk’s Principal DevOps Solutions Engineer, they explore the timeline, details and implications of the attack. Discover proactive security recommendations, insights into zero-day vulnerabilities and the broader impact on federal cybersecurity. Tune in to learn how to help...
Jan 23, 2025•26 min•Ep. 70
In this episode of the Trust Issues podcast, host David Puner dives into the complexities of secrets management with Ritesh Desai, General Manager at AWS Secrets Manager. They discuss the evolving landscape of secrets management, emphasizing the importance of a multi-layered defense strategy as organizations increasingly adopt cloud services, digital transformation and agile development practices. Ritesh highlights the critical role of machine identities in managing secrets and the growing signi...
Jan 17, 2025•39 min•Ep. 69
In this episode, Trust Issues host David Puner wraps up 2024 with a conversation with Red Hat’s Field CTO Ambassador E.G. Nadhan about the future of cybersecurity. They discuss the importance of cloud security principles, the impact of emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing, and the challenges of managing machine identities. Nadhan emphasizes the need for organizations to prepare for future security challenges by understanding the attacker mindset and taking proactive steps today to...
Dec 26, 2024•41 min•Ep. 68
In this episode of the Trust Issues podcast, host David Puner sits down with Andrew Shikiar , the Executive Director and CEO of the FIDO Alliance , to discuss the critical issues surrounding password security and the innovative solutions being developed to address them. Andrew highlights the vulnerabilities of traditional passwords, their susceptibility to phishing and brute force attacks, and the significant advancements in passwordless authentication methods, particularly passkeys. He explains...
Dec 06, 2024•35 min•Ep. 67
In this episode of Trust Issues, host David Puner interviews James Imanian, Senior Director of the U.S. Federal Technology Office at CyberArk. They discuss the critical topic of election security, focusing on the recent 2024 U.S. presidential election. Drawing from his extensive background in cybersecurity including a career in the Navy and a stint at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, James brings a wealth of experience to the conversation, which explores AI's impact on election security...
Nov 21, 2024•38 min•Ep. 66
In this episode of the Trust Issues podcast, host David Puner and David Lee, aka “The Identity Jedi,” delve into the evolving landscape of identity security. They discuss the critical challenges and advancements in securing both human and machine identities. Lee shares insights on the fear and misconceptions surrounding AI, drawing parallels to pop culture references like Marvel's Jarvis. They explore the potential of autonomous AI in monitoring and managing security tasks, emphasizing the need ...
Nov 08, 2024•42 min•Ep. 65
In this episode of the Trust Issues Podcast, host David Puner sits down with CyberArk's resident technical evangelist, white hat hacker and transhuman, Len Noe. They dive into Len's singular journey from a black hat hacker to an ethical hacker, exploring his identity reinvention and the fascinating world of subdermal microchip implants and offensive security. Len shares insights from his new book, "Human Hacked: My Life and Lessons as the World's First Augmented Ethical Hacker," which releases o...
Oct 23, 2024•50 min•Ep. 64
In this episode of Trust Issues, host David Puner welcomes back Lavi Lazarovitz, Vice President of Cyber Research at CyberArk Labs, for a discussion covering the latest developments in generative AI and the emerging cyberthreats associated with it. Lavi shares insights on how machine identities are becoming prime targets for threat actors and discusses the innovative research being conducted by CyberArk Labs to understand and mitigate these risks. The conversation also touches on the concept of ...
Oct 09, 2024•37 min•Ep. 63
In this episode of the Trust Issues podcast, host David Puner sits down with Jeff Reich, Executive Director of the Identity Defined Security Alliance (IDSA), a nonprofit that provides vendor-neutral guidance on identity-centric security strategies to help organizations reduce the risk of identity-related attacks. They explore the evolution of digital identity, discussing how it has transformed from simple identifiers to complex, multifaceted digital identities for both humans and machines. In to...
Sep 25, 2024•46 min•Ep. 62
Aaron Painter, CEO of Nametag, joins host David Puner for a conversation that covers several key themes, including the inadequacies of current identity verification methods, the rise of deep fakes and AI-generated fraud – and the importance of preventing identity fraud rather than merely detecting it. Aaron discusses the role of advanced technologies like cryptography, biometrics and AI in improving identity verification. He also highlights the critical issue of social engineering attacks at hel...
Sep 11, 2024•31 min•Ep. 61
In this episode of the Trust Issues podcast, Roland Cloutier, who served as TikTok's Global Chief Security Officer (CSO) from April 2020 to September 2022, joins host David Puner for a discussion that covers his extensive experience in the field of security. He previously held similar roles at ADP and EMC and is now a partner at the Business Protection Group. Roland discusses his challenges in protecting sensitive data at TikTok, the social media platform with over 1 billion active users. He als...
Aug 27, 2024•45 min•Ep. 60
In this episode of the Trust Issues podcast, Debashis Singh and host David Puner explore the intricate world of digital transformation and identity security. Debashis, the Global CIO at Persistent Systems, shares his frontline insights on the singular challenges and strategies organizations face on their digital transformation journeys. The conversation highlights the importance of integrating identity security into digital initiatives, ensuring compliance – and protecting against the evolving c...
Aug 13, 2024•38 min•Ep. 59
In this episode of Trust Issues, we dig into the recent the global IT outage caused by a CrowdStrike software update, which impacted millions of Microsoft Windows endpoints and disrupted many sectors. This "black swan" event highlights, among other things, the importance of preparedness, adaptability and robust crisis management. CyberArk Global Chief Information Officer (CIO) Omer Grossman discusses with host David Puner the outage's ramifications, the shaking of trust in technology – and the c...
Jul 30, 2024•28 min•Ep. 58
In this episode of the Trust Issues podcast, we explore the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on identity security. Guest Peretz Regev, CyberArk’s Chief Product Officer, joins host David Puner, for a discussion about how AI is reshaping cyber protection, offering solutions that are as intelligent as they are intuitive. With the ability to predict threats and adapt with unprecedented agility, AI is ushering in a new era of proactive security. Regev shares insights into the com...
Jul 23, 2024•32 min•Ep. 57
In the latest episode of the Trust Issues podcast, the focus is on the criticality of time in organizational security. The conversation with host David Puner and guest Katherine Mowen, SVP of Information Security at Rate (formerly Guaranteed Rate), highlights the importance of swift decision-making and prompt threat response. They discuss the role of just-in-time (JIT) access and AI in accelerating response times, as well as the ever-evolving threat landscape that requires constant vigilance. Th...
Jul 10, 2024•33 min•Ep. 56
In this episode of Trust Issues, Daniel Schwartzer, CyberArk's Chief Product Technologist and leader of the company’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center of Excellence, joins host David Puner for a conversation that explores AI's transformative impact on identity and access management (IAM). Schwartzer discusses how CyberArk's AI Center of Excellence is equipping the R&D team to innovate continuously and stay ahead of AI-enabled threats. Learn about the future of AI in IAM, the role of AI in...
Jun 25, 2024•36 min•Ep. 55
