Welcome to another episode of "Talking Security - Let's Talk!" 🚀 This month, we bring you the latest cybersecurity updates, breaking news, and expert insights to keep you informed and ahead of threats. 🔹 Topics in this episode: ✅ Safer Internet Day 2025 – Promoting a safer online world for everyone ✅ DeepSeek Database Leak – Exposing sensitive chat history & backend data ✅ Defender for Endpoint & Office – New reporting and security enhancements ✅ Defender for Identity – Improved attack...
Feb 17, 2025•41 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast 🎧 Welcome to the latest episode of "Talking Security" - Let's Talk series! Join your host, Frans Oudendorp, and co-host Pouyan Khabazi, as they dive into the crucial advancements and developments in cybersecurity over the past two months. 🕵️♂️ In this episode, we cover: - DORA Giveaway: All about the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), now enforced. - Defender for Office 365 LLM: Breaking down new threat classification details - https://www.linkedin.com/posts/markolauren_defenderforoff...
Jan 25, 2025•36 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Join us for the inaugural episode of "Let's Talk," a new series within the Talking Security podcast, where hosts Pouyan Khabazi and Frans Oudendorp delve into the latest updates from Microsoft Ignite 2024. In this episode, we cover the groundbreaking advancements in Microsoft Security products, including updates to Defender for Cloud, the launch of Defender for APIs, and new capabilities in Microsoft Entra and Microsoft XDR. Discover how these innovations will shape the future of cybersecurity, ...
Dec 16, 2024•50 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast In this engaging episode of the TalkingSecurity podcast – DevSecOps series, host Frans Oudendorp, along with co-hosts Pouyan Khabazi and Sander ten Brinke, sits down online with special guest April Yoho from GitHub. Together, they explore April's unique journey in the DevSecOps field, delve into the world of GitHub and GitHub Advanced Security, and discuss the transformative impact of Copilot. Tune in for an insightful conversation packed with practical tips and expert advice, perfect for anyone...
Oct 30, 2024•44 min•Ep 8•Transcript available on Metacast In the sixth episode of the "Security MVP Insights" series on the TalkingSecurity podcast, hosts Frans Oudendorp and Pouyan Khabazi welcome special guests Pablo Chacon and Katie Ryckman. Both esteemed professionals at Microsoft, Pablo and Katie lead the Customer Connection Program (CCP), playing a pivotal role in fostering collaboration between the community, MVPs, and Microsoft. During this insightful episode, Pablo and Katie delve into their work with the CCP, sharing how they bridge the gap b...
Oct 01, 2024•46 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast In this compelling follow-up episode of the Talking Security podcast, hosts Sander ten Brinke, Pouyan Khabazi, and Frans Oudendorp delve into the crucial aspects of monitoring infrastructure and identity within the DevSecOps framework. Building on our previous discussion, this episode provides a thorough exploration of best practices for securing your infrastructure and managing identities to maintain a robust security posture. Topics covered in this episode include: - Key components of infrastr...
Sep 11, 2024•39 min•Ep 7•Transcript available on Metacast In the fifth episode of the "Security MVP Insights" series on the TalkingSecurity podcast, hosts Frans Oudendorp and Pouyan Khabazi engage in a captivating discussion with special guest Mona Ghadiri. Mona, a highly experienced cybersecurity professional, currently holds the position of Director of Product Management at BlueVoyant and is a distinguished Microsoft MVP in Security. In this episode, Mona shares her professional journey, her pivotal role at BlueVoyant, and her significant contributio...
Aug 29, 2024•48 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast Join hosts Frans Oudendorp and Pouyan Khabazi in the fourth episode of the "Security MVP Insights" series on the TalkingSecurity podcast for a compelling and informative discussion. This episode features special guest Gianni Castaldi, a renowned cybersecurity expert and Microsoft MVP, who shares his deep insights into the intricacies of today's cybersecurity landscape. In this engaging conversation, Gianni delves into his journey to becoming a Microsoft Security MVP, discusses his primary areas ...
Aug 07, 2024•45 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast Join hosts Frans Oudendorp and Pouyan Khabazi for the third episode of the "Security MVP Insights" series on the TalkingSecurity podcast. This time, they are joined by the esteemed cybersecurity expert and Microsoft MVP, Mattias Borg, for an in-depth exploration of today's cybersecurity landscape. In this episode, Mattias shares his expertise and insights, offering listeners a deeper understanding of the complexities and challenges faced in the cybersecurity field. From his journey as a Microsof...
Jul 24, 2024•50 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast In the second episode of the "Security MVP Insights" series on the TalkingSecurity podcast, hosts Frans Oudendorp and Pouyan Khabazi are back with another insightful discussion. This time, they are joined by Thijs Lecomte, a distinguished cybersecurity expert and Microsoft MVP, to delve into the complexities of today's cybersecurity environment. Don’t miss this engaging and informative conversation with Thijs. Subscribe to our podcast and stay tuned for more episodes in the "Security MVP Insight...
Jul 11, 2024•42 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to the premiere episode of "Security MVP Insights," where we sit down with leading Microsoft Security MVPs from around the world to explore the dynamic landscape of cybersecurity. In this first episode, we are thrilled to feature Sanna Diana Tomren, a distinguished Microsoft Security MVP known for her extensive expertise and innovative approach to tackling cybersecurity challenges. Join us as Sanna shares her journey in the field of cybersecurity, shedding light on the pressing global an...
Jun 27, 2024•43 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast In this insightful episode of the Talking Security podcast, we turn our focus to the Monitor phase of the DevSecOps cycle. Hosts Sander ten Brinke, Pouyan Khabazi, and Frans Oudendorp guide you through the intricacies of continuous monitoring, providing an in-depth analysis of how to effectively observe and respond to threats in real-time. This episode of our DevSecOps series will cover: An overview of the Monitor phase in DevSecOps Strategies for setting up robust monitoring systems Techniques ...
Jun 17, 2024•43 min•Ep 6•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode of the Talking Security podcast, we delve into the essentials of release code securely within a DevSecOps pipeline. Join hosts Sander ten Brinke, Pouyan Khabazi, and Frans Oudendorp as they explore key strategies and best practices for integrating security into every stage of software development and deployment. As part of our DevSecOps series, this episode covers: - The fundamentals of DevSecOps - Critical security measures for code release - Tips for maintaining security withou...
May 27, 2024•34 min•Ep 5•Transcript available on Metacast Welcome to the latest episode of the TalkingSecurity podcast, where we delve into the world of DevSecOps. In this episode, “Demystifying the Test Process,” we unpack the essentials of testing and its significance in the DevSecOps pipeline. 🔍 What’s Inside: - Automated Testing: Discover the transformative power of automation in testing. - Security Integration: Learn how to weave security seamlessly into your test processes. - Expert Advice: Hear from industry veterans about navigating the challe...
May 06, 2024•33 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast Code Security is not only about writing secure code, but also about build it securely. In this episode, three experts from different domains and perspectives share their knowledge and experience on how to secure the Build Process and the Build Environment. hether you are a developer, a security analyst, or a DevSecOps enthusiast, you will find this episode useful and enlightening. Tune in and learn more about Code Security from Sander ten Brinke, Pouyan Khabazi, and Frans Oudendorp. In this DevS...
Feb 22, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast Code Security is a crucial aspect of software development, especially in the era of DevSecOps. In this episode, three experts from different backgrounds and roles share their insights and experiences on how to code securely, what are the common pitfalls and best practices, and what tools and techniques can help developers and security analysts work together more effectively. Whether you are a developer, a security analyst, or a DevSecOps enthusiast, you will find this episode informative and ins...
Dec 14, 2023•46 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast In this new series, Sander ten Brinke, Pouyan Khabazi and Frans Oudendorp talk about various topics related to DevSecOps and things related to that. In this recording, we kick off this series with an introduction about what's ahead in the next episodes. Then we talk about developers' workstations and how to secure them properly so that everyone is happy.
Nov 02, 2023•51 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we (Frans Oudendorp and Pouyan Khabazi) are joined by Ajinkya Gore to talk about Defender for API. Ajinkya is a Principal Product Manager at Microsoft, focused on Defender for API. In this episode, we talk, for example, about how Defender for API helps to secure API's, what the risks are and much more.
Oct 05, 2023•43 min•Ep 4•Transcript available on Metacast Explore the world of DevSecOps with David Trigano, Senior Product Manager at Microsoft. Learn how Microsoft Defender for Cloud transforms security by providing insights, enhancing collaboration, and preventing issues
Sep 14, 2023•46 min•Ep 3•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we (Frans Oudendorp and Pouyan Khabazi) are joined by Tom Janetscheck to talk about Defender for Servers. Tom is a Senior Program Manager at Microsoft Cloud Security, focused on Azure Security Center. Before that, he spent nearly 20 years in various internal IT and consulting roles, with a strong focus on cloud infrastructure, architecture and security. In this episode, we talk, for example, about how Defender for Servers fits into the Defender for Cloud suite, what it is and ho...
May 11, 2023•36 min•Ep 2•Transcript available on Metacast In this episode, we kick off a new series about Defender for Cloud, Microsoft’s comprehensive solution for protecting cloud workloads and hybrid environments. I’m joined by my new co-host Pouyan Khabazi, a cloud security expert and MVP. We chat with Rod Trent, a Cloud Security Advocate at Microsoft, about what cloud computing means for security and how Defender for Cloud can help you monitor, detect and respond to threats across your cloud resources. We also discuss how Sentinel, Microsoft’s clo...
Apr 20, 2023•51 min•Ep 1•Transcript available on Metacast An episode of Talking Security about Microsoft 365 Security and onboarding all the pieces in a good way. In this one Dennis van Doorn, Michael Thelen and Sibren van Anrooij have joined me to talk about these specific topics. What are the most important things to keep in mind when enabling all the security products within the Microsoft 365 Security Suite? Listen and you will know this.
Jan 05, 2023•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast An episode of Talking Security about Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. This is the fourth part of the Defender for Endpoint series and specifically Evaluation Labs. What is Evaluation Labs, how can it be used and how can it be configured? This time again together with my friend Dennis van Doorn who has a lot of knowledge about this part of MDE.
Nov 23, 2022•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast An episode of Talking Security about Microsoft Entra. In this one Jan Bakker en Pim Jacobs have joined me to talk about Microsoft Entra - Identity Governance. They delivered a session about this topic on ExpertsLive Netherlands 2022 and we talked about it. The new feature - LifeCycle Workflows - has been discussed.
Oct 12, 2022•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast An episode of Talking Security about Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. This is the third part of the Defender for Endpoint series and specifically TVM or Threat and Vulnerability Management. What is TVM, how can it be used and how can it be configured? This time together with my friend Dennis van Doorn who has extensive knowledge about this part of MDE.
Sep 07, 2022•44 min•Transcript available on Metacast An episode of Talking Security about Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. This is the second part of the Defender for Endpoint series and specific the configuration. What methods can be used and how can it be configured?
Jul 25, 2022•20 min•Transcript available on Metacast An episode of Talking Security about Microsoft Defender for Endpoint. This is the first part of the Defender for Endpoint series and specific the onboarding. What does it take to onboard? And what decisions do we need to take? Phases to onboard - https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/security/defender-endpoint/deployment-phases?view=o365-worldwide iOS zero-touch onboarding - https://jeffreyappel.nl/deploying-defender-for-endpoint-on-ios-with-zero-touch-onboarding/ Please see below the o...
Feb 23, 2022•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast An episode of Talking Security with Maarten Goet and Jeroen Niessen. We talked about Log4J and 2 months later. We looked back what happened, what we've done, what Microsoft has realized because of this, and what we can learn from this.
Jan 26, 2022•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast An episode of Talking Security with Ronny de Jong (Microsoft Security TSP). We talked about the security announcements at Ignite 2021 Autumn edition and what that means for you.
Nov 10, 2021•39 min•Transcript available on Metacast An episode of Talking Security with Microsoft MVP Freek Berson. We talked about Azure Virtual Desktop and how we can secure those environments. Windows Virtual Desktop Handbook: Security Fundamentals https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/resources/windows-virtual-desktop-handbook-security-fundamentals/ Getting started with Bicep: Infrastructure as code on Azure https://medium.com/wortell/new-book-getting-started-with-bicep-now-available-bfdfa28ee7e4
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