Security Chipmunks: Recent Episodes

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Want a real-world map into penetration testing instead of a maze of hot takes? We sit down with Philip Wiley—offensive security veteran, teacher, and author of The Pentester Blueprint—to unpack practical paths that work today. Philip traces his journey from sysadmin to consultant and shows how prior roles become leverage in security: command line fluency, networking instincts, audit rigor, and the ability to translate technical findings into business impact. If you’ve wondered whether you “must” start in IT, you’ll hear why transferable skills matter more than a single prescribed path.

We dig into how learning has shifted. Five years ago, home labs were the default; now, cloud-based platforms like Hack The Box, TryHackMe, and Antisyphon accelerate skill-building without the drag of fragile setups. Philip breaks down which certifications best reflect hands-on ability—think PNPT, TCM’s junior pen tester, and OSCP—and how to structure your study with focused reps, thorough enumeration, and disciplined reporting. Expect honest advice about fundamentals over shortcuts, the value of repetition, and why a good methodology beats a bag of tricks.

Mentorship and community run through everything here. Philip shares what successful learners actually do, how encouraging guidance can flip hesitation into action, and why showing up at B-Sides, OWASP, and local hacker associations opens doors you didn’t know existed. We also talk personal branding—publishing talks, write-ups, and even books—to make your progress visible and credible to hiring managers. You’ll leave with a weekly cadence you can start immediately: deliberate labs, concise notes, a study group, and one community touchpoint that compounds into opportunities.

If this conversation helps you chart your next step into offensive security, follow the show, share it with a friend who’s studying, and leave a review so more learners can find it.

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"We're too small to be hacked" might be the most dangerous myth in small business cybersecurity today. As James Baierle, founder of SecurePoint Solutions, asks with a touch of irony – how exactly do you let the bad guys know to leave you alone? The hard truth is you can't, and that's why specialized security services for small businesses are more critical than ever.

The cybersecurity landscape presents unique challenges for the 13 million American businesses with fewer than 10 employees. These organizations – from your favorite coffee shop to your child's daycare center – face the same sophisticated threats targeting Fortune 500 companies but lack the resources for enterprise-level protection. SecurePoint Solutions was born specifically to bridge this gap, providing scaled security solutions that make protection accessible to businesses of all sizes.

For aspiring cybersecurity professionals, Baierle offers refreshingly practical career advice gained from his journey from Navy operations to founding his own security company. "Writing is what gets us paid," he emphasizes, noting that technical skills alone won't advance your career if you can't effectively communicate findings and impacts to non-technical stakeholders. He recommends starting a blog to showcase communication abilities and advises newcomers to manage expectations – you probably won't start as an elite penetration tester, but numerous opportunities exist in areas like Security Operations Centers where demand for talent is high.

Beyond cybersecurity, Baierle shares his passionate advocacy for foster care, having adopted three siblings after years of fostering children. With approximately 200,000 foster beds needed nationwide, he suggests respite care as an accessible entry point for those interested in helping but uncertain about full-time commitment. This personal mission reflects the protective instinct that drives many security professionals to make a difference both within and beyond their technical expertise.

Whether you're a small business owner concerned about cybersecurity, an aspiring professional looking to break into the field, or someone interested in making a broader social impact, this conversation offers valuable insights into protecting what matters most. Ready to chip away at building better security for your business or career? This episode is your starting point.

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What does it take to build an online community of 50,000 cybersecurity professionals? Jerry Bell, founder of InfoSec Exchange and former CISO for IBM Cloud, reveals the journey behind creating one of the most influential Mastodon servers in the security world.

When Twitter underwent significant changes in 2022, Bell's Fediverse server, which he'd quietly maintained since 2017, suddenly became the landing spot for thousands of security professionals seeking a new digital home. The explosive growth from around 100 users to 50,000 within a month created both technical and human challenges. "The technical aspects, while challenging, don't hold a candle to the complexities of moderating a community that large," Bell explains, detailing the balancing act between enabling free expression and maintaining community standards.

Bell's contributions to the security community extend well beyond Mastodon. As the host of the Defensive Security Podcast since 2011, he pioneered professional-grade security content when most security podcasts were either consumer-focused or entertainment-oriented. This content creation directly contributed to his career advancement, eventually helping him secure the position of CISO for IBM Cloud. For aspiring security professionals, Bell offers three key pieces of advice: prioritize human networking over resume submissions, develop a deep understanding of networking technology regardless of specialization, and find ways to differentiate yourself through content creation or community involvement.

Whether discussing persistent cloud security challenges like misconfigured S3 buckets or sharing his journey from factory maintenance worker to security executive, Bell's story demonstrates how creating content and building communities can transform a career path. What digital footprint are you creating that will make hiring managers recognize your name when your resume lands on their desk?

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Eddie Miro joins us as a guest on the Security Chipmunks podcast, a social engineer, cybersecurity pro and a community leader, Eddie shares tips and advice for cybersecurity newcomers, shares his past and talks about the competition Octopus Game.

At the heart of Eddie's current work is his involvement with DEF CON, where he runs "Octopus Game" which became an official Black Badge contest designed as a "tutorial quest" for conference newcomers. The game sends participants on missions throughout the conference, helping them navigate the overwhelming environment through accessible challenges and puzzles. What began as a Squid Game-inspired battle royale has evolved into a beloved event making cybersecurity more welcoming to beginners, embodying DEF CON's push toward greater accessibility.

Eddie's transparency about his past, documented in his memoir creates powerful connections with others on similar journeys. After talks, people regularly approach him to share how his story resonates with their own struggles, finding inspiration in his transformation. For aspiring cybersecurity professionals, Eddie emphasizes building strong foundations in IT before specializing, getting involved with community groups, and developing communication skills. His most powerful advice may be the simplest: keep showing up. "Grit correlates higher with success than intelligence," he notes, explaining that persistence often matters more than technical brilliance in career advancement. Whether you're attending your first cybersecurity event or looking to pivot careers, Eddie's story proves that with determination and community support, anyone can reinvent themselves in this dynamic industry.

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Ready to break down the intimidating barriers of cybersecurity conferences? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Josh Mason, a former Air Force pilot and cyber warfare officer who's on a mission to make the industry more accessible to newcomers.

Josh shares his personal journey from military service into the cybersecurity field, revealing the challenges he faced along the way and how those experiences inspired him to help others navigate similar paths. As the creator of DEF CON's upcoming Noob Village, he's tackling a problem many have whispered about but few have addressed: the often overwhelming nature of hacking conferences for first-time attendees.

The Noob Village concept is refreshingly innovative - creating a dedicated space where beginners can find guidance, connections, and support without judgment. We explore the unique features of this initiative, including a beginner-friendly CTF with a twist: participants earn recognition not just for solving challenges but also for helping others succeed. With talks from industry experts like Jason Haddix and Philip Wiley, plus a "No Stupid Questions" table staffed by friendly volunteers, the village promises to transform how newcomers experience DEF CON.

Perhaps most valuable is Josh's insight into effective networking in cybersecurity. Forget strategic business card exchanges - he advocates for simply showing up with a friendly attitude and genuine curiosity. Through his experiences at conferences like Wild West Hacking Fest (which he describes as feeling like "a family reunion I look forward to"), we discover how the most meaningful professional connections often start with casual conversations and shared experiences.

Curious about breaking into cybersecurity or making industry events more inclusive? This episode offers practical wisdom, encouragement, and a reminder that behind every intimidating technical challenge is a community of people eager to help you succeed. Connect with the Noob Village Discord community at noobvillage.org/Discord and discover how you can contribute to making cybersecurity more welcoming for everyone.

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Discover how to navigate the complex landscape of cybersecurity careers with Fletus Poston III, Senior Manager for Security Operations at Crash Plan. Drawing from his diverse background spanning regulated utilities, financial services, and software development since 2007, Fletus shares transformative insights about finding your place in the security ecosystem.

The conversation challenges conventional wisdom about breaking into cybersecurity, with Fletus presenting a compelling metaphor: "Security is like a city" with diverse roles from entry-level positions to executive leadership. Rather than fixating solely on offensive security roles, he encourages newcomers to explore various disciplines to find their perfect fit, whether in SOC analysis, governance, or offensive security.

What truly sets this episode apart is Fletus's counter-intuitive approach to career advancement. Instead of mass-applying to positions, he advocates for a strategic "long game" - identifying target companies, building relationships with their employees over time, and positioning yourself as a knowledgeable peer rather than just another applicant. This approach leverages the power of internal references, dramatically increasing your chances of success.

The discussion delves into the often-overlooked human elements of security, from establishing effective mentorship relationships to implementing practical safeguards against emerging threats like AI voice scams and deepfakes. Fletus shares actionable advice for creating secure password practices and verification techniques that protect against sophisticated social engineering.

Whether you're just starting your cybersecurity journey or looking to advance to the next level, this episode delivers practical wisdom from someone who's navigated the field's challenges firsthand. Remember Fletus's parting advice: "You add value to every room that you enter," and approach security problems with perspective and understanding rather than simply saying "no."
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Ever wonder how cutting-edge AI is transforming cybersecurity from the inside out? Security analyst Federico "FedEx" Castro pulls back the curtain on how innovative professionals are leveraging artificial intelligence to revolutionize threat detection and response.

FedEx takes us into the fascinating world of custom GPT agents, showing how he's created specialized tools that instantly process vulnerability information and generate tailored reports for different stakeholders. Far from theoretical discussions, this conversation delivers practical insights about implementing AI within security frameworks while navigating organizational data policies. "AI is a tool," FedEx emphasizes. "If you don't type the right input, you get a bad output."

The discussion ventures beyond technology into the human elements of cybersecurity. FedEx candidly shares how his neurodivergent thinking patterns create both unique challenges and remarkable advantages in security work. "It's a struggle, but it's a superpower at the same time," he explains, describing how ADHD traits like hyperfocus and pattern recognition help him excel at threat hunting and anomaly detection. His perspective offers a refreshing reminder that diversity in thinking styles strengthens our collective security posture.

With phishing attacks becoming increasingly sophisticated through AI assistance, security professionals must continuously evolve their skills and knowledge. FedEx shares valuable insights from cybersecurity conferences and technical workshops, emphasizing the importance of community connections for staying ahead of emerging threats.

Ready to enhance your security toolkit with AI capabilities? Want to better understand how diverse thinking styles contribute to stronger security teams? Listen now for practical guidance from someone who's walking the talk at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity.

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Dive into our exhilarating adventure at Wild West Hackin' Fest, where our casual visit transformed into a thrilling Capture the Flag (CTF) competition! Join us as we share our journey from team formation to victory, highlighting the unique dynamics of working as a group in high-pressure scenarios. In this episode, we discuss the preparation that went into strategizing and setting up our technical environments, showcasing the importance of diverse skill sets among team members.

Capture the Flag events challenge participants not only to excel in their technical abilities but also to think critically and adapt quickly. Our discussion reveals the real lessons learned from both successes and setbacks, where communication played a critical role in navigating the challenges faced during the competition. You’ll hear stories of camaraderie and shared knowledge as we engaged with our peers and competitors, making connections that extend beyond the event.

As cybersecurity continues to challenge professionals in innovative ways, our experiences at the Wild West Hackin' Fest provide valuable insights into the blend of fun, teamwork, and learning that defines CTF competitions. Whether you're a seasoned competitor or just starting in cybersecurity, there’s something to learn from our adventure. Be sure to subscribe and share your thoughts with us!

We are joined by our guest today Derek Rook

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/derekrook/

YouTube - https://youtube.com/@derekrook

Twitter - https://twitter.com/_r00k_

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Welcome to the Security Chipmunks podcast where we talk about the development of cybersecurity skills. To stay up to date in today's world you need to be resilient, that’s why as Advanced Persistent Chipmunks we keep chipping away at it.

Step into the exhilarating world of cybersecurity competitions with our latest episode as we dive into the highs and lows of Capture The Flag (CTF) challenges at Wild West Hackin' Fest. Our team scored the coveted first-place title, but it wasn’t just about winning; it was an adventure filled with learning moments that every aspiring hacker should experience. From unforgettable team camaraderie to the rapid pace of competition, we share firsthand stories that showcase the thrills of testing skills against some of the best minds in the field.

We discuss the diverse types of challenges encountered, reflect on the importance of preparation, and emphasize how automation can streamline the competitive process. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a novice intrigued by cybersecurity, our conversations serve as valuable insights into the CTF landscape. One key takeaway is the power of teamwork and collaboration, helping us troubleshoot and innovate amidst the pressure.

Join us as we not only celebrate our achievements but also provide valuable advice on how to get started in the world of CTFs. Don't let hesitation hold you back—embrace the excitement and dive into this immersive learning experience. Join us on this journey and expand your cybersecurity skills today! Remember to subscribe, rate, and share the episode with fellow cybersecurity enthusiasts!

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https://wildwesthackinfest.com/way-west/
https://events.bsidestampa.net/B-SidesTampa2022#/tickets?lang=en
https://www.grimm-co.com/grimmcon-0x2

News you can use!

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-is-testing-ads-in-the-windows-11-file-explorer/
https://www.breachquest.com/conti-leaks-insight-into-a-ransomware-unicorn/

Welcome to the Security Chipmunks podcast where we talk about the development of cybersecurity skills. To stay up to date in today's world you need to be resilient, that’s why as Advanced Persistent Chipmunks we keep chipping away at it.

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SANS Holiday Challenge and Kringle Con - https://www.sans.org/mlp/holiday-hack-challenge/

What’s new in the Discord. THM Advent of Cyber 3, join and get shiny holographic stickers. We’re encouraging and working together, answering questions.

We have a fun Security Chipmunks Secret Santa exchange. Suggested limit is $50. Join and share joy this holiday season with your fellow hackers. The deadline to sign up is December 15th. https://discord.gg/KM7UUsgwfH

Wish List Ideas

https://www.hack.xxx/ - CDC blanket

https://www.zerodayclothing.com/ - Great t-shirts

EDC bag https://mountainsmith.com/products/dry-tour

Silent pocket https://slnt.com/

Yubikeys https://www.yubico.com/

Hackerboxes - https://hackerboxes.com/

Flipper zero one

https://flipperzero.one/https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/flipper-devices/flipper-zero-tamagochi-for-hackershttps://blog.flipperzero.one/november-update/ (Updates on the blog.)

Online Safety:

Keep talking with your kids about online safety, it’s an ongoing process. When major changes happen, keep the conversation going. If you create an online Minecraft server, make sure to check in with them.

https://pi-hole.net/

Ubiquiti - employee hacker

https://thenextweb.com/news/ubiquiti-ex-employee-hacker-whistlblower-ransom

New Tools:https://cvetrends.com/

https://pandastutor.com/

Welcome to the Security Chipmunks podcast where we talk about the development of cybersecurity skills. To stay up to date in today's world you need to be resilient, that’s why as Advanced Persistent Chipmunks we keep chipping away at it.

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Cybersecurity Awareness Month

https://www.cisa.gov/cybersecurity-awareness-month

Twitch Suffers Data Breach Divulging How Much revenue Its Biggest Streamers Make

https://www.wsj.com/articles/twitch-suffers-data-breach-divulging-how-much-revenue-its-biggest-streamers-make-11633536167

Epik Breach
https://techcrunch.com/2021/09/17/epik-website-bug-hacked/

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2021_Epik_data_breachhttps://www.dailydot.com/debug/anonymous-new-epik-leak/ Deep dive Facebook Outage

https://blog.cloudflare.com/october-2021-facebook-outage/

Goodbye Https Everywherehttps://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2021/09/https-actually-everywhere uBlock Originhttps://github.com/gorhill/uBlock Library Extensionhttps://www.libraryextension.com/ Azure Network Security Dashboard

https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/azure-network-security/introducing-the-network-security-dashboard-for-azure-security/ba-p/2779842

Welcome to the Security Chipmunks podcast where we talk about the development of cybersecurity skills. To stay up to date in today's world you need to be resilient, that’s why as Advanced Persistent Chipmunks we keep chipping away at it.

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Getting hacked on FB - steps to take

Secure your email account (change password, use MFA)
Screenshots.
Note IP addresses
Log out other people
Change FB pw & add MFA

https://www.wiz.io/blog/secret-agent-exposes-azure-customers-to-unauthorized-code-executionhttps://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2021/09/travis-ci-flaw-exposed-secrets-for-thousands-of-open-source-projects/

Welcome to the Security Chipmunks podcast where we talk about the development of cybersecurity skills. To stay up to date in today's world you need to be resilient, that’s why as Advanced Persistent Chipmunks we keep chipping away at it.

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Conferences mentioned

ShellCon https://shellcon.io/

Pay what you can model - Fri, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 9

Orlando BSides Bytes https://bsidesorlando.org/bsides-orlando-byte-sized-2021/

Tickets are free - Saturday 9/18

Azure Trainings / Certifications

Microsoft Training Days - https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/trainingdays

Which ones will get you a FREE voucher? Check out the following list: (Psst... Anything with the word Fundamentals in it on the training page will get you a voucher)

VIRTUAL: Microsoft Azure Virtual Training Day: Fundamentals → AZ-900 voucher

VIRTUAL: Microsoft Azure Virtual Training Day: Data Fundamentals → DP-900 voucher

VIRTUAL: Microsoft Azure Virtual Training Day: AI Fundamentals → AI-900 voucher

VIRTUAL: Microsoft Power Platform Virtual Training Day: Fundamentals → PL-900 voucher

Exam AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Funadmentals - https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/exams/az-900

Exam DP-900: Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals - https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/exams/dp-900

Exam AI-900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals - https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/exams/ai-900

Exam PL-900: Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals - https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/exams/pl-900

Exam MS-900: Microsoft 365 Fundamentals - https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/learn/certifications/exams/ms-900

https://learn.microsoft.com/

Matrix Trailer

The Matrix Resurrections - Official Trailer 1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ix7TUGVYIo

What Is The Matrix?

https://www.whatisthematrix.com/

Welcome to the Security Chipmunks podcast where we talk about the development of cybersecurity skills. To stay up to date in today's world you need to be resilient, that’s why as Advanced Persistent Chipmunks we keep chipping away at it.We had intended to publish this episode in May forMental Health Awareness Month.
However this episode has been plagued by audio quality issues, so apologies in advance -NS

https://www.mentalhealthhackers.org/
https://www.strugglecare.com/
https://www.window-swap.com/

Welcome to the Security Chipmunks podcast where we talk about the development of cybersecurity skills. To stay up to date in today's world you need to be resilient, that’s why as Advanced Persistent Chipmunks we keep chipping away at it

Today we are joined by special guest Colin Lindberg

Tools:https://www.advanced-ip-scanner.com/

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.techet.netanalyzerlite.an&hl=en_US&gl=US

https://www.fing.com/products/fing-app

Further Reading:

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/3228917-outliers

https://ideas.ted.com/dont-have-10000-hours-to-learn-something-new-thats-fine-all-you-need-is-20-hours/

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/38390751-the-infinite-game

**Welcome to Security Chipmunks podcast where we talk about the development of cybersecurity skills. To stay up to date in today's world you need to be resilient, that’s why as Advanced Persistent Chipmunks we keep chipping away at it.

Today we are joined by special guest Tom Marslandhttps://veteransec.com/about/https://veteransec.com/slack/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-marsland/
https://twitter.com/tmarsland Additional reading on Yarahttps://virustotal.github.io/yara/https://github.com/Yara-Rules/rules What are Yara Rules ( and How Cybersecurity Analysts Use Them)**

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BM23_H2GGMA

**Welcome to Security Chipmunks podcast where we talk about the development of cybersecurity skills. To stay up to date in today's world you need to be resilient, that’s why as Advanced Persistent Chipmunks we keep chipping away at it.

Today we are joined by special guest Barry Pittman.**

Conference:

BSides Boulder

https://twitter.com/BSidesBoulder/status/1387473418526752768

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bsides-boulder-2021-tickets-142039511001

June 12th FREE

Scholarship:

https://www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/who-we-are/communities/stem-education/lockheed-martin-vocational-scholarship.html

Scholarship recipients are selected based on consideration of academic performance, demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities, work experience, a statement of career and educational goals and objectives, unusual personal or family circumstances and an outside appraisal.
Preference will be given to applicants enrolled or planning to enroll at one of Lockheed Martin’s priority institutions. It is not mandatory to attend one of the priority institutions to be eligible for the scholarship.

Interview notes:
Primary Rate Interface (PRI)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Primary_Rate_Interface
Session Initiation Protocol (SIP)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Session_Initiation_Protocol
SIP Trunking
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SIP_trunking

Time-division multiplexing (TDM )
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Time-division_multiplexing

Private Branch Exchange (PBX)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Business_telephone_system#Private_branch_exchange

Cisco CallManager
https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/products/unified-communications/unified-communications-manager-callmanager/index.html

Cisco training
https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/training-events/training-certifications/certifications.html#~certifications

Avaya training
https://www.avaya.com/en/services/avaya-learning-services/

BroadSoft
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BroadSoft
Direct Inward Dialing (DID)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Direct_inward_dial

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Root_cause_analysis

Cybrary
https://www.cybrary.it/info/freeittraining/
The Cyber Mentor
https://academy.tcm-sec.com/

Connect with our guest.

**Welcome to Security Chipmunks podcast where we talk about the development of cybersecurity skills. To stay up to date in today's world you need to be resilient, that’s why as Advanced Persistent Chipmunks we keep chipping away at it.

Today we are joined by special guest Jillene VanNostrand**

Cybersecurity Talent Initiative
https://cybertalentinitiative.org/ Connect with our guest

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillene-vannostrand/

**Welcome to Security Chipmunks podcast where we talk about the development of cybersecurity skills. To stay up to date in today's world you need to be resilient, that’s why as Advanced Persistent Chipmunks we keep chipping away at it

Today we are joined by special guest Patrick Lowther.**

News

https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/justice-department-announces-court-authorized-effort-disrupt-exploitation-microsoft-exchange

https://www.microsoft.com/security/blog/2021/03/02/hafnium-targeting-exchange-servers/

Conferences

https://circlecitycon.com/

https://www.tmhcisolationcon.com/

https://forum.defcon.org/node/236655

Learning
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/me?u=2045532
https://www.pluralsight.com/
https://www.udemy.com/user/jason-dion/

LSASS.exehttps://twitter.com/shad0wbits/status/1379857605779132416https://medium.com/@markmotig/some-ways-to-dump-lsass-exe-c4a75fdc49bfhttps://www.microsoft.com/security/blog/2019/05/09/detecting-credential-theft-through-memory-access-modelling-with-microsoft-defender-atp/

Contact
https://twitter.com/securitymuncher

In our second episode we discuss Cybersecurity concepts, learning opportunities, upcoming conferences and answer questions from the audience. Stay to the end for the blooper reel!

News

Facebook https://www.cnn.com/2021/04/04/tech/facebook-user-info-leaked/index.htmlhttps://haveibeenpwned.com/

Conferenceshttps://introseccon.com/https://carolinacon.org/
https://www.dianainitiative.org/

We are also asking our listeners to send in your virtual free or inexpensive Cyber conference recommendations.

Question

Question for Neil from the audience: “If I’m running a command in Linux and there is no message. How do I know a command ran? Is there a way to check?”
- Yes, you can view the exit code of the last command run in the session with:
echo $?

Exit Codes
https://tldp.org/LDP/abs/html/exitcodes.html
Special Variables
https://www.tutorialspoint.com/unix/unix-special-variables.htm

**Education

DoD Cyber Scholarship Program**

https://public.cyber.mil/cysp/

I should have listened to Network Chuckhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6HsgCor5I28
https://www.acm.org/membership/membership-options SANS Work Study Programhttps://www.sans.org/work-study-program/

In our first episode we discuss events, conferences and available practices to those who are new to cyber security.

Events

Conference:

Intro Sec Con, Free conference on April 17th, 2021

https://introseccon.com/

CCDC

http://nccdc.org/

NCL

https://nationalcyberleague.org/

NICE Challenge

https://nice-challenge.com/

Labs:

TryHackMe

https://tryhackme.com/

HackTheBox

https://www.hackthebox.eu/

ImmersiveLabs (Sign up with your college .edu email)

https://www.immersivelabs.com/

Twitch streamers

BanjoCrashland

https://www.twitch.tv/banjocrashland

Cyber Insecurity

https://www.twitch.tv/cyber_insecurity

Crypto The Llama

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2Mq09_FBWckT1WmcraWr-g/featured

August GL talks about reverse engineering the TikTok app in the latest issue of 2600https://store.2600.com/collections/pdf/products/new-issue-pdf-winter-2020-2021

Raytheon Women’s Cyber Security Scholarship

https://iamcybersafe.org/s/raytheon-womens-scholarship