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Microsoft
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Generative AI
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Download and listen to our weekly infosec podcast where we discuss the latest attacks, breaches, and how they happened and why. We’re a team of penetration testers (ethical hackers) and friends that love how new technology can be broken and made to do things it was never intended to do.

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00:00 - PreShow Banter™ — A little radiation never hurt anybody.

03:07 - BHIS - Talkin’ Bout [infosec] News 2025-09-29

03:29 - Story # 1: As many as 2 million Ci... more

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00:00 - PreShow Banter™ — Unnatural European Fridges

03:34 - The Entra ID Cross-Tenant Vulnerability Discovery – BHIS - Talkin’ Bout [infosec] News 2025-09-22

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00:00 - PreShow Banter™ — Enter Dark John

03:15 - Kerberoasting Goes to Washington – BHIS - Talkin’ Bout [infosec] News 2025-09-15

03:49 - Story # 1: Senato... more

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00:00 - PreShow Banter™ — If I Were French

04:35 - Anthropic 1.5 Billion © Settlement - BHIS - Talkin’ Bout [infosec] News 2025-09-08

05:48 - Hackers Threaten t... more

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Recent Guests

Dirk-Jan Mollema
Cloud Exploitation Expert
Outsider Security
Episode: Dirk-Jan Mollema Walks Us Through the Entra ID Cross-Tenant Vulnerability Discovery– 2025-09-22
Josh Mason
Frequent contributor and cybersecurity expert
Black Hills Information Security
Episode: 2024-03-13 - International Hacking Co. Featuring: Josh Mason

Hosts

John Strand
Co-host and founder of Black Hills Information Security, leading commentary on cybersecurity issues with an expert perspective.
Bronwyn
Co-host dedicated to cybersecurity insights and interviews, contributing expert knowledge and commentary to each episode.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 194 ratings
  • Stop the opinions on topics you know nothing about - language no longer tolerable.

    The show is mostly okay, but the chatter on topics the group has no competence with is exceptionally annoying. The group should focus on their strengths and ease up on the hyperbole opinions where they are truly clueless. The imagination of reality is exceptionally low - no larceny in the views. They are exceptionally gullible in what a targeted or planned attack looks like. As of January 2025, I can no longer tolerate the foul language. I’m no prude but the unnecessary use of Gxx Dxxm and ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    plpellegrini
    United States4 months ago
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    Podcast Addict
    5
    JC
    6 months ago
  • Hack it!

    Listen to this every week, so stoked to learn that I can listen on here now instead of YouTube lol!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MoreSporesFarm
    United States9 months ago
  • Stop the opinions on topics you know nothing about

    The show is mostly okay, but the chatter on topics the group has no competence with is exceptionally annoying. The group should focus on their strengths and ease up on the hyperbole opinions where they are truly clueless. The imagination of reality is exceptionally low - no larceny in the views. They are exceptionally gullible in what a targeted or planned attack looks like.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    plpellegrini
    United States9 months ago
  • Out’stinkin’standing!

    Update: Out’stinkin’standing! your Monday podcasts are getting updated often and on a regular basis. Y’all my favorite podcasts!

    Your humor is the reason I’m transitioning…

    …into cybersecurity

    *Will you title those podcasts the original date it aired? You may be already doing that recently but it didn’t appear to be the case the majority of last year.

    BHIS is the best!

    Previous review: If you put more content in audio format and keep the feed updated, I’d listen here on the go. However,... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    [REDACTED] USER
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Overall, audience feedback highlights enjoyment from the blend of humor and education in each episode, creating a loyal listener base.
Some expressed frustration with the occasional use of inappropriate language, suggesting a more professional tone would enhance their experience.
Many appreciate the informative nature of the episodes, with insights that contribute to their knowledge in the field.
Listeners praise the engaging and humorous style of the hosts, finding it a refreshing approach to serious cybersecurity discussions.

Chart Rankings

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#61
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#135
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#173
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#51
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#99
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#179
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Talking Points

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Dirk-Jan Mollema Walks Us Through the Entra ID Cross-Tenant Vulnerability Discovery– 2025-09-22
Q: Do you want to run us through just at a high level?
Dirk-Jan explains the vulnerability found in hybrid-joined Azure tenants that allows privilege escalation.
Perplexity Stealth Crawlers Evade No-Crawl Directives - 2025-08-04
Q: What are your thoughts on the recent Hamilton cyber attack?
The incident highlights the importance of multi-factor authentication in preventing breaches, especially considering the insurance companies' refusal to pay out claims due to lack of basic security measures.
The Oracle of Lies! – 2025-03-31
Q: What should you do if your name did get listed in the data that was in the breach?
Reset all accounts that may have been affected by the breach and confirm the authenticity of communications related to them.
2025-03-03 - Not Talking About Anything
Q: Did anybody see the story about the FBI asking for backdoors into crypto?
Yes, both the FBI and the UK pressured tech companies for backdoor access to crypto, reflecting prior requests.
2025-03-03 - Not Talking About Anything
Q: How do we communicate the need for both privacy and security effectively?
It’s important to frame it in a way that emphasizes the importance of personal security and privacy for everyone.

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Content primarily revolves around the latest incidents in cybersecurity, including data breaches, hacking attempts, and vulnerabilities in technology. The hosts discuss current events in an informal and often humorous manner, adding a layer of entertainment to the critical topics. Each episode generally features a blend of discussions on ethical hacking, regulatory changes, and emerging technology trends, emphasizing the importance of understanding the security implications behind them. Unique elements include recurring guest appearances, lively commentary on tech absurdities, and a focus on engaging the audience with wit and humor while imparting serious insights about the state of cybersecurity.

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