Rephonic
Artwork for Paul's Security Weekly

Paul's Security Weekly (Audio)

Paul Asadoorian
Cybersecurity
Ransomware
Vulnerabilities
Threatlocker
Vulnerability Management
Hacking
Artificial Intelligence
Quantum Computing
Data Privacy
AI In Cybersecurity
Supply Chain Security
Microsoft
Def Con
CVE
Penetration Testing
Firmware Vulnerabilities
Linux
Open Source Software
Malware
Cyber Conflict

For the latest in computer security news, hacking, and research! We sit around, drink beer, and talk security. Our show will feature technical segments that show you how to use the latest tools and techniques. Special guests appear on the show to enlighten us and change your perspective on information security. Note: This is only Paul's Security Weekly, a 2-hour show recorded once per week.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes645Founded10 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
TechnologyNewsTech News

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Paul's Security Weekly

Latest Episodes

In the security news this week:

• Cursor opens your repo, the repo opens you

• If you want the good model I'm going to need to see your ID

• Flock's a Flocking mess

• Defender was supposed to be the chosen one

• Side stepping Secure boot - twi... more

YouTube

In the security news this week:

• North Carolina ports and contingency plans

• Back to paper and pencils

• Midnight Blizzard compromises hotel Wi-Fi

• DNS strikes again

• Captive portals, stolen credentials, and nation-state scale

• Phishing-... more

YouTube

This week:

• When you are not at summer camp you can't read about it

• The Fettle continues

• Using the CFAA against AI

• Social contracts are not security models

• VSCode extentions, again

• Bugtraq is back!

• NVIDA, LVFS, and unraveling AI... more

YouTube

In the security news:

• 2.2 million cars, one shared Bluetooth key

• JFrog tries to spin an AI 0-day into a win

• Sextortion scammers recycling ShinyHunters' leaks

• The first hack ever, from 1966

• Prompt injection as a service, $150 a month more

YouTube

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Sandy Bird
CTO and co-founder, Sonrai Security
Sonrai Security
Episode: Cloud Visibility, Fortibleed, hacking things the easy way - Sandy Bird - PSW #932
David Johnson
Guest, security professional
Episode: GPS, PCI, ARCH, OH MY! - PSW #931
Rajesh Khazanchi
CEO and co-founder, ColorTokens
ColorTokens
Episode: Back to (or Start) Fundamentals? - Rajesh Khazanchi - PSW #923
Sam Bound
Security professional
Episode: The AI "Vulnpocolypse" Is Real? - PSW #922
Mark Hardy
Special guest, podcast guest
The Bondgases / CISO Trade Draft
Episode: What Is A Router? (And all things AI) - PSW #920
Mandy Logan
Guest
Episode: What Is A Router? (And all things AI) - PSW #920
Sergi Àlvarez
Founder of Radare/Radare2 project
Radare (Radare2)
Episode: Hacking IP KVMs & Reversing with Radare2 - Sergi Àlvarez - PSW #918
Larry Pesce
Guest, security expert
Episode: Vulnerability Mis-Management - PSW #917
Jeff Mann
Guest, security expert
Episode: Vulnerability Mis-Management - PSW #917

Hosts

Paul Sidorian
Host of the show, Paul's Security Weekly
Lee Neely
Co-host on the episode
Josh Marpet
Co-host; security practitioner

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • Good info, laid back

    I’ve listened to Paul and crew since I was new to sec, years ago. Great way to hear sec news with the guys’ discussion from their years of experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris Mc.38
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great podcast

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Username
    2 years ago
  • Great Vibe! Amazing amount of knowledge shared

    This is the type of podcast where you and your buddies who are professionals at what you do sit down and talk shop while having a great time.

    There’s a ton of knowledge while also keeping it light hearted with an amazing diversity of knowledge and personalities.

    Regardless of where you are in your security journey or just security curious, this is a great podcast to dive into!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    statictear
    United States4 years ago
  • Fantastic

    Great news, great interviews, great hosts.

    Also happy to see the main show only feed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    d1str0
    United States10 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Casual, friendly tone makes deep topics approachable for security pros.
Shows high specialization in security with practical, experience-driven discussions.
Consistently strong guest lineup and actionable insights, though pacing can be dense for newcomers.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#216
Australia/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#209
Denmark/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#248
New Zealand/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The AI "Vulnpocolypse" Is Real? - PSW #922
Q: How does Claude actually access and analyze a network for vulnerabilities?
Claude can be prompted to analyze vulnerability data through feeds like port scans or vulnerability reports, or by building a local MCP that invokes standard tools (e.g., Nmap) to scan a defined network and interpret results for prioritization.
AI Is Taking Over Cybersecurity - PSW #915
Q: How does the Bloomberg article frame Ivanti's situation?
The article highlights how financial pressures and corporate decisions have led to significant security vulnerabilities and operational failures within Ivanti.
AI Is Taking Over Cybersecurity - PSW #915
Q: What's the significance of AI in cybersecurity?
AI is increasingly being used for both offensive and defensive strategies in cybersecurity, which reshapes how security measures are approached.
We Left It Vulnerable On Purpose - Rob Allen - PSW #910
Q: What changes have been made today to enhance security protocols regarding Default Allow vs. Default Deny?
Rob discusses how modern approaches now rely on rules-based solutions that differentiate between what's allowed and what's not, emphasizing default deny as the safer method.
IoT Hacks Galore - Kieran Human - PSW #895
Q: Kieran, how did you get your start in information security?
Kieran explains that he always knew he wanted to work with computers and pursued education in the field, eventually leading to his current role at ThreatLocker.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Paul's Security Weekly

What is Paul's Security Weekly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A security-focused roundtable with a mix of in-depth technical discussions, practical tooling tips, and timely industry news. Episodes cover topics from vulnerability management and AI-assisted security to software supply chains, cloud security, and zero-trust approaches, often featuring practitioner-led debates and real-world anecdotes. A standout aspect is the casual, beer-and-security vibe that combines deep expertise with approachable banter, making complex topics accessible for security professionals, engineers, and IT decision-makers who want actionable takeaways without heavy fluff.

Where can I find podcast stats for Paul's Security Weekly?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Paul's Security Weekly. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Paul's Security Weekly and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Paul's Security Weekly get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Paul's Security Weekly, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Paul's Security Weekly?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Paul's Security Weekly, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Paul's Security Weekly have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Paul's Security Weekly has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Paul's Security Weekly?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Paul's Security Weekly:

1. SANS Internet Stormcenter Daily Cyber Security Podcast (Stormcast)
2. Risky Business
3. Security Now (Audio)
4. CyberWire Daily
5. Risky Bulletin

How many episodes of Paul's Security Weekly are there?

Paul's Security Weekly launched 10 years ago and published 645 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Paul's Security Weekly?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Paul's Security Weekly?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Paul's Security Weekly from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Paul's Security Weekly?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Paul's Security Weekly. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Paul's Security Weekly?

Recent guests on Paul's Security Weekly include:

1. Sandy Bird
2. David Johnson
3. Rajesh Khazanchi
4. Sam Bound
5. Mark Hardy
6. Mandy Logan
7. Sergi Àlvarez
8. Larry Pesce

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days