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Research Saturday

N2K Networks
Cybersecurity
Infostealer Malware
Supply Chain Vulnerability
Kubernetes
Crypto Wallets
Fog
Phishing
Cerber Ransomware
Lockbit
Ransomware
Malware As a Service
Threat Actors
Paris 2024 Olympics
Malware
Github Actions
Linux
Atlassian Confluence
Microsoft Graph API
Jon Dimaggio
Arc Browser

Every Saturday, we sit down with cybersecurity researchers to talk shop about the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and technical discoveries.

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This week, we are joined by Or Eshed, Co-Founder and CEO from LayerX Security, discussing their work on "How We Discovered A Campaign of 16 Malicious Extensions Built to Steal ChatGPT Accounts." Researchers uncovered a coordinated campaign of 16 mali... more

This week we are joined by Marcelle Lee, cybersecurity consultant and researcher, discussing "CTI tradecraft: Investigating a mobile scareware campaign." She details how a routine click on a Google News story led to a mobile scareware pop-up—and a de... more

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This week we are joined by Dr. Renée Burton, Vice President of Infoblox Threat Intel, discussing "Parked Domains and Direct Search: An Underreported Security Risk." Parked domains are no longer harmless ad pages — new research finds that in today’s “... more

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Today we have Tomer Bar, VP of Security Research at SafeBreach Labs, discussing their work on "Prince of Persia: A Decade of Iranian Nation-State APT Campaign Activity under the Microscope". In this first installment of SafeBreach’s deep dive into th... more

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Recent Guests

Marcelle Lee
Cybersecurity consultant and researcher
Episode: The scareware rabbit hole.
Tomer Bar
VP of Security Research at SafeBreach Labs
SafeBreach Labs
Episode: Telegram for the throne.
Ziv Mador
VP of Security Research from LevelBlue SpiderLabs
LevelBlue SpiderLabs
Episode: Stealer in the status bar.
Piotr Wojtyla
Head of Threat Intelligence and Platform at Abnormal AI
Abnormal AI
Episode: The phishing kit that thinks like a human.
Andrew Northern
Principal Security Researcher at Censys
Censys
Episode: Caught in the funnel.
Ben Folland
Security Operations Analyst
Huntress
Episode: Picture perfect deception.
Martin Zugec
Technical Solutions Director from Bitdefender
Bitdefender
Episode: Walking on EggStremes.
Jaron Bradley
Director of Jamf Threat Labs
Jamf
Episode: When macOS gets frostbite.
Alex Berninger
Senior Manager of Intelligence at Red Canary
Red Canary
Episode: Two RMMs walk into a phish…

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Dave Bittner
Host who engages with cybersecurity experts to discuss the latest research and findings in the field, providing insights into current trends and challenges.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Podcast doesn’t play while on VPN.

    Podcast doesn’t play while on VPN.

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    1
    [REDACTED] USER
    United States3 years ago
  • A fascinating look into the guts of the machine

    I love learning about how even the people who deeply know and understand the intricacies of existing data networks are constantly breaking new ground.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jedi Wannabi
    United States5 years ago
  • The go-to for cyber research discussion

    Need or want to know more about the leading research in security? You’ve found just the thing. It’s the perfect show to catch up on the latest research over a cup of joe on a Saturday morning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GottaRun21
    United States5 years ago
  • One of my favorites from the CyberWire

    I never miss an episode of Research Saturday. These one-on-one interviews with researchers from all over the world, and from a diverse range of companies and institutions helps me keep on top of critical threats and vulnerabilities. I like the concise, down-to-business format too. This podcast is time well spent, thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Frogstar5
    United States5 years ago

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Many express that they find it to be a reliable source for staying updated on cybersecurity trends and vulnerabilities.
Some listeners value the concise format and time efficiency of each episode, noting that it's perfect for catching up on research over a weekend.

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The parking lot of digital danger.
Q: What was the aha moment for you to realize that this was something being weaponized?
The realization came when they discovered parked domains could lead to malicious content when scanned from various IPs.
The parking lot of digital danger.
Q: Can we just start with some basic stuff here? I mean, when we talk about a Parked Domain, what do most people expect that to mean, and what did your team find instead?
The expectation is that a parked domain will just display a simple page, but the team found domains that had malicious content instead.
Stealer in the status bar.
Q: What makes using Delphi and Python in the campaign interesting?
Delphi is an older language familiar to many malware developers, while Python is widely used for its capabilities, reflecting the preferences of the malware creators.
Stealer in the status bar.
Q: How do you rate the sophistication of this group?
The group displays average sophistication, as they show creativity but are operating at a level comparable to other malware campaigns.
Stealer in the status bar.
Q: What are they ultimately after here? Are they going after banking credentials?
Yes, they aim to capture banking credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, and various financial apps.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Research Saturday

What is Research Saturday about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content features in-depth discussions with cybersecurity researchers who share their insights on notable threats, vulnerabilities, and the latest technical advancements within the cybersecurity field. Each episode presents an opportunity to explore various aspects of cybersecurity, including revelations about malware, phishing tactics, and intricate vulnerabilities affecting systems worldwide. The format tends to focus on one-on-one interviews, allowing listeners to engage deeply with expert perspectives on current issues in technology and security. Unique aspects include the exploration of real-time incidents, such as data leaks and cyber espionage, providing listeners a comprehensive view of the continuously evolving landscape of cybe... more

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