The CyberCast

Aug 09 2024 20 ep. 54 mins 24

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The CyberCast is purpose built for MSPs, MSSPs and IT Practitioners.In each episode you will learn about a new security control, how it maps to the different frameworks, the impact it has, building a policy around it, how the threat actors exploit it - via MITRE ATT&CK - what you can do to defend against it - MITRE Shield, common mistakes or oversights made when implementing into their tech stack and trends.Sponsors:Datto - CIS Control 3 - Data ProtectionNetwrix - CIS Control 3 - Data ProtectionDuo - CIS Control - Multifactor Authentication

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CIS Controls - Version 8.1 Update Overview

Aug 09 2024 52 mins

With the release of NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0, CIS felt strongly that an update to The Controls was necessary to crossmap to CSF 2.0. Specifically the strongest driver, was the release of the Govern function.Co-hosts:Phyllis Lee: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phyllis-lee-21b58a1a4/Brian Blakely: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bblakley/Eric Woodard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eri

CIS Control 18 - Penetration Testing - Sponsored by Hacket Cyber

Jul 25 2023 66 mins

Penetration testing is something that more companies and organizations should be considering a necessary expense. Pen Testing is an important aspect of discovery and identifying potential critical vulnerabilities within your organizations external network, internal network, applications, or systems. They provide a valuable insight on how your digital and human assets perform.In thi

CIS Control 17 - Incident Response Management - Sponsored by Exigence

Jun 02 2023 53 mins

The biggest takeaway from CIS Control 17 is that planning and communication are critical when responding to an incident. The longer an intruder has access to your network, the more time they’ve had to embed themselves into your systems. Communicating with everyone involved can help limit the duration between attack and clean-up.Establish a program to develop and maintain an incid

CIS Control 16 - Application Software Security - Sponsored by Manicode

Mar 14 2023 66 mins

CIS Control 16 - Application Software SecurityThe way in which we interact with applications has changed dramatically over years. Organizations use applications in day-to-day operations to manage their most sensitive data and control access to system resources. Instead of traversing a labyrinth of networks and systems, attackers today see an opening to turn an organizations applica

CIS Control 15 - Service Provider Management

Jan 22 2023 62 mins

LastPass and the recent Rackspace Exchange incident are two prime examples of "why" this Control is Critical!!Develop a process to evaluate service providers who hold sensitive data, or are responsible for critical IT platforms or processes, to ensure these providers are protecting those platforms and data appropriately.Identify your business needs and create a set of standards tha

CIS Control 14 - Security Awareness and Skills Training - sponsored by Phin Security

Nov 09 2022 77 mins

MSP/MSSPs should offer solutions to provide users with frequent security awareness training to increase its overall security posture. The information provided by the security awareness training should be relevant and provide insights into recent security incidents. Training should also reiterate the necessity of using strong passwords, spotting and reporting phishing attacks, as we

CIS Control 13 - Network Monitoring and Defense - sponsor by ConnectWise

Sep 29 2022 66 mins

Network monitoring and defense is one of only two controls that does not contain any Implementation Group 1 Safeguards in Controls version 8. This control is geared towards mature MSPs, MSSPs & organizations who have a mindset of continuous improvement that involves people, process, and technology. Service providers need a well-trained staff that executes on their network monit

CIS Control 12 - Network Infrastructure Management - sponsored by Domotz!

Jul 07 2022 57 mins

Abstract: Network Infrastructure Management - Establish, implement, and actively manage network devices, in order to prevent attackers from exploiting vulnerable network services and access points. Network infrastructure devices can be physical or virtual and include things such as routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless access points. Unfortunately, many devices are shipped fro

CIS Control 11 - Data Recovery - sponsored by Datto!

May 24 2022 64 mins

Abstract: Data loss can be a consequence of a variety of factors from malicious ransomware, threat actors using "Double Extortion" and exfiltration, human error and natural disasters like hurricanes. Regardless of the reason for data loss, we need to have a process established (RPO/RTO) to recover our data. Key Takeaways for Control 11Prioritize your data and come up with a data re

CIS Control 10 - Malware Defenses - sponsored by Malwarebytes!

Apr 26 2022 48 mins

Abstract: With the continuing rise of ransomware, malware defenses are more critical than ever before with regard to securing your MSP and clients. Malware defenses must be able to operate in a dynamic environment through automation, timely and rapid updating, and integrate with other processes like vulnerability management and incident response. Anti-Malware technologies have beco