In this insightful episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton sits down with Christopher Scott, Managing Partner at Unit 42 by Palo Alto Networks, to explore the essentials of crisis leadership and management in cybersecurity. With over two decades of experience, Chris shares his journey from IT to crisis management and lessons learned from high-profile incidents like Shamoon and NotPetya. Together, they dive into the critical skills needed during a crisis—swift decision-making,...

In this episode of Threat Vector, David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, sits down with Wendi Whitmore, Senior Vice President of Unit 42, to discuss the increasing speed and sophistication of cyber attacks. Wendi shares her extensive expertise, highlighting the evolving threat landscape, where cybercriminals focus on disrupting businesses and leveraging end-consumer pressure to extract higher ransoms. The conversation covers critical topics such as AI-driven attacks,...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton talks with guest speaker Brian Wrozek, Forrester Principal Analyst in Security & Risk, about the complexities of aligning security strategies across global teams. Brian draws on his extensive experience in cybersecurity, operational technology (OT) risk, and threat intelligence to discuss how organizations can foster a strong security culture that aligns with business objectives.  Learn how to leverage regional champions to address...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, speaks with Del Rodillas, Distinguished Product Manager for OT Security Solutions at Palo Alto Networks. Del shares insights from his extensive experience in the OT security landscape, covering crucial aspects of building a strong OT security framework. The conversation dives into the challenges of bridging IT and OT teams and the importance of continuous monitoring in critical infrastructure. Del...

In this episode of Threat Vector, David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Palo Alto Networks, hosts cybersecurity experts Qiang Huang, VP of Product Management for Cloud Delivered Security Services, and Michela Menting, Senior Research Director in Digital Security at ABI Research. They discuss the pressing challenges of securing Operational Technology (OT) environments, which are increasingly vulnerable to ransomware, nation-state attacks, and remote access breaches due to the...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Palo Alto Networks, speaks with Nathaniel Quist, Manager of Cloud Threat Intelligence at Cortex & Unit 42. Nathaniel leads a team at the forefront of understanding the evolving cloud threat landscape.  This conversation dives deep into recent cloud extortion operations, the rise of ransomware attacks, and the challenges businesses face in securing public cloud environments. Learn about the intricacies...

In this episode of Threat Vector, David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, sits down with Daniel Kendzior, Global Data & AI Security Practice Lead at Accenture, to explore the seismic shifts in cybersecurity brought about by AI technologies. As organizations navigate the complexities of AI adoption, Daniel shares insights into the rise of ransomware and phishing attacks, the evolving regulatory landscape, and how AI can be leveraged to bolster cybersecurity operations....

In this episode of Threat Vector by Palo Alto Networks, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership, interviews Kieran Norton, Principal at Deloitte & Touche LLP and U.S. Cyber and AI Automation Leader. They discuss the evolution from traditional Security Operations Centers (SOC) to AI-native SOCs, addressing the issues of alert fatigue and data volume.  Norton explains how AI can automate routine tasks, allowing analysts to focus on more complex issues, enhancing an...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, engages with Chris Tillett, Product Management and R&D expert, to uncover the deep-seated challenges in cybersecurity. The discussion centers around the human factors that make security difficult, the complexities of implementing conditional MFA, and the often-overlooked importance of a strong security culture. Chris shares his insights on how organizations can balance the need for robust...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, sits down with Mike Spisak, Technical Managing Director, to delve into the pressing cybersecurity challenges faced by educational institutions. The conversation explores proactive security measures, the importance of a solid risk assessment, and the emerging threats targeting schools.  Mike shares actionable insights on improving security postures within budget constraints, emphasizing the...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, engages with Jamie Fitz-Gerald, Sr. Director of Product Management at Okta, to delve into the transformative world of identity security. They explore the critical role of identity as the new perimeter in today’s hybrid work environment, emphasizing the importance of multifactor and passwordless authentication. Jamie shares insights into the evolution of identity security, its foundational role in...

In this episode of Threat Vector, guest host Michael Sikorski, CTO of Unit 42, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Jason Healey, Senior Research Scholar at Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs. They unpack the evolution of cybersecurity, reflecting on Jason's experience across the military, the White House, and academia. Together, they explore the historical challenges and advances in cyber conflict, the role of policy in shaping defense strategies,...

In this episode of Threat Vector, David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, sits down with Ryan Barger, Director of Offensive Security Services, to explore how AI is revolutionizing offensive security. Ryan delves into the practical applications of AI in tasks such as OSINT analysis, payload development, and evading endpoint detection systems. He also covers the emerging threat of AI-driven worms and the implications of deepfakes in cyber attacks. Through this insightful...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership, converses with Nir Zuk, Founder and CTO of Palo Alto Networks, about the future of cybersecurity. They discuss into the pressing challenges organizations face today and the pivotal shift from traditional defense strategies to a mindset that assumes breaches.  Nir discusses the role of AI and machine learning in revolutionizing the Security Operations Center (SOC), emphasizing behavioral analysis for threat...

In this episode of Threat Vector, David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, engages with Sama Manchanda, a Consultant at Unit 42, to explore the evolving landscape of social engineering attacks, particularly focusing on vishing and smishing.  As election season heats up, these threats are becoming more sophisticated, exploiting our reliance on mobile devices and psychological tactics. Sama provides expert insights into the latest trends, the psychological manipulations used...

In this episode of Threat Vector, hosted by David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, we delve into the evolving world of AI-generated malware with our expert guests, Rem Dudas, Senior Threat Intelligence Analyst, and Bar Matalon, Threat Intelligence Team Lead. Together, they uncover the groundbreaking research and experiments their team has conducted on the capabilities of generative AI to create sophisticated malware. From exploring the vulnerabilities in AI models to...

In this episode of the Palo Alto Networks podcast 'Threat Vector,' host David Molton speaks with Jim Foote, CEO of First Ascent Biomedical about his transition from Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to leading a biotech company utilizing AI to personalize cancer treatments. They discuss how Foote's personal experience with his son's cancer diagnosis drove him to apply cybersecurity principles in developing an innovative approach, called Functional Precision Medicine, which tailors...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, is joined by Data Privacy Attorney Daniel Rosenzweig. Together, they unravel the complexities of aligning data privacy and cybersecurity laws with technological advancements. Daniel shares his insights on the critical partnership between legal and tech teams, revealing how a deep understanding of both realms can empower businesses to navigate evolving legal frameworks, particularly in light of...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Greg Jones, Chief Information Security Officer at Xavier University of Louisiana. Greg brings a wealth of knowledge from his military background and applies a disciplined, adaptive approach to securing one of America's most vibrant educational institutions. They discuss how Greg's cybersecurity strategies, ranging from comprehensive awareness campaigns to dark web monitoring, protect the campus community from emerging threats...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, discusses the challenges and opportunities of AI adoption with guest Mike Spisak, Managing Director of Proactive Security at Unit 42. They emphasize the importance of early security involvement in the AI development lifecycle and the crucial role of inventorying AI usage to tailor protection measures.  Mike provides insights on balancing innovation with security, warning against treating security...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton and Andy Piazza, Sr. Director of Threat Intelligence at Unit 42, dive into the critical vulnerability CVE-2024-3400 found in PAN-OS software of Palo Alto Networks, emphasizing the importance of immediate patching and mitigation strategies for such vulnerabilities, especially when they affect edge devices like firewalls or VPNs. The discussion covers the discovery, technical details, and exploitation of the vulnerability, highlighting its...

In this episode of Threat Vector, David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, explores Adversarial AI and Deepfakes as part of the ongoing series “AI’s Impact in Cybersecurity” with two expert guests, Billy Hewlett, Senior Director of AI Research at Palo Alto Networks, and Tony Huynh, a Security Engineer specializing in AI and deepfakes. They unpack the escalating risks posed by adversarial AI in cybersecurity. You’ll learn how organizations can fortify their defenses against...

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, welcomes Donnie Hasseltine, VP of Security at Second Front Systems and a former Recon Marine, as they delve into the indispensable role of a military mindset in cybersecurity. Drawing from over two decades in the Marine Corps and a seamless transition into the tech industry, Donnie shares insights into leveraging military discipline and strategic thinking in the rapidly evolving cybersecurity...

Join David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, as he hosts Sam Rubin, VP and Global Head of Operations at Unit 42, to discuss Sam's testimony to the US Congress on the multifaceted landscape of ransomware attacks, AI, and automation, the need for more cybersecurity education and more. This episode digs into the sophistication and rapid evolution of cyber threats with insights drawn from real-world case studies, including stark revelations from sectors like healthcare and...