24 APR 2024 · In this episode of the Unsecurity Podcast, Brad interviews guest Ryan Cloutier as part of our Meet the Mentors series. They discuss the importance of the CISSP Mentor Program and the value of different perspectives in teaching. They also discuss the release of an exploit code for the Palo Alto Networks Zero Day vulnerability and the ethics of publicly sharing vulnerabilities. Don't forget: The show is available in audio-only form wherever you listen to podcasts! Please send any questions, comments, or feedback to unsecurity@protonmail.com. About FRSecure https://frsecure.com/ FRSecure is a mission-driven information security consultancy headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Our team of experts is constantly developing solutions and training to assist clients in improving the measurable fundamentals of their information security programs.  These fundamentals are lacking in our industry, and while progress is being made, we can’t do it alone. Whether you’re wondering where to start, or looking for a team of experts to collaborate with you, we are ready to serve.

11 MAR 2024 · Episode 218 of the Unsecurity Podcast is now live! This time, Brad is joined by Ron Woerner for another episode of our "Meet the Mentors" series introducing the 2024 CISSP Mentor Program instructors! Links & information: Find Ron on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronwoerner/ Please send any questions, comments, or feedback to unsecurity@protonmail.com. About FRSecure https://frsecure.com/ FRSecure is a mission-driven information security consultancy headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Our team of experts is constantly developing solutions and training to assist clients in improving the measurable fundamentals of their information security programs. These fundamentals are lacking in our industry, and while progress is being made, we can’t do it alone. Whether you’re wondering where to start, or looking for a team of experts to collaborate with you, we are ready to serve.

5 MAR 2024 · Episode 217 of the Unsecurity Podcast is now live! This time, Brad is joined by Chris Foulon for the first episode in our "Meet the Mentors" series, introducing our 2024 CISSP Mentor Program instructors! Links & information: Chris's Podcast (Breaking Into Cybersecurity) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-into-cybersecurity/id1463136698 Please send any questions, comments, or feedback to unsecurity@protonmail.com. About FRSecure https://frsecure.com/ FRSecure is a mission-driven information security consultancy headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Our team of experts is constantly developing solutions and training to assist clients in improving the measurable fundamentals of their information security programs. These fundamentals are lacking in our industry, and while progress is being made, we can’t do it alone. Whether you’re wondering where to start, or looking for a team of experts to collaborate with you, we are ready to serve.

13 FEB 2024 · Episode 216 of the Unsecurity Podcast is now live! This time, Oscar and Brad are joined by FRSecure's Matt Dowd to discuss the difference between vulnerability scanning and penetration testing. Links & information Cisco Critical Vulnerabilities https://www.securityweek.com/cisco-patches-critical-vulnerabilities-in-enterprise-communication-devices/ Please send any questions, comments, or feedback to unsecurity@protonmail.com. About FRSecure https://frsecure.com/ FRSecure is a mission-driven information security consultancy headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Our team of experts is constantly developing solutions and training to assist clients in improving the measurable fundamentals of their information security programs. These fundamentals are lacking in our industry, and while progress is being made, we can’t do it alone. Whether you’re wondering where to start, or looking for a team of experts to collaborate with you, we are ready to serve.

31 JAN 2024 · Episode 215 of the Unsecurity Podcast is now live! This time, Brad is joined by FRSecure's Dave Tuckman to discuss an upcoming webinar series about securing home networks with ISACA and select FRSecure staff leading the sessions. Links & information ISACA home network webinar series: - Session 1: 2/12 - Household Computer Safety, Using The Internet Safely https://isaca-sd.org/events/2024-02-12 - Session 2: 3/11 - Choosing and Protecting Your Account Login, Securing Mobile Devices https://isaca-sd.org/events/2024-03-11 - Session 3: 4/8 - Securing Wi-Fi, Securing the Wi-Fi/Network Router https://isaca-sd.org/events/2024-04-08 - Session 4: 5/13 - Backing up Data, Smart Devices and the Internet-of-Things https://isaca-sd.org/events/2024-05-13 - Session 5: 6/10 - Physical Security, Breach and Incident Response https://isaca-sd.org/events/2024-06-10 Avast spying on clicks https://www.pcmag.com/news/the-cost-of-avasts-free-antivirus-companies-can-spy-on-your-clicks Facebook users monitored by thousands of companies https://www.consumerreports.org/electronics/privacy/each-facebook-user-is-monitored-by-thousands-of-companies-a5824207467/ Time to patch and threat-hunt https://thehackernews.com/2024/01/critical-cisco-flaw-lets-hackers.html Please send any questions, comments, or feedback to unsecurity@protonmail.com About FRSecure https://frsecure.com/ FRSecure is a mission-driven information security consultancy headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Our team of experts is constantly developing solutions and training to assist clients in improving the measurable fundamentals of their information security programs. These fundamentals are lacking in our industry, and while progress is being made, we can’t do it alone. Whether you’re wondering where to start, or looking for a team of experts to collaborate with you, we are ready to serve.

19 JAN 2024 · Episode 214 of the Unsecurity Podcast is now live! This time, Brad and Oscar sit down with FRSecure's Mike (Pinky) Thompson for a Breachmas report and some news from around the industry. News links Mandiant's X (Twitter) Account Hacked https://thehackernews.com/2024/01/mandiants-x-account-was-hacked-using.html CISCO Patch https://www.securityweek.com/cisco-patches-critical-vulnerability-in-unity-connection-product/ Two Ivanti Zero-Days Actively Exploited in the Wild https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com/news/two-ivanti-zerodays-actively/ Please send any questions, comments, or feedback to unsecurity@protonmail.com. About FRSecure https://frsecure.com/ FRSecure is a mission-driven information security consultancy headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Our team of experts is constantly developing solutions and training to assist clients in improving the measurable fundamentals of their information security programs. These fundamentals are lacking in our industry, and while progress is being made, we can’t do it alone. Whether you’re wondering where to start, or looking for a team of experts to collaborate with you, we are ready to serve.

22 DEC 2023 · Episode 213 of the Unsecurity Podcast is now live! This time, Brad and Oscar sit down with FRSecure's Amy MacElroy to discuss company culture and how she helps maintain it in her role as head of HR. Vulnerabilities Apache Struts https://www.securityweek.com/recent-apache-struts-2-vulnerability-in-attacker-crosshairs/ Microsoft Patch Tuesday https://securityaffairs.com/155719/security/microsoft-patch-tuesday-december-2023.html Adobe Patches (207 Bugs) https://www.securityweek.com/adobe-patches-207-security-bugs-in-mega-patch-tuesday-bundle/ Don't forget: The show is available in audio-only form wherever you listen to podcasts! Please send any questions, comments, or feedback to unsecurity@protonmail.com. About FRSecure: https://frsecure.com/ FRSecure is a mission-driven information security consultancy headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Our team of experts is constantly developing solutions and training to assist clients in improving the measurable fundamentals of their information security programs. These fundamentals are lacking in our industry, and while progress is being made, we can’t do it alone. Whether you’re wondering where to start, or looking for a team of experts to collaborate with you, we are ready to serve.

6 DEC 2023 · Episode 212 of the Unsecurity Podcast is now live! This time, Brad and Oscar sit down with FRSecure's Shawn Pollard to discuss our new free BIA starter kit, CMMC, and more. Water facilities report falling to hackers in separate breaches https://arstechnica.com/security/2023/11/2-municipal-water-facilities-report-falling-to-hackers-in-separate-breaches/ Send any questions, comments, or feedback to unsecurity@protonmail.com. About FRSecure https://frsecure.com/ FRSecure is a mission-driven information security consultancy headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Our team of experts is constantly developing solutions and training to assist clients in improving the measurable fundamentals of their information security programs. These fundamentals are lacking in our industry, and while progress is being made, we can’t do it alone. Whether you’re wondering where to start, or looking for a team of experts to collaborate with you, we are ready to serve.

20 NOV 2023 · Episode 211 of the Unsecurity Podcast is now live! This time, Brad and Oscar sit down with FRSecure's Eric Hanson and Seth Bowling to discuss R&D and defensive evasion. Blackcat report company they breached to SEC https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/ransomware-gang-files-sec-complaint-over-victims-undisclosed-breach/ About FRSecure: https://frsecure.com/ FRSecure is a mission-driven information security consultancy headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Our team of experts is constantly developing solutions and training to assist clients in improving the measurable fundamentals of their information security programs. These fundamentals are lacking in our industry, and while progress is being made, we can’t do it alone. Whether you’re wondering where to start, or looking for a team of experts to collaborate with you, we are ready to serve.

1 NOV 2023 · Episode 210 of the Unsecurity Podcast is now live! This time, Brad is joined by Megan Larkins to discuss her role as FRSecure's security consulting manager, as well as Proofpoint's 2023 Voice of the CISO report. Proofpoint's 2023 Voice of the CISO https://www.proofpoint.com/us/resources/white-papers/voice-of-the-ciso-report Give this episode a listen and send any questions, comments, or feedback to unsecurity@protonmail.com