Security Unfiltered

Cyber Security can be a difficult field to not only understand but to also navigate. Joe South is here to help with over a decade of experience across several domains of security. With this podcast I hope to help more people get into IT and Cyber Security as well as discussing modern day Cyber Security topics you may find in the daily news. Come join us as we learn and grow together!

Security Unfiltered is a technology podcast hosted by Joe South, with 279 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Joe South hosts Security Unfiltered, a technology show with 279 episodes published.

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  Episode #261

  The Hidden Security Risks of Agentic AI Moving Beyond Traditional Defenses

  Aug 3, 202650 min

  Nudge Security: https://www.nudgesecurity.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russell-spitler/ In this episode, Joe chats with Russell Spitler from Nudge Security about the evolving landscape of AI, SaaS, and cybersecurity. They explore how rapid technological advancements are reshaping security challenges and solutions, especially with AI's increasing capabilities and integrations. 00:00 - Russell’s cybersecurity origin story and early influences 04:24 - The industry’s rapid expansion and current security workforce trends 08:05 - How organizations struggle to manage SaaS security and AI integrations 12:49 - The shared responsibility model in SaaS and AI platforms 19:13 - How Nudge secures AI and SaaS ecosystems through API and browser insights 22:39 - Challenges with agentic AI: delegation, access, and risk mitigation 24:34 - The rise of agentic AI capabilities and security implications 27:23 - The potential for AI to democratize security and development 32:08 - Future of security automation and behavioral engagement strategies 36:58 - Building secure, scalable AI security solutions compared to container security 41:17 - The next phase: automation, policy enforcement, and behavioral redirects

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  Episode #260

  The Future of Digital Identity: How Suremark Makes Verifying People Seamless at Scale

  Jul 30, 202646 min

  Explore how AI, neural networks, and technological scaling are transforming industries, security, and business operations today. Scott Stornetta shares insights from his pioneering work in AI, the evolution of neural networks, and the strategic advancements by companies like Elon Musk’s ventures — all through the lens of future-proofing and responsible innovation. Perfect for entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts, and security professionals aiming to understand the next wave of digital evolution. 00:00 - Intro: The unpredictable nature of AI progress and technological breakthroughs 02:00 - The hardware arms race: Scaling compute power in AI industries 05:00 - Elon Musk’s space ventures: Pushing the limits of orbital compute and AI scalability 08:00 - The evolution of neural networks: From thousand-parameter models to trillion-parameter systems 12:00 - How large language models learn: The mechanics of training and generalization 16:00 - The slowdown in innovation: Is more data the key or are new models needed? 20:00 - Leveraging AI tools to overcome writer's block and improve research productivity 24:00 - The importance of responsibility and accountability when using AI-generated content 28:00 - Blockchain-style identity verification and combating deepfake fraud 32:00 - The business perspective: Scaling rapidly and managing organizational change like a sports team 36:00 - The role of profitability versus mission-driven entrepreneurship 40:00 - AI in security: Protecting digital identities and verifying online interactions with Shermark 44:00 - The future of content authenticity: Using blockchain to prevent fakes and deepfakes 48:00 - Final thoughts: Embracing responsible AI innovation and strategic scaling

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  Episode #62

  Episode 62 - Dittus Cyber - Cyber Warfare Weapons Developer

  Jul 24, 20261 hour

  Send us Fan Mail In this episode I have a conversation with Dittus (not his real name) about what it is like to develop cyber warfare weapons for the military and other agencies. We dive deep into this world that is rarely seen or heard about. If you enjoy the podcast please go leave a review on the platform you listen, like it & share the podcast. You can also follow the podcast on social media at the links below. Follow the Podcast on Social Media! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secunfpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SecUnfPodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SecurityUnfilteredPodcast Dittus Cyber Links: https://twitter.com/DittusCyber http://dittus.shop/ Support the show Follow the Podcast on Social Media! Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/joseph675128 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@securityunfilteredpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secunfpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SecUnfPodcast Affiliates ➡️ OffGrid Faraday Bags: https://offgrid.co/?ref=gabzvajh ➡️ OffGrid Coupon Code: JOE ➡️ Unplugged Phone: https://unplugged.com/ Unplugged's UP Phone - The performance you expect, with the privacy you deserve. Meet the alternative. Use Code UNFILTERED at checkout *See terms and conditions at affiliated webpages. Offers are subject to change. These are affiliated/paid promotions.

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  Episode #240

  AI Agents Are Quietly Destroying Organizations—Here's Why

  Jul 6, 202643 min

  Send us Fan Mail Eve Security: https://eve.security/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadav-cornberg/ The Future of Cybersecurity in an AI-Driven World BOLD, FEELING THE PULSE, AND MAKING YOU THINK: Nadav Cornberg reveals the seismic shifts coming to cybersecurity due to AI. From threat evolution to governance of intelligent agents, this episode is a wake-up call for every security professional. Are you ready to adapt, or will you get left behind? Timestamps: 00:00 - Introducing Nadav Cornberg: tech journey from Israel to AI security 02:30 - Over 20 years fighting evolving cyber threats 05:00 - How AI adoption accelerates security risks 07:15 - Navigating the new governance of autonomous AI agents 09:40 - The danger of prompt injections and malicious exploits 11:50 - Transition from permission-based to behavior-based security 14:10 - Classic security paradigms challenged by AI behaviors 16:35 - The future attack landscape in an agentic AI world 19:10 - Managing unintended actions and the importance of real-time governance 21:50 - The shift in cybersecurity roles due to AI tools 24:20 - Cost efficiency, model local deployment, and tokens 27:00 - Strategic considerations: investments, startups, and geopolitical factors 30:15 - Long-term future: local models, digital waste, and workforce evolution 34:00 - The importance of proactive innovation in security 37:15 - Eve Security’s approach to managing AI behaviors and risk 39:30 - Protecting organizations without limiting AI’s potential 41:50 - Final thoughts: Future-proofing your security strategies Support the show Follow the Podcast on Social Media! Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/joseph675128 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@securityunfilteredpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secunfpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SecUnfPodcast Affiliates ➡️ OffGrid Faraday Bags: https://offgrid.co/?ref=gabzvajh ➡️ OffGrid Coupon Code: JOE ➡️ Unplugged Phone: https://unplugged.com/ Unplugged's UP Phone - The performance you expect, with the privacy you deserve. Meet the alternative. Use Code UNFILTERED at checkout *See terms and conditions at affiliated webpages. Offers are subject to change. These are affiliated/paid promotions.

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  Episode #239

  The Scary Future of AI-Driven Social Engineering — Are You Ready?

  Jun 8, 202658 min

  Send us Fan Mail Bobby Ford, a seasoned cybersecurity leader and CISO turned strategist, joins us for a powerhouse discussion on how AI is reshaping social engineering threats and what organizations need to do now to stay protected. From militaristic origins to startup innovation, Bobby’s insights are both visionary and urgent. This episode is a must-listen for anyone serious about defending against tomorrow’s cyber threats. Timestamps: 00:00 - Why social engineering AI threats are now more relevant than ever 02:12 - The importance of transparency about what you don't know in cybersecurity 04:25 - The ‘third why’ technique to test real expertise in security conversations 06:40 - How a podcast episode led to a future leadership role at Doppel 08:08 - Bobby's journey from military cybersecurity to startup strategy 09:52 - The early days of Pentagon incident response teams and military innovation 11:45 - De-gaussing hard drives in the 1980s and the evolution of data destruction 13:09 - The FBI's updated wiping standards and data recovery advances 14:16 - The challenge of data forensics and how little data is enough to piece together activity 14:53 - How social engineering tests can be made more realistic and effective 15:49 - The importance of testing controls, not just user awareness 16:46 - Building resilient organizations with layered digital and human defenses 18:46 - Why preventing attacks before they land is critical in AI-driven threats 19:37 - External versus internal controls and the threat from outside-in protections 22:23 - Social engineering as an effort to engineer humans for good or bad 23:42 - How generative AI makes it impossible for users to tell real from fake 24:17 - The alarming rise in convincing, AI-generated phishing emails and calls 25:54 - The necessity of shifting accountability from users to technology 27:19 - AI-to-AI attack scenarios and the future of autonomous cyber conflict 29:34 - Mirroring military AI strategies in digital cyber warfare 31:08 - The role of internet localization and firewalls in a future of AI-enabled conflict 33:41 - How security controls will evolve in an AI-powered world 36:49 - Why security is a business enabler, not just a gatekeeper 41:29 - The history of security’s “catch-up” game and embracing digital transformation 44:47 - The mindset of a cyber mercenary—focusing on outcomes and results 46:45 - The rapid evolution toward zero-day, AI-enabled breaches 49:57 - The four pillars of AI-fueled attacks: hyper-personalization, multi-channel, speed, and volume 51:13 - How a simple online search can make attack success egregiously easy 52:05 - Demonstration of AI-based social engineering at scale, terrifying yet promising defenses 56:41 - Bobby’s closing thoughts: security as outcome-driven and resilient Doppel: https://www.doppel.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbyjford/ Support the show Follow the Podcast on Social Media! Tesla Referral Code: https://ts.la/joseph675128 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@securityunfilteredpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secunfpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SecUnfPodcast Affiliates ➡️ OffGrid Faraday Bags: https://offgrid.co/?ref=gabzvajh ➡️ OffGrid Coupon Code: JOE ➡️ Unplugged Phone: https://unplugged.com/ Unplugged's UP Phone - The performance you expect, with the privacy you deserve. Meet the alternative. Use Code UNFILTERED at checkout *See terms and conditions at affiliated webpages. Offers are subject to change. These are affiliated/paid promotions.

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