Threat Vector by Palo Alto Networks

In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Assaf Dahan, Director of Threat Research at Palo Alto Networks’ Cortex team, about the rising cyber threat from North Korea. Dahan, a cybersecurity expert with over 18 years of experience, discusses the nation's strategic shift towards cybercrime for financial gain, highlighting the scale and sophistication of their operations. Together, they examine the evolution of North Korea’s hacking capabilities—from high-profile attacks like the 2014 Sony hack to current, more calculated cyber operations, including crypto heists and malware targeting global financial institutions. Dahan breaks down how North Korea has leveraged cyber warfare as a cost-effective, asymmetric strategy, allowing the regime to target various sectors, from tech to defense, while evading accountability. With billions of dollars reportedly generated through cybercrime, North Korea’s unique blend of espionage, sabotage, and financial crime poses a dual threat to governments and businesses alike. Read the latest Threat Research on North Korean Threat Actors at https://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/threat-assessment-north-korean-threat-groups-2024/ and https://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/tag/north-korea/  Join the conversation on our social media channels: Website: http://www.paloaltonetworks.com  Threat Research: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/LifeatPaloAltoNetworks/⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/palo-alto-networks/ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@paloaltonetworks Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PaloAltoNtwks⁠⁠⁠⁠ About Threat Vector Threat Vector, Palo Alto Networks podcast, is your premier destination for security thought leadership. Join us as we explore pressing cybersecurity threats, robust protection strategies, and the latest industry trends. The podcast features in-depth discussions with industry leaders, Palo Alto Networks experts, and customers, providing crucial insights for security decision-makers. Whether you're looking to stay ahead of the curve with innovative solutions or understand the evolving cybersecurity landscape, Threat Vector equips you with the knowledge needed to safeguard your organization. Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto Networks enables your team to prevent successful cyberattacks with an automated approach that delivers consistent security across the cloud, network, and mobile. ⁠http://paloaltonetworks.com⁠

In this episode of Threat Vector, David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, is joined by cybersecurity experts Kyle Wilhoit, Director of Threat Research, and Michal Goldstein, Director of Security Architecture and Research at Palo Alto Networks. Together, they explore the critical role of war rooms in responding to major security incidents. The conversation delves into best practices for real-time threat intelligence collection, the evolving threat landscape, and how automation can streamline incident response. This episode is essential listening for anyone looking to enhance their organization's resilience against emerging cyber threats. Tune in to learn how to master war room strategies and prepare for the next big security challenge. Join the conversation on our social media channels: Website: http://www.paloaltonetworks.com  Threat Research: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/LifeatPaloAltoNetworks/⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/palo-alto-networks/ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@paloaltonetworks Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PaloAltoNtwks⁠⁠⁠⁠ About Threat Vector Threat Vector, Palo Alto Networks podcast, is your premier destination for security thought leadership. Join us as we explore pressing cybersecurity threats, robust protection strategies, and the latest industry trends. The podcast features in-depth discussions with industry leaders, Palo Alto Networks experts, and customers, providing crucial insights for security decision-makers. Whether you're looking to stay ahead of the curve with innovative solutions or understand the evolving cybersecurity landscape, Threat Vector equips you with the knowledge needed to safeguard your organization. Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto Networks enables your team to prevent successful cyberattacks with an automated approach that delivers consistent security across the cloud, network, and mobile. ⁠http://paloaltonetworks.com⁠

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, stabilization, and maximizing organizational expertise. Chris emphasizes a shift in crisis response, moving from a top-down to a more collaborative approach that empowers internal experts. The discussion covers key strategies like strengthening communication channels, rehearsing response protocols, and documenting procedures. They also examine the impact of next-gen technologies like XDR, SIEM, and SOAR in enhancing response through data analysis and automation. Key takeaways include leading global teams, ensuring seamless response across regions, preventing burnout, and building post-crisis trust with the board. Chris offers practical advice on empowering team members to make quick, effective decisions and refining decision-making through thorough post-crisis evaluations. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to lead through the complexities of modern cybersecurity threats. Join the conversation on our social media channels: Website: http://www.paloaltonetworks.com  Threat Research: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/LifeatPaloAltoNetworks/⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/palo-alto-networks/ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@paloaltonetworks Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PaloAltoNtwks⁠⁠⁠⁠ About Threat Vector Threat Vector, Palo Alto Networks podcast, is your premier destination for security thought leadership. Join us as we explore pressing cybersecurity threats, robust protection strategies, and the latest industry trends. The podcast features in-depth discussions with industry leaders, Palo Alto Networks experts, and customers, providing crucial insights for security decision-makers. Whether you're looking to stay ahead of the curve with innovative solutions or understand the evolving cybersecurity landscape, Threat Vector equips you with the knowledge needed to safeguard your organization. Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto Networks enables your team to prevent successful cyberattacks with an automated approach that delivers consistent security across the cloud, network, and mobile. ⁠http://paloaltonetworks.com⁠

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, ransomware trends, and the growing role of operational resilience. Wendi offers practical advice for organizations to adapt their defenses and reduce downtime, safeguarding their operations. This episode is packed with insights that help cybersecurity professionals stay ahead of modern threats. Join the conversation on our social media channels: Website: http://www.paloaltonetworks.com  Threat Research: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/LifeatPaloAltoNetworks/⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/palo-alto-networks/ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@paloaltonetworks Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PaloAltoNtwks⁠⁠⁠⁠ About Threat Vector Threat Vector, Palo Alto Networks podcast, is your premier destination for security thought leadership. Join us as we explore pressing cybersecurity threats, robust protection strategies, and the latest industry trends. The podcast features in-depth discussions with industry leaders, Palo Alto Networks experts, and customers, providing crucial insights for security decision-makers. Whether you're looking to stay ahead of the curve with innovative solutions or understand the evolving cybersecurity landscape, Threat Vector equips you with the knowledge needed to safeguard your organization. Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto Networks enables your team to prevent successful cyberattacks with an automated approach that delivers consistent security across the cloud, network, and mobile. ⁠http://paloaltonetworks.com⁠

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 cultural differences, prioritize limited budgets for maximum impact, and build collaboration in security teams. Brian also shares insights on creating a balance between security and usability, tackling the challenges in OT environments, and how to weave continuous improvement into security strategies. This episode offers practical advice for CISOs and cybersecurity leaders navigating the evolving threat landscape. Join the conversation on our social media channels: Website: http://www.paloaltonetworks.com  Podcast: https://www.paloaltonetworks.com/podcasts/threat-vector Threat Research: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://unit42.paloaltonetworks.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/LifeatPaloAltoNetworks/⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/palo-alto-networks/ YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@paloaltonetworks Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/PaloAltoNtwks⁠⁠⁠⁠ About Threat Vector Threat Vector, Palo Alto Networks podcast, is your premier destination for security thought leadership. Join us as we explore pressing cybersecurity threats, robust protection strategies, and the latest industry trends. The podcast features in-depth discussions with industry leaders, Palo Alto Networks experts, and customers, providing crucial insights for security decision-makers. Whether you're looking to stay ahead of the curve with innovative solutions or understand the evolving cybersecurity landscape, Threat Vector equips you with the knowledge needed to safeguard your organization. Palo Alto Networks Palo Alto Networks enables your team to prevent successful cyberattacks with an automated approach that delivers consistent security across the cloud, network, and mobile. ⁠http://paloaltonetworks.com⁠