In this special episode of Breaking Badness, we wrap up 2024 with a countdown of the top episodes, puns, and cybersecurity moments that defined the year. From the hoodiest hacks to the goodiest wins, Kali, Tim, and Taylor reflect on critical insights, industry-changing events, and listener favorites. Tune in for discussions about evolving OT security, DNS mishaps, ransomware trends, and expert predictions for 2025. Featuring special moments like our Hacker Summer Camp interviews and top cybersecurity guests, this episode is both insightful and entertaining.
Show Notes:
A Year of Cybersecurity Milestones and Puns
As the year comes to a close, Breaking Badness celebrates the top moments of 2024 with a look back at the most impactful cybersecurity stories, expert interviews, and, of course, the puns that made us laugh. Whether you're a cybersecurity professional or just curious about the industry, this blog will guide you through the highlights of the episode.
The Hoodiest vs. The Goodiest: Cybersecurity Highlights of 2024
The team kicks off the discussion with a unique rating system, assigning “hoodies” for bad cybersecurity moments and “goodies” for positive developments.
Key moments included:
- Hoodiest Moment: Midnight Blizzard/Nobelium’s extended campaigns and the telco infiltrations by Chinese threat actors.
- Goodiest Moment: Law enforcement's notable arrests, including members of the ransomware group LockBit.
Top Episodes of 2024: Listener Favorites
The podcast team reflects on the most popular episodes of the year:
- #1: Lesley Carhart Interview on OT Security
- Leslie shared her insights on challenges in operational technology (OT) security, legacy systems, and incident response..
- #2: A Tale of OAuth2 Cities
- Highlighting Prisma’s attack on Google accounts and Kaspersky’s operation triangulation research.
- #3: The Weak Security Default in Our Stars
- Covering DNS attacks and leaked PyPI admin tokens.
Breaking Badness’ Top Puns of 2024
Cybersecurity is serious, but the Breaking Badness team adds levity with creative episode titles.
Fan Favorites:
- “Say My CNAME”
- “Volt Typhoon Lagoon”
- “The Weak Security Default in Our Stars”
The Breaking Badness podcast continues to be a reliable source for insightful, entertaining, and timely cybersecurity discussions. We encourage listeners to remain vigilant and engaged in the evolving landscape of InfoSec.
“Stay Frosty, everyone!”
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