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Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast

Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast

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 Join us to hear stories from the Microsoft Threat Intelligence community as they navigate the ever-evolving threat landscape - uncovering APTs, cybercrime gangs, malware, vulnerabilities, and other weird and cool tools and tactics in the world of cyber threats. Featuring tales of innovation, teamwork, and cyber espionage, tune in to hear in-depth analyses of Microsoft's influence on the threat landscape and behind the scenes stories from the tireless researchers and analysts that take part. This enthralling and insightful podcast is delivered in a casual, conversational style that transports you to the frontlines of cyber defense.©2025 Microsoft Economics
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  • Tips from Grifter and Lintile for Attending Hacker Summer Camp

    Tips from Grifter and Lintile for Attending Hacker Summer Camp
    Jul 9 2025
    In this episode of the Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast, host⁠ ⁠⁠Sherrod DeGrippo is joined by Grifter, the legendary Black Hat NOC lead, and Lintile, host of Hacker Jeopardy, to go behind the scenes of DEF CON and Black Hat. They unpack the chaos of managing the world’s most hostile networks, share advice for first-time attendees, and explore the vibrant hacker community that thrives on connection, contests, and lifelong friendships. The conversation also covers how to submit compelling CFP abstracts, why live events matter, and the controlled mayhem that defines Hacker Jeopardy each year in Las Vegas. Heading to Black Hat? Join us at booth #2246 where we will be recording new episodes, and request to attend the VIP Mixer. We’ll also be hosting the BlueHat podcast, our friends from GitHub, and experts from our incident response team. In this episode you’ll learn: Why skipping talks at DEF CON to join contests and villages can be more valuable Tips for crafting compelling CFP abstracts that stand out among 1,000+ submissions The importance of connection and niche technical discussions in the hacker community Some questions we ask: What advice would you give to someone who has never been to DEF CON? How does the team plan traps and misdirection in Hacker Jeopardy questions? What do you think the community should focus on getting out of DEF CON? Resources: View Sherrod DeGrippo on LinkedIn Related Microsoft Podcasts: Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson The BlueHat Podcast Uncovering Hidden Risks Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts Get the latest threat intelligence insights and guidance at Microsoft Security Insider The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast is produced by Microsoft and distributed as part of N2K media network.
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • The Art and Science of Microsoft’s Red Team

    The Art and Science of Microsoft’s Red Team
    Jun 25 2025
    In this episode of the Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast, host⁠ ⁠⁠Sherrod DeGrippo is joined by Craig Nelson, who leads the elite Microsoft Red Team. Together, they dive into the art and impact of red teaming at Microsoft: what it means to simulate real-world attacks, how threat intelligence informs operations, and why collaboration between red and blue teams is crucial for organizational resilience. Craig shares the surprising mission that blurred the lines between physical and cyber security, reflects on how AI is reshaping attacker tactics and defensive strategies, and offers advice for aspiring red teamers. From stories of early hacker days in the ’90s to navigating the complexities of securing cloud and AI systems, this conversation is packed with insights on how Microsoft stays ahead of evolving threats. In this episode you’ll learn: The role of human behavior in real-world security breaches How Microsoft’s Secure Future Initiative impacts security culture What the Microsoft Red Team does and what it doesn’t do Some questions we ask: How do you feel about getting caught during a red team operation? What do you wish people paid more attention to in red team findings? Is this new AI complexity good or bad for red teaming? Resources: View Craig Nelson on LinkedIn View Sherrod DeGrippo on LinkedIn Related Microsoft Podcasts: Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson The BlueHat Podcast Uncovering Hidden Risks Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts Get the latest threat intelligence insights and guidance at Microsoft Security Insider The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast is produced by Microsoft and distributed as part of N2K media network.
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    41 mins
  • A Peek Inside Microsoft’s Global Fight Against Cyber Threats

    A Peek Inside Microsoft’s Global Fight Against Cyber Threats
    Jun 11 2025
    Recorded live at RSAC 2025, this special episode of the Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast, hosted by Sherrod DeGrippo, brings together Jeremy Dallman from the Microsoft Threat Intelligence and Steven Masada from Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit. The panel explores the psychology and techniques behind nation-state and criminal cyber actors, how Microsoft innovatively uses legal and technical disruption to dismantle threats like Cobalt Strike and Storm-2139, and the growing trend of adversaries leveraging AI. From North Korean fake job interviews to China's critical infrastructure infiltration, this episode highlights how Microsoft is staying ahead of the curve—and sometimes even rewriting the playbook. In this episode you’ll learn: How targeting attacker techniques is more effective than chasing specific actors The surprising ways threat actors use AI—for productivity, not just deepfakes Why North Korean threat actors are building full-blown video games to drop malware Some questions we ask: What’s the role of Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit and how is it unique in the industry? Why should cybersecurity professionals read legal indictments? What impact did Microsoft’s legal actions have on tools like Cobalt Strike and Quakbot? Resources: View Jeremy Dallman on LinkedIn View Steven Masada on LinkedIn View Sherrod DeGrippo on LinkedIn Bold action against fraud: Disrupting Storm-1152 Related Microsoft Podcasts: Afternoon Cyber Tea with Ann Johnson The BlueHat Podcast Uncovering Hidden Risks Discover and follow other Microsoft podcasts at microsoft.com/podcasts Get the latest threat intelligence insights and guidance at Microsoft Security Insider The Microsoft Threat Intelligence Podcast is produced by Microsoft and distributed as part of N2K media network.
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    46 mins

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