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Patch [FIX] Tuesday – September 2025: [Hyper-V on the Hot Seat, Phone Link Priv-Esc, and NTFS RCE], E23 Sep 09, 2025

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Stay ahead of September 2025 Patch Tuesday. Automox experts Ryan Braunstein, Henry Smith, and Seth Hoyt break down three high-impact items you need to act on now: Hyper-V privilege escalation, XAML/Phone Link elevation paths, and an NTFS remote code execution.

You’ll get:

Clear patch priorities and timing.
Likely attack paths and real-world detection tips.
Hardening moves: WDAC/AppLocker, least privilege, Phone Link controls, and removing Hyper-V where it’s not needed.
How to use the Automox console to group at-risk devices, push updates, disable features, and verify compliance.

Subscribe, share with your team, and tighten your local attack surface today.

Hands-On IT – Building Blocks of IT: From Problems to Solutions pt. 2, E21 Sep 04, 2025

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In the second half of this crossover between Hands On IT and Automate IT, hosts Landon Miles and Jeremy Maldonado shift from defining IT problems to actually building, testing, and refining solutions. They dig into choosing the right tools without getting lost in endless options, the value of learning from APIs and documentation, and why “don’t reinvent the wheel” is a mantra every IT pro should adopt.

Along the way, they share real-world stories about discovering hidden libraries, avoiding common pitfalls, and leaning on version control to save projects from chaos. From Python and Bash basics to Git, Postman, and even the “bus test” for documentation, this episode is packed with practical lessons to help you turn automations into lasting, maintainable solutions.

Whether you’re just starting your automation journey or looking to optimize and scale what you’ve already built, you’ll find insights, strategies, and inspiration to take your IT problem-solving further.

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Automate IT – Building Blocks of IT: From Problems to Solutions pt. 1, E18 Sep 02, 2025

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In this special crossover between Hands On IT and Automate IT, hosts Landon Miles and Jeremy Maldonado dive into the building blocks of IT solutions. They share practical ways to approach automation without the overwhelm—starting from defining real-world problems and breaking them into manageable steps. Along the way, they explore Linux as a problem-solving tool, home lab tinkering, Docker, Proxmox, and the power of learning by experimenting (and breaking things!). Whether you’re new to IT or ready to sharpen your automation mindset, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and actionable takeaways.

Stay tuned for Part 2, where we dig into the tools, testing, and turning automations into solutions!

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Autonomous IT, Live! – 3 Ways to Make Your Path to Director of IT Less Scary Aug 26, 2025

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It’s not just a show, it's a lifeline for how to unscary a seemingly daunting career journey – no matter where you're at in your IT or security hustle.

From super-talented IT cartoonist and influencer marketing service agency co-owner, Forrest Brazeal, and gifted Automox VP of Customer Experience, Charles Coaxum, to the sagely verbose CISO and VP of Product at Automox, Jason Kikta, and Gong’s inspirational Director of IT, James Sennett – our handpicked line-up of industry trailblazers won’t just talk about how to advance. Instead, they’ll walk you through real-life strategies to help you climb the career ladder and stay on the top rung once you get there.

This show was broadcast live Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 12 PM Central Time.

Automate IT – Building Resilient IT Teams and Solutions, E12 Aug 19, 2025

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In this episode of the Automate IT podcast, Jeremy Maldonado discusses the importance of resilience and adaptability in the IT field as we enter 2025. He emphasizes the need for personal and team resilience, effective communication, and the ability to learn from setbacks. The conversation covers practical steps for achieving IT resilience, including risk identification, researching services, testing, and having a disaster recovery plan. Jeremy concludes by encouraging listeners to embrace resilience for a successful year ahead.

This episode originally aired January 2, 2025

CISO IT — Hacker Summer Camp 2025: A Recap of Black Hat & DEF CON, E19 Aug 14, 2025

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Join Automox CISO and SVP of Product Jason Kikta for a recap of Black Hat and DEF CON 2025. In this episode, Jason shares his take on the conversation around AI in cybersecurity shifting from hype to practical tools for defenders. Hear why integrating AI into your CI/CD pipeline, alert triage, and vulnerability management could be a game changer, plus thoughts on choosing the right security events for your personality and goals. Whether you’re a conference veteran or a curious first-timer, this episode offers insights, humor, and encouragement to get more involved in the security community.

Patch [FIX] Tuesday – August 2025: [Crafted Files, Spoofed Certs, and Good Ol' SQL Injection], E22 Aug 12, 2025

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Join Automox cybersecurity experts Ryan Braunstein and Mat Lee for August 2025’s Patch [FIX] Tuesday, covering a Hyper-V privilege escalation, an Azure Virtual Machines spoofing flaw, and four serious SQL Server vulnerabilities. Learn how attackers could chain virtualization and cloud exploits, why crafted VHDX files and spoofed certificates are dangerous, and the ongoing threat of SQL injection. Includes recommendations for hardening databases, improving certificate management, and reducing lateral movement risks in virtualized environments.

Hands-On IT – The State of IT Careers and the Role of AI with Forrest Brazeal, E11 Aug 07, 2025

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In this episode of Hands-On IT, host Landon Miles sits down with special guest Forrest Brazeal to explore the current state of IT careers and the evolving role of AI in the tech landscape. As a renowned cloud architect and co-founder of Freeman and Forrest, Forrest shares his insights on upskilling for today’s competitive job market, the real impact of AI on IT roles, and how professionals can leverage creativity and networking to stand out. Tune in to hear expert advice on navigating career paths in IT, common job search pitfalls, and strategies for staying adaptable in a rapidly changing industry. Don’t miss this deep dive into the future of IT careers!

This episode originally aired October 29, 2024

Automox Insiders – Curiosity, Adaptability, and Career Growth with Ryan Jeziorski, E13 Aug 05, 2025

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In this episode of Automox Insiders, Maddie Regis speaks with Ryan Jeziorski, a Solutions Engineer at Automox, about the importance of IT adaptability and resilience. Ryan shares his diverse career background, his current role at Automox, and insights on how organizations can maintain uninterrupted services while adapting to changes in technology. He emphasizes the significance of continuous learning and patch management as key strategies for IT professionals. The conversation concludes with a fun game about companies that have successfully adapted their business models over time.

This episode originally aired January 9, 2025

Automox Insiders – By Your Command: The Cybersecurity Directive with Tom Bowyer, E10 Jul 31, 2025

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Maddie Regis speaks with Tom Bowyer, Director of Security at Automox, about the intersection of IT and cybersecurity. Tom shares his career journey, the importance of collaboration between IT and security teams, and insights into SOC compliance reports. He emphasizes the need for transparency, experimentation, and proactive problem-solving in enhancing cybersecurity.

This episode originally aired October 17, 2024

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