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9.2 - Navigating Smart Home Security Sep 14, 2026

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Let's talk home automations, where the lights, the locks, the thermostat, and the doorbell all have opinions (and an internet connection). On this episode, Geoff and Skyler sit down to chat with TrustedSec's Adam Compton, a Principal Security Consultant and resident "Automator." Even though Adam resides in a farmhouse built in the 1800s, his home is anything but outdated. From automatic window blinds to driveway gates, Adam has automated just about everything he can. Listen as we discuss favorite websites, resources, and hardware hacks for all your home automation needs. Skyler and Adam go on a verbal side-quest to discuss going fully local when it comes to smart home assistants. Join us for another fun episode that just might have you saying, "Alexa, you're fired!"

Resources:

Home Assistant - https://www.home-assistant.io/

Aqara - https://www.aqara.com/en/

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Hack the planet! Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

9.1 - Hacker Summer Camp 2026 Aug 31, 2026

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We're back, by way of Vegas! After a summer break, Geoff and Skyler are kicking off Season 9 of the Security Noise Podcast with tales from Hacker Summer Camp (AKA - Black Hat and DEF CON)! We are joined by Principal Security Engineer Mike Spitzer, who gave a Black Hat Training, and Senior Security Consultant James Williams, who spoke at both cons this year about his social engineering tool "Reel." They're here to give us the good, the bad, the ugly, and the pleasant surprises. We compare each con, how they have changed over the years, and things that caught their attention while they roamed the floors of each. Join us as we welcome our friends home from Hacker Summer Camp and out of that desert heat!

8.17 - The Soap Opera That AI Created Jun 01, 2026

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It's a dramatic ending... of Season 8! On this episode of Security Noise, we are talking about the metaphorical soap opera that AI created. Since OpenAI was founded in 2015 as a non-profit AI lab, it has brought on dramatic interactions between its founders, culminating in a lawsuit in which Elon Musk sued cofounders Sam Altman and Greg Brockman over claims that OpenAI has "betrayed" its founding mission. We talk about allllll the drama in this season finale, joined by TrustedSec's Advisory Solutions Director Alex Hamerstone, entertaining the implications of the recent OpenAI trial and the BIG personalities that are shaping AI's future. Who will have control over that future? Investors, non-profits, founders, or giant tech platforms? And what does that mean for the rest of us, beyond Silicon Valley?

8.16 - Canvas On Fire: Inside the Largest Education-Sector Breach in History May 19, 2026

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On this episode of Security Noise, we are joined by TrustedSec Founder and CEO Dave Kennedy and IR Practice Lead Ryan Macfarlane to talk about the Canvas LMS Ransomware incident. HOLD ON TO YOUR GRADES as we dive into the attack details, response strategies, and overall outlook for cybersecurity in education and beyond! From the initial breach to the scramble to restore systems, we break down exactly how attackers exploited vulnerabilities in one of the most widely used learning management platforms in the world.

8.15 - All is Not Quiet on the Detection Front May 04, 2026

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AI and automation are giving attackers unprecedented speed and scale — so how do defenders fight back? On this episode of Security Noise, we are joined by Carlos Perez, Director of Security Intelligence at TrustedSec, and John Dwyer, Deputy CTO and Head of ARC Labs at Binary Defense. They sit down with Geoff on Skyler to discuss how AI and automation are fundamentally reshaping the way defenders think, work, and respond. They unpack how machine speed and intelligent tooling are raising the stakes on both sides of the attack surface. From the power and limitations of open source security to the emergence of AI-assisted attack methodologies, this episode challenges defenders to rethink their strategies before adversaries outpace them. What does it takes to stay ahead in an environment where the pace of change is the biggest threat of all?

In this episode: - How AI is transforming threat hunting and detection engineering - Why open source security is more critical than ever - How attackers are already using AI — and what that means for defenders - What the future of security operations actually looks like

8.14 - The Game Is Over? Gamification of Infosec Apr 23, 2026

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What if learning cybersecurity felt less like a compliance checkbox and more like an adventure? In this episode, Geoff and Skyler sit down with two special guests to explore how gamification is revolutionizing the way people learn about security tactics and concepts. TrustedSec's Senior Security Consultant Travis Kaun drops in to talk about his latest community offering: Dungeons and Daemons, a web-based RPG that simulates a "live" engagement as a Red Teamer. We are also joined by Tim Doerges who is Lead Developer of Backdoors & Breaches at Black Hills InfoSec to talk about how this incident response card game has taken off since its launch and what developments are on the horizon. See demos of these games on YouTube to get a better understanding of why the future of cybersecurity education could be through gamified experiences.

YouTube podcast video - https://youtu.be/rngJj3NFk0k

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

Resources: Backdoors and Breaches - https://www.blackhillsinfosec.com/tools/backdoorsandbreaches/

Dungeons and Demons - https://dnd.trustedsec.net

TrustedSec - https://trustedsec.com

Black Hills Security - https://blackhillsinfosec.com

MetaCTF platform - https://metactf.com

8.13 - A Goblin, a Ghost, and a Ninja Walk into the Azure Bar Apr 06, 2026

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On this episode of Security Noise, Geoff and Skyler are joined by NyxGeek to discuss his suite of Azure bypass techniques that focus on user enumeration (which sometimes border on absurd). Since these techniques leave no trace, what does it mean to the organizations trusting authentication logs? We also discuss Microsoft's response to his findings and Geoff's suspicion that he may be responsible for a couple of table flips over at the MS HQ. Read NyxGeek's latest blog here: https://trustedsec.com/blog/full-disclosure-a-third-and-fourth-azure-sign-in-log-bypass-found

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

8.12 - AI is Exploring The Deep Blue CVEs Mar 24, 2026

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Let's find a CVE! On this episode of Security Noise, we explore the cutting-edge use of AI in vulnerability research, exploit development, and cybersecurity defense. Guests Christopher Paschen, Research Practice Lead at TrustedSec, and Principal Security Consultant Justin Bollinger sit down with Geoff and Skyler to discuss how frontier AI models are transforming security practices, the ethical implications, and the future of AI-driven hacking and defense.

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

8.11 - IR Evolve Mar 09, 2026

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How is incident response (IR) changing as threats are advancing? Increasing attack speeds and dropping exfiltration times have responders on high alert. On this episode of Security Noise, we invite TrustedSec's Incident Response Practice Lead Ryan Macfarlane on the podcast to discuss current findings in the digital forensics and IR space and how AI impacts cybersecurity. Ryan also talks about his time as an FBI Cyber agent.

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

8.10 - Ten Years: A Decade of Doing This Feb 23, 2026

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It's our 10TH ANNIVERSARY! In this episode of Security Noise, we react to some significant developments in InfoSec, including Microsoft's integration of Sysmon into Windows. We are joined by TrustedSec Founder and CEO David Kennedy to celebrate a decade of our podcast and talk about the early years. As we reminisce, Skyler digs through the archives and pulls up some old clips to see how TrustedSec has evolved in the cybersecurity space over the years. Lastly, but not leastly, we are joined by Senior Security Consultant Kelsey Segrue as she gives her analysis on the U.S. Government's newly-conquered control over TikTok and we discuss the future of social media platforms.

About this podcast: Security Noise, a TrustedSec Podcast hosted by Geoff Walton and Producer/Contributor Skyler Tuter, features our cybersecurity experts in conversation about the infosec topics that interest them the most. Find more cybersecurity resources on our website at https://trustedsec.com/resources.

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