The Unfair Fight

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014: New Tactics and Techniques From the Bad Guys Sep 07, 2022

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Xavier Salinas, CTO, and David Rushmer, Director of Threat Research, join Jon Murchison, founder and CEO, to discuss new tactics and techniques they have recently seen from malicious actors. They provide an overview on how these breaches typically occur, how administrative privileges can be used to maliciously access documentation management platforms, as well as some lessons learned on MSP documentation tools. Hackers are continuing to be more creative and clever, utilizing more built-in tools other than RMM software. Because of this, it’s critical to look at infrastructure from a network design standpoint, especially in highly virtualized environments. Xavier and David agree that when you can truly understand what an adversary can see, you can better defend it.

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013: Living Compromised and The Five Pillars of An Effective Stack Aug 24, 2022

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Jon Murchison with The Unfair Fight welcomes Matt Lee, one of the leading voices in cybersecurity for the MSP channel. Now the Senior Director of Security & Compliance at Pax8, they first dive into how Matt got into cybersecurity and became the industry unicorn he is—truly enjoying traveling and being on camera. The conversation then turns to current cybersecurity challenges and how curious people are often the most successful. Matt additionally talks about what it means to ‘live compromised’, the five pillars of a pragmatic stack, and the main questions MSPs should be asking their vendors.

012: Advice and The Biggest Challenges to MSPs Aug 10, 2022

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In our latest episode of The Unfair Fight, Jon Murchison, founder and CEO of Blackpoint, welcomes Kevin Lancaster, the CEO of both The Venture Mentor and Channel Program. A leading authority in cybersecurity and technological innovation, Kevin talks about his journey from pool management to entrepreneurship and cybersecurity. He has partnered with massive enterprises, such as HHS and the Department of Veteran Affairs, providing 70 different technological solutions on their contract vehicles. He gives expert advice on how vendors and MSPs can better support each other and where he sees the short and long-term future going for MSPs. A widely recognized force in the IT industry, you won’t want to miss Kevin’s insight and experience. Tune in now!

About the Unfair Fight Podcast

Blackpoint Cyber does the fighting for you, but ever wish you could get closer to the action? Hear all the details firsthand at our podcast, The Unfair Fight. Listen to regular episodes where founder & CEO, Jon Murchison, CTO, Xavier Salinas, and Director of Threat Research, David Rushmer, get real and talk all things cybersecurity.

011: Password Spraying, Email Impersonation, and Disinformation with Blackpoint APG Jul 28, 2022

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This week, Jon Murchison is joined by David Rushmer and Xavier Salinas. They kick off the show with the news of Phillip Dragovic and his DFC Course, discussing two proof of concepts. Then, David gives us his perspective on being the eyes and ears of the highest-hitting IPs, password spraying, email impersonation trends, and how to better educate MSPs. They then talk about authority and perceived power in disinformation and war, why it’s important to ask difficult questions, and one dirty little secret the professionals may not want you to know.

010: Part 2: National Security, Cyber Geopolitics, and Leading with Vision — General Jonathan George Jul 07, 2022

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Jon Murchison, Blackpoint founder and CEO, is back with retired Brigadier General Jonathan George. In this continued conversation from our last episode, he discusses the key to good leadership, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and the importance of innovation and creativity. Currently a special advisor for the U.S. Strategic Command’s Strategic Advisory Group, the Science, Technology, and Transformation Panel, and the Bomber Task Force, you won’t want to miss the rest of this conversation.

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009: Part 1: National Security, Cyber Geopolitics, and Leading with Vision - General Jonathan George Jun 23, 2022

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This week, Jon Murchison, Blackpoint’s founder and CEO, welcomes Brigadier General Jonathan George to our podcast. He has had an impressive and extensive career, including roles as pilot-in-command and deputy commanding general, and two assignments to the White House. He is presently the Director of Strategic Capabilities Policy for the National Security Council (NSC) in Washington, D.C.

In this episode, Brig. Gen. George talks about his staff assignments including with his time with the U.S. Air Force and in Afghanistan, serving under Presidents Reagan, GHW Bush, and Obama, and shares about the national decision-making process involved in all his years. They also discuss staying on top of technology and establishing the right vision as a leader. And of course, he talks about what it’s really like flying a U-2, B-1, and B-2 jet. Be sure to keep an eye out for part two of General George and Jon’s conversation in a few weeks!

008: Global Integration, Freeing the Data, and Sharing Through Community with Phyllis Lee Jun 09, 2022

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This week, Xavier Salinas, CTO, and David Rushmer, Director of Threat Research, welcome Phyllis Lee, Senior Director of Controls at the Center of Internet Security. Phyllis talks about the Center’s mission to provide best security practices for small, medium, and large organizations and to serve the underserved. Phyllis discusses the details of working with small and medium enterprises, and the amazing response the Center has had from the community. She talks with them about the misconceptions about security industries, and why we need to set standards across the board for organizations to integrate globally. Phyllis gives her thoughts on indicators of compromise vs. behavior, and why it’s so crucial for people to focus on the intent.

007: Breaking down HAFNIUM, Staying Curious, and Advice for Budding Security Professionals with David Rushmer May 27, 2022

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This week, Jon Murchison, CEO, explores HAFNIUM with Xavier Salinas, CTO, and David Rushmer, Director of Threat Research. They learn a little bit more about this state-sponsored threat identified by Microsoft including some of their tradecraft, tactics, and how they differ from other ransomware groups. David gives them his perspective based on his years of experience in the threat research and threat intelligence space, and also shares his advice for budding security professionals on using your resources and staying curious.

006: Five Eyes Warn of Increase in Cyberattacks Targeting MSPs May 19, 2022

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In this episode, Jon Murchison, founder and CEO, is joined by David Rushmer, Director of Threat Research, Xavier Salinas, Chief Technology Officer, and Wilfredo Santiago, VP of Threat Operations, to discuss a joint security advisory released by the Five Eyes on May 11. The Five Eyes are an alliance comprised of cybersecurity authorities in the US, Canada, the UK, Australia and New Zealand. The advisory called upon managed service providers (MSPs) to bolster their cyber defenses in response to an observed uptick in cyberthreat activity aimed at them and their customers.

Join Blackpoint leadership as they discuss their pragmatic take on the advisory based on real world data we see every day. MSPs should continue to do everything in their power to prevent attacks and protect their end customers. Keep your and your customers’ businesses running by staying up to date on your cyber hygiene and building a lean, powerful security stack.

We don’t want you to live in FUD: fear, uncertainty and doubt. Trust our decades of extensive knowledge in real-world defensive and offensive tactics. Contact us to safeguard your and your customers’ businesses today.

005: Think Like a Fighter: Insights from the Ring to the World of Business May 11, 2022

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This week Jon Murchison, Blackpoint CEO, sits down with one of the all-time greatest fighters in Mixed Martial Arts, Georges St-Pierre. After training from the age of 7, and becoming a 2nd degree Karate blackbelt by 12, Georges knew that his destiny was to be in the ring and dedicated his life to reaching that goal. He diversified by adding various disciplines into his training, including boxing, wrestling, and Jiu-Jitsu to become an amateur fighter by 16 and continued in came back stronger in 2008 and regained victory and has not lost a title since. In 2013 Georges retired, holding the record for most UFC wins in title bouts, and after a four-year hiatus and returned to the ring in 2017 to defeat his opponent and become the UFC Middleweight Champion, he is now the fourth fighter in the history of the sport to be a multi-divisional champion.

During their compelling conversation in Georges’ hometown of Montreal, he and Jon discuss success, drive, and the determination that it takes to be the best. They talk about how to use perceived setbacks as an opportunity to learn, grow, and dominate the competition in sport or cybersecurity, and how to apply learnings in the ring or in business.

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