CYBERCAST

CYBERCAST

di Louis Zezeran
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Stagione 3
How a Secret Service Agent Infiltrated Global Cybercrime with Richard K. LaTulip
What does it take to sit across the table from a cybercriminal — drinks in hand, at 3 a.m. in Dubai — and not blow your cover? In this episode of the NEVERHACK Estonia Cybercast, host Ronnie Jaanhold sits down with Richard K. LaTulip, author, cybersecurity expert, and retired U.S. Secret Service Special Agent (1998–2020), now Field CISO at Recorded Future. Richard traces the evolution of cybercrime from counterfeit bills printed on all-in-one printers, through card skimming and IRC chatrooms, to the global carding forums he infiltrated during Operation Karter Chaos. He explains why the Secret Service opened an office in Tallinn, how he helped stop a million-dollar business email compromise in the Baltics, why Estonian hackers ended up with guns to their heads in the forest, and what quantum computing means for the next wave of crime. Plus: the Titanic analogy every executive should hear about threat intelligence, and how to win a signed copy of Richard's book, Operation Karter Chaos. Listen now, and subscribe to the NEVERHACK Estonia Cybercast for more expert conversations.
S3 · E85
15 lug 2026
1:13:09
Hunting Medusa: How One Flaw Took Down a Ransomware Gang ft Cristian Sindile
A broken leg. One overlooked WordPress setting. Three ransomware groups knocked offline. In this episode of the NEVERHACK Cybercast, host Britta Sillaots and co-host Louis Zezeran sit down with NEVERHACK SOC analyst Cristian Sindile to unpack the story behind his BSides London 2025 talk on disrupting the Medusa ransomware gang. Cristian reveals how he traced a gang's hidden Tor leak site back to a real IP address in Russia using an overlooked WordPress feature — exposing live ransom negotiations, payment sums, and Bitcoin addresses to law enforcement. From there, the conversation dives into the real craft of offensive cyber threat intelligence: OPSEC fundamentals, the psychology of infiltrating dark web forums, earning trust to harvest threat actors' own tools, and the fine line between responsible disclosure and vigilantism. It's a candid, fast-moving look at the human side of cybercrime — and how curiosity plus discipline can disrupt an entire criminal operation. 🎧 Listen now, subscribe for more, and share it with your team. Topic suggestions? Email cybercast@neverhack.com.
S3 · E84
2 lug 2026
43:42
What ISO 27001 Recertification Actually Looks Like
If anyone should breeze through an ISO 27001 audit, it's a cybersecurity company — right? In this episode of the NeverHack Cybercast, host Louis Zezeran sits down with Andres Järv, vCISO at NeverHack Estonia, fresh from the firm's own recertification, for an honest look at what the standard really demands. Andres breaks down what ISO 27001 actually is, the three-year audit cycle, what auditors look for (and how they catch you out), and why your documentation has to match reality. Then he unpacks the virtual CISO model: why even profitable companies outsource security leadership, what Estonia's talent shortage means under NIS2, and how NeverHack "eats its own dog food" by acting as its own vCISO client. Practical, candid, and jargon-free — essential listening for anyone facing certification or deciding whether to hire or outsource. 🎧 Listen now. Connect with Louis & Andres on LinkedIn, and visit neverhack.com to learn more. Subscribe for more from the NeverHack Cybercast.
S3 · E83
18 giu 2026
49:49
Hacking with AI: How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping Penetration Testing
What happens when you put AI in the hands of a professional hacker? In this episode of the NEVERHACK Cybercast, host Louis Zezeran sits down with Giorgi Sharia — Senior Penetration Tester at NEVERHACK Estonia — for one of the most honest and practical conversations about AI and offensive security you'll hear this year. Giorgi covers how AI is already being used in real pen test engagements, the growing threat of ungoverned AI models in the hands of attackers, why guardrail bypass is now a mainstream attack vector, and how NEVERHACK is building its own localised AI solution for clients who can't use public platforms. He also tells the story of Ronny — the custom LLM he built for the Nordic Baltic Security Summit CTF — and what happened when conference attendees tried to convince it to give up its secrets. Whether you're a seasoned security professional or just starting out, this one's unmissable. 🎧 Listen now. Follow for new episodes. Reach out to Louis or Giorgi on LinkedIn.
S3 · E82
4 giu 2026
1:06:24
Cloudflare’s Vision for AI Governance, Agents & the Future of Secure Development with Gregory Van Den Top
AI is changing cybersecurity, software development, and digital transformation faster than most organizations can keep up with. But how do you adopt AI securely without slowing innovation? In this episode of the NEVERHACK CyberCast, Louis Zezeran sits down with Gregory Van Den Top, Field CISO at Cloudflare, during the Immerse Tallinn event to explore Cloudflare’s vision for AI governance, secure agent architectures, AI gateways, serverless Workers, and the future of edge-based AI infrastructure. They discuss how organizations can safely experiment with AI, why flexible “AI primitives” matter more than rigid platforms, and how Zero Trust principles apply to autonomous AI agents. The conversation also dives into AI model orchestration, token optimization, developer-first infrastructure, and why many digital transformation projects fail. Whether you’re a developer, security professional, or business leader, this episode offers practical insights into building secure and scalable AI strategies for the future. Listen now and subscribe for more cybersecurity insights from NEVERHACK CyberCast.
S3 · E81
21 mag 2026
36:22
Quantum Computing & Cybersecurity: Real Risks, Post-Quantum Readiness, and What Businesses Must Do Now | NEVERHACK Webinar Replay
Quantum computing is coming—but what does it really mean for cybersecurity? In this NEVERHACK webinar, Louis Zezeran (Host, NEVERHACK Estonia) is joined by Guillaume Tassin (Head of GRC, NEVERHACK France), Kalev Pihl (CEO, SK ID Solutions), and Marco Berardi (Business Unit Manager, Data Security, NEVERHACK Italy) to break down the reality behind the hype. You’ll learn: What quantum computing actually is—and why it matters The real risk behind “harvest now, decrypt later” How digital signatures and encryption could be impacted Practical steps to start your post-quantum readiness journey This session combines strategic insight, technical expertise, and real-world experience to give you a clear, grounded understanding of what’s coming—and how to prepare. 🎧 Listen now and stay ahead of the next major shift in cybersecurity.
S3 · E80
7 mag 2026
1:06:53
From Small-Town Estonia to Cybersecurity Leadership: Jürgen Erm on Building NEVERHACK Estonia
What does it really take to become a cybersecurity leader? In this episode of NEVERHACK Estonia Cybercast, Louis Zezeran sits down with Jürgen Erm, Country Manager of NEVERHACK Estonia, for a personal and insightful conversation about leadership, career growth, and the human side of cyber. From growing up in eastern Estonia during a time of major social change to learning early lessons about online trust, military service, stakeholder management, and leading under pressure, Jürgen shares the experiences that shaped his approach. This episode covers: Jürgen’s path from IT student to cybersecurity leader How vulnerability management taught real leadership Why calm leadership matters in crisis Lessons from military service, mentors, and business growth How NEVERHACK Estonia evolved its cyber services for clients If you work in cybersecurity, lead teams, or want to understand the mindset behind resilient leadership, this episode is for you. Listen now, follow NEVERHACK Estonia Cybercast, and visit our website for more episodes and cybersecurity insights.
S3 · E79
23 apr 2026
1:29:41
Cyber Resilience in Modern Defense: Graham Taylor of OPSWAT on NATO, AI, and the Future of Security
The future of defense will not be defined by hardware alone. In this episode of NEVERHACK Estonia Cybercast, Graham Taylor CBE, Director Defence Strategy for Northern Europe at OPSWAT, talks with Anett Numa, Chief of International Affairs for NEVERHACK to explore how cyber resilience, interoperability, AI, and trusted data are transforming modern military strategy. From NATO’s changing role and the lessons of Ukraine to the growing value of cyber talent and the challenge of securing multi-domain operations, this episode looks at what real defense readiness means in a digital age. Graham also explains why treating every file as a threat is more than a cybersecurity slogan — it is a mindset that matters for military and critical infrastructure resilience. If you work in cybersecurity, defense, policy, or critical infrastructure, this episode offers valuable perspective on where security strategy is heading and what organizations need to prioritize now. Listen now, visit our website for more episodes, and subscribe to NEVERHACK Estonia Cybercast for more expert insights.
S3 · E78
9 apr 2026
30:56
OpenXDR and the Evolution of Security Operations with Henk van der Heijden of Stellar Cyber
How has the modern SOC evolved from basic log monitoring into an AI-assisted, OpenXDR-driven security operation? In this episode of the NEVERHACK Estonia Cybercast, Louis Zezeran is joined by Henk van der Heijden, Vice President of Sales at Stellar Cyber, for a conversation about the changing reality of security operations. They explore how the old SIEM model has given way to more connected platforms, why East-West visibility matters for spotting attacker movement, and how AI can help reduce alert fatigue and analyst burnout. The discussion also looks at one of the biggest challenges in cybersecurity today: how to build and retain strong SOC teams in a market with too many alerts and too few skilled people. Rather than replacing analysts, AI is helping them move toward higher-value work. If you want practical insight into where SOCs are heading and what modern security operations should look like, this is an episode worth hearing. Listen now, visit our website for more episodes, and subscribe to NEVERHACK Estonia Cybercast for more cybersecurity conversations.
S3 · E77
26 mar 2026
26:55
How Threat Hunting Really Works with Piotr Czopik of Recorded Future
What does threat hunting actually look like in the real world — and where does cyber threat intelligence fit into a modern SOC? In this episode of the NEVERHACK Estonia Cybercast, Louis Zezeran speaks with Piotr Czopik from Recorded Future about the reality of threat hunting: the learning, investigation, pattern recognition, and deep analysis required to find what automated tools can miss. Together, they explore how attackers reuse familiar methods, why behavior matters more than simple indicators, and how intelligence-led detection helps analysts connect the dots faster. The conversation also covers supply-chain risk, third-party exposure, advanced threats hiding inside legitimate-looking processes, and why smaller organizations should never assume they are beneath an attacker’s interest. If you want to understand the human side of cybersecurity detection — beyond AI buzzwords and standard alerting — this episode is for you. Listen now, visit NEVERHACK Estonia for more insights, and subscribe for more expert cybersecurity conversations.
S3 · E76
12 mar 2026
26:48
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