214 - What are polyglot files and how bad are they?

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In this episode, we’ll be exploring a particularly intriguing file types: polyglot files. These digital shapeshifters have become a powerful tool in the arsenal of cyber attackers, capable of bypassing security measures, confusing systems, and delivering malicious payloads in ways that are both creative and devastating.
Over the next 20 to 30 minutes or so, we’ll break down what polyglot files are, how they work, and why they’re so dangerous. We’ll also examine some real-world examples where polyglot files were used in cyberattacks. We will reference the MITRE ATT&CK framework to understand how these techniques fit into the broader landscape of adversarial tactics. Finally, we’ll discuss mitigation strategies and close with a cybersecurity myth that needs busting
Before we dive into the main topic, lets glance what is happening on the security front:

UEFI Secure Boot bypass vulnerability

- https://en.wikipedia.org: Polyglot

- https://attack.mitre.org: Masquerading

- https://arxiv.org: Where the Polyglots Are: How Polyglot Files Enable Cyber Attack Chains and Methods for Detection & Disarmament

- https://medium.com: Polyglot Files A Hackers Best Friend

- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com: New polyglot malware hits aviation, satellite communication firms

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214 - What are polyglot files and how bad are they?

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UEFI Secure Boot bypass vulnerability

- https://en.wikipedia.org: Polyglot

- https://attack.mitre.org: Masquerading

- https://arxiv.org: Where the Polyglots Are: How Polyglot Files Enable Cyber Attack Chains and Methods for Detection & Disarmament

- https://medium.com: Polyglot Files A Hackers Best Friend

- https://www.bleepingcomputer.com: New polyglot malware hits aviation, satellite communication firms

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Enjoying the content? Let us know your feedback! This week, we’re diving into a hot-off-the-presses report from the FBI, CISA, and NSA —a breakdown of the most exploited vulnerabilities of 2023. Think of this as the hackers' “most wanted” list: the weaknesses in software and systems that bad actors love to exploit because they’re effective and widely available. Before we get into that, lets review the top security news this week. Pygmy Goat: The Sophisticated Linux Backdoor Targeting Network Devices - https://www.ncsc.gov.uk : Pygmy Goat Analysis - https://www.cisa.gov : 2023 Top Routinely Exploited Vulnerabilities Be sure to subscribe! You can also stream from https://yusufonsecurity.com In there, you will find a list of all previous episodes in there too.…

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198 - Browser Engines Security 24:57

לפני 27 weeks24:57

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Enjoying the content? Let us know your feedback! Today, we’ll dive into what browser engines are, how they power your online experiences, and the security efforts shaping the modern web. We’ll also unpack extension security, with a spotlight on Google’s Manifest v3, and see how Safari and Firefox approach these challenges. Whether you’re a casual browser user or a budding tech enthusiast, this episode is designed to give you insight into a part of your digital life that you might not even realize exists—the browser engine. So If phrases like “browser engines” and “Manifest v3” sound daunting, don’t worry! I’ll break it all down so it’s as simple as possible. By the end, you’ll not only understand these terms but also appreciate why they’re crucial for a safer internet. Before we get started, lets review a top trending piece of news this week....and that is: iOS 18.1 Forcing Reboots - https://www.macrumors.com : iOS 18.1 Forcing Reboots - https://en.wikipedia.org : Browser_engine, what they are - https://en.wikipedia.org : Comparison OF Browser Engines Be sure to subscribe! You can also stream from https://yusufonsecurity.com In there, you will find a list of all previous episodes in there too.…

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197 - Advanced Malware evasion Techniques And Their Counter Measures 27:34

לפני 28 weeks27:34

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Enjoying the content? Let us know your feedback! It is another week and another podcast shaw on YusufOnSecurity where we deep dive into the complex world of cybersecurity that concerns both professionals and anyone interested in how attackers continue to evolve their methods. This week we will be covering advanced malware evasion techniques—strategies used by malicious software to avoid detection—and, crucially, the countermeasures that can help protect against these threats. Before we get started, lets review a top trending piece of news this week....and that is: SANS' Holiday Hack Challenge 2024 is Up - https://www.sans.org : SANS' Holiday Hack Challenge 2024 - https://redcanary.com : Defense- Evasion Why Is It So Prominent How Can You Detect It? - https://attack.mitre.org/tactics/TA0005/ Be sure to subscribe! You can also stream from https://yusufonsecurity.com In there, you will find a list of all previous episodes in there too.…

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196 - What are Shared Fate Model and Trust Anchors? 28:46

לפני 29 weeks28:46

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Enjoying the content? Let us know your feedback! In this week's episode I will unpack the complexities of the cybersecurity world and help you stay informed and secure. Today, we’re going to dig into some intriguing concepts shaping the cybersecurity landscape: the Shared Fate Model and Trust Anchors. Some say these concepts are becoming so vital in modern IT security, their pros and cons, and how they compare with traditional security models that, quite frankly, aren’t cutting it anymore. Before we get started, lets review a top trending piece of news this week....and that is: Australia looks at setting a minimum for social media use - https://edition.cnn.com : Australia Minimum Age Limit on Social Media - https://cloud.google.com : Shared Fate Model - https://csrc.nist.gov : Trust Anchor Be sure to subscribe! You can also stream from https://yusufonsecurity.com In there, you will find a list of all previous episodes in there too.…

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195 - Top Common Password Attacks and How to Defend Against Them 38:15

לפני 30 weeks38:15

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Enjoying the content? Let us know your feedback! Lets face it, the cyber crooks are always lurking aroud waiting for an opportunity to come in. They choose the path of least resistant and password is often their way in. Unfortunately password is still with us and for sometime to come too. In today episode, we’re digging deep into top common types of password attacks—and, most importantly, I’ll walk you through effective ways to stop them. Passwords are often the first line of defense, but they’re also a favorite target for hackers. Understanding these attack methods can empower you to protect your data better, avoid common pitfalls, and even educate those around you. So, let’s get into it! A newly discovered ransomware serves a wake up all for Mac Users. - https://xkcd.com : How To Create A Strong Password - https://haveibeenpwned.com : Have I Been Pawned - https://pages.nist.gov : Password - https://www.infosecurity-magazine.com : NIST Scraps Passwords Complexity and Mandatory Changes in New Guidelines Be sure to subscribe! You can also stream from https://yusufonsecurity.com In there, you will find a list of all previous episodes in there too.…

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194 - Interview With Red Sift 33:55

לפני 31 weeks33:55

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Enjoying the content? Let us know your feedback! This week's episode is an interview with Nadim Lahoud from Red Sift at GITEX the Global IT Expo that is held yearly in Dubai. It is the largest tech startup gathering in the world. Redsift is a company that provides a cloud-based DMARC, DKIM and SPF configuration and management platform called OnDMARC. They also provide: -Continuous certificate discovery and monitoring as well as -Brand Trust through AI-driven brand impersonation discovery and monitoring. Before we get into that we will recap the top trending security this week. That is: FIDO Alliance Drafts New Protocol to Simplify Passkey Transfers Across Different Platforms - https://fidoalliance.org : Specifications Credential Exchange Specifications - https://redsift.com : About Red Sift Be sure to subscribe! You can also stream from https://yusufonsecurity.com In there, you will find a list of all previous episodes in there too.…

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