IoT Security Podcast

The dynamic evolution of hacker culture, the ongoing transformation of cybersecurity conferences, and the importance of resilience and curiosity among security researchers are all topics covered in this episode through stories of past and present with Dhillon Kannabhiran, CEO and Founder of Hack In The Box (HITB) and Out Of The Box. He and Phillip Wylie examine the shift from open knowledge sharing and exploration to the monetization and commercialization of cybersecurity exploits. Dhillon offers insights into the unique approaches Hack In The Box and Out of the Box conferences have taken, encouraging people the valuing of persistence and the collaborative spirit that push the community forward.Dhillon Kannabhiran on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/l33tdawg/Dhillon Kannabhiran on X: https://x.com/l33tdawgKey Points/Topics Covered:Evolution of hacker culture and the foundational role of resilience and curiosityHistory, mission, and format of Hack In The Box and Out of the Box conferencesShifts in conference and research communities post-COVID and the influence of commercialization on sharingThe continuing need for community, knowledge sharing, and supporting new talent in cybersecurityThe changing landscape of security research and bug hunting with the advent of AI and new technology Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast

The episode centers on the challenges and opportunities in IoT and OT security, with insights from technical content creator, hardware hacker, and educator Andrew Bellini. It highlights the often-overlooked vulnerabilities of industrial and consumer IoT devices, emphasizing the accessibility of hardware hacking and the need for practical, low-cost educational resources, covering hands-on learning, industry anecdotes, recommendations for securing environments, and advice for newcomers interested in hardware security. Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast

Amy Chaney, SVP Technology, COO for Citi, shares a seasoned perspective on driving technological transformation and robust security in large financial institutions. The episode explores practical guidance for aligning business cases with emerging technologies like AI, highlights the importance of agile security policies, and emphasizes the critical skills needed to effectively communicate security priorities to boards and business units. Chaney underscores how fostering a balance between innovation and risk management empowers organizations to build resilience amid evolving threats and rapid tech advances. Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast

Cybersecurity in healthcare is facing heightened challenges as regulations shift, IoT devices proliferate, and ransomware attacks become increasingly devastating. Josh Spencer, Founder, and CIO at FortaTech Security and with over fifteen years in the field including time as CISO/CTO at UT Southwestern, explores why HIPAA changes are necessary, the high stakes of securing medical devices, and how both technology and culture play roles in protecting patient data and safety. The conversation breaks down risks, practical mitigation strategies, and the ongoing evolution of both threats and defensive tools -- including AI -- and covers the evolving HIPAA landscape and the move from “addressable” to required controls, ransomware’s impact on hospitals and patient safety, challenges and best practices in securing connected medical (IoT/OT) devices, the importance of real-world risk assessment and penetration testing in healthcare, and human factors, including security awareness training and leveraging AI both for defense and as a threat. Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast

Healthcare IoT systems are increasingly targeted by cyber threats, necessitating a shift in strategy from isolated, organization-specific responses to a collaborative, ecosystem-wide approach. James McCarthy sits down with vCISO and 30-year information assurance and cybersecurity veteran Jason Taule. Taule brings important insights into the challenges faced by healthcare providers due to regulatory pressures, financial constraints, and technological advancements, urging both manufacturers and providers to participate in a unified security effort. Emphasizing the critical need for proactivity, Taule also calls for a balance between regulation and adaptability in safeguarding these critical infrastructures. Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast

In this episode, host Eric Johansen welcomes Bill Lucas, Senior Director of Cybersecurity at Mastronardi Produce, to explore the evolving security challenges in agricultural IoT. With over sixteen years of experience across the automotive, healthcare, and tech industries, Bill brings a deep understanding of enterprise risk management, endpoint security, and cyber defense—now applied to one of the world's most critical industries: food production.Bill and Eric explore the unique cybersecurity risks in modern agriculture, from UV robots to robotic bees, and discuss how automation, sensor networks, and supply chain security play pivotal roles in securing these technologies. Bill also shares his personal career journey, offering valuable insights for professionals looking to strengthen their IoT security strategies.Join us for a compelling conversation about the intersection of innovation and cybersecurity in the agricultural sector—and what it takes to secure the future of connected farming. Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast

In this episode, host and xIoT security evangelist John Vecchi sits down with Enrique Martinez, OT/IoT Practice Lead at World Wide Technology (WWT), to explore the critical challenges and solutions in securing OT and IoT environments. Enrique shares his journey into cybersecurity, highlights the importance of asset visibility, and discusses how AI is transforming both defense and risk in the cyber-physical world.Key Topics Covered:The foundational importance of asset awareness and behavior analysis.How IT/OT convergence increases vulnerabilities and the need for layered security.Challenges in securing legacy systems and balancing risk with safety.How AI can enhance data analytics, decision-making, and security in OT.Practical insights on remediation and accelerating asset discovery.Featured Insights:“It all starts with asset awareness—knowing what you have and how it behaves is the first step to securing it.”“AI offers great potential for security, but with cyber-physical systems, safety and availability must always come first.” Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast

Emphasizing the importance of collaboration and communication, Mike Holcomb shares his extensive experience and practical insights into securing ICS and IoT environments. Holcomb, ICS/OT cybersecurity global lead at Fluor, stresses mastering basic cybersecurity fundamentals and asset inventory, along with the nuances of integrating IT and OT security. The episode aims to bridge gaps between IT and OT teams to fortify defenses against sophisticated cyber threats.Listeners will gain valuable insights into critical takeaways, including:Real-World Impact of Cyber Attacks: Mike explains how high-profile incidents, such as Colonial Pipeline and Triton, highlighted the physical consequences of cyber threats, making clear that OT security is a top priority for critical infrastructure.Bridging the IT-OT Divide: The discussion underscores the need for IT and OT teams to collaborate, as a lack of communication and understanding can leave vulnerabilities open to exploitation.Achievable Defense Strategies: From basic network segmentation to secure remote access, Mike provides practical, accessible steps to strengthen ICS/OT security without overwhelming smaller teams. Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast

Businesses and government organizations have seen threats to critical US infrastructure on the rise in recent years, particularly within IoT and OT systems, posed by cyberattacks, notably from state actors like Iran. With that context, Joel Goins, a veteran of manufacturing, oil and gas, and OT security at large, talks with John Vecchi about the critical need for enhanced security measures for data centers and other vital components, the vulnerabilities present in IoT devices, and the essential steps companies must take to safeguard against both traditional and emerging cyber threats. Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast

In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of Operational Technology (OT) and IoT security, exploring the critical challenges and evolving threat landscape that are impacting sectors from manufacturing to critical infrastructure and healthcare. With insights from Patrick Gillespie, an OT expert at GuidePoint Security, we'll discuss the convergence of IT and OT systems, the risks introduced by COVID-19, and the advanced solutions from providers like Phosphorus that are combatting these threats. Patrick also sheds light on his personal journey from military service to a cybersecurity career, and the essential steps organizations should take to bolster their OT security, from embracing cyber hygiene to implementing robust security programs. Join us as we uncover the pressing issues facing IoT security today and how innovations are driving a safer, more secure operational environment. Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast

Sean Tufts is in the house, and we ask him to go all the way back. All the way. From his origins to the evolving challenges and security needs in IoT and OT environments, particularly in critical infrastructure. Your hosts, Brian Contos and John Vecchi, engage in a thought-provoking conversation with special guest Sean Tufts from Optiv. The discussion goes into Tufts' background, from his transition from an NFL player to a cybersecurity and critical infrastructure expert, to managing substantial programs at Optiv. Sean touches on the changing landscape of critical infrastructure, the challenges of IoT and OT security in the wake of COVID-19, and the evolving tactics in cyber attacks. He also shares insightful anonymized stories of cyber incidents, emphasizing the importance of effectively addressing vulnerabilities in IoT devices and legacy systems to mitigate risks. After listening to the episode, be sure to subscribe to the Phosphorus IoT Security Podcast to stay updated on evolving cybersecurity challenges and strategies in the IoT and OT space. Share this impactful episode with colleagues and peers involved in securing critical infrastructure to spark insightful conversations and proactive measures for vulnerability management. Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast

She's no slacker. Danielle Jablanski has been an "expert" — she hates that word — in nuclear policy analysis (the "original Cyber-Physical System"), energy research, and now Nozomi Networks, where she plays the crucial OT cybersecurity strategist role. John Vecchi and Brian Contos pick Danielle's brain on the ever- and never-changing trends and challenges, digging into the need for consequence-based security and collaboration between security professionals and OT engineers. The discussion also covers the growing concern about the security of IoT devices in OT environments, the importance of centralizing and managing security, addressing the issues surrounding legacy devices, and the evolving landscape of liability and insurance in cybersecurity.Key Topics Covered:1. Trends in cybersecurity and the importance of consequence-based security2. Concerns about the security of IoT devices in OT environments and the role of centralization and management3. Challenges with legacy devices in ICS and healthcare and the need for building controls and defense-in-depth4. Evolving conversations about liability and insurance in cybersecurityAfter tuning in to this episode, subscribe to the IoT Security Podcast, powered by Phosphorus, to stay informed about the latest trends and insights in IoT security. Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast

Find the line between man and machine with John, Brian, and guest Len Noe, CyberArk technical evangelist. Len, the personification of transhumanism and the future of human-machine integration, host to a number of augmentations himself, is a self-taught cybersecurity expert with a unique background in the world of black hat and gray hat hacking. For most of his life, Len delved into the dark side of technology, breaking into computers and causing havoc. However, with the arrival of grandchildren, Len realized that he needed to change his ways. Recognizing that his skills were primarily focused on hacking, Len made the brave decision to use his expertise for good. He embarked on a new journey, putting his unique perspective on security to work for the good guys. Len transitioned from being a malicious hacker to becoming a cybersecurity professional, using his knowledge to defend against cyber threats and secure computer systems.Len shares his experiences and insights as someone who has embraced technological enhancements and implanted various devices in his own body. From RFID NFC chips to a mini-computer in their leg, Len takes us on a journey through the possibilities and challenges of this emerging field. Join us as we explore transhumanism's societal, theological, technological, moral, and medical implications. Get ready to dive deep into the possibilities of collaboration, the debates surrounding free will, and the potential benefits and drawbacks of these advanced technologies. Stay informed and open-minded about the advancements in technology and their potential impact on humanity. Share this episode with others to spark discussions on transhumanism, IoT security, and the future of technology. Let’s connect about IoT Security!Follow Phillip Wylie at https://www.linkedin.com/in/phillipwyliehttps://youtube.com/@phillipwylieThe IoT Security Podcast is powered by Phosphorus Cybersecurity. Join the conversation for the IoT Security Podcast — where xIoT meets Security. Learn more at https://phosphorus.io/podcast