Ever wondered what it’s like to see cybersecurity through a hacker’s eyes? In this episode of Threat Talks, Lieuwe Jan Koning talks with Tom van der Wiele, ethical hacker and founder of Hacker Minded, about how cybercriminals operate and how businesses can defend themselves.

📌 What You’ll Learn:

• The psychology and strategies of hackers• How AI enhances attacks and its implications for defenders
• Common vulnerabilities organizations overlook
• Why Zero Trust is critical for modern security
• Building a proactive security culture in your organization

With over two decades of experience, Tom offers unique perspectives on staying one step ahead in the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity.

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Salt Typhoon: Inside the Coordinated Breach of Nine Telecom Providers

A sweeping cyberattack, known as Salt Typhoon, has exposed the vulnerabilities of nine major telcos, leaving sensitive communications and surveillance data in the hands of attackers. How did this happen, and what lessons can we learn?

In this Threat Talks Deep Dive, host Lieuwe Jan Koning teams up with ON2IT’s Rob Maas (Field CTO) and Jeroen Scheerder (Security Researcher) to dissect every aspect of this high-profile breach.

🔍 What you’ll learn:

• How attackers exploited known vulnerabilities in Exchange servers, VPNs, and firewalls to infiltrate systems.
• The risks associated with lawful interception systems and the exposure of call detail records (CDRs).
• Why legacy infrastructure remains a significant cybersecurity challenge for telecom providers.
• Actionable steps organizations can take to enhance defenses, including segmentation, behavioral monitoring, and Zero Trust frameworks.

This episode dives into the attack’s technical anatomy, discusses its implications for both governments and private organizations, and explores how individuals can secure their communications in an era of increasing surveillance.

Join us to understand how Salt Typhoon unfolded—and what it means for the future of telecom security.

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ONCD: The Cyber Catalyst with Davis Hake

How can governments lead the charge in global cybersecurity efforts? In this compelling episode of Threat Talks, host Lieuwe Jan Koning sits down with returning guest Davis Hake, cybersecurity expert and advisor, to explore the critical role governments play in the cyber landscape.

👾 The ONCD’s mission and its role in U.S. cybersecurity.

👾 Lessons from the Biden administration’s approach to combating ransomware and cybercrime.

👾 Why global collaboration is key to countering modern threats.

Watch now to uncover how governments and businesses can work together to secure the digital future.

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