Its Not Really A 0-Day – PSW #866

Summary: The video discusses this week’s security news, covering a variety of topics including compliance localization, a notorious cybersecurity myth, and several notable security incidents and vulnerabilities. Highlights include Microsoft trolling, a GitHub supply chain attack, the significance of proper firmware updates, and recommendations for Linux systems and tools. Noteworthy discussions revolve around how vulnerability documentation can affect security practices in organizations.

Keypoints:

• This week’s news includes discussions around compliance localization and the biggest cybersecurity myths.
• Vulnerabilities discussed include a supply chain attack arising from GitHub actions.
• AI tools in cybersecurity are experiencing both excitement and skepticism regarding security research.
• The problems with default credentials and the necessity of issuing CVEs for all types of vulnerabilities are highlighted.
• Economic implications and attitudes towards firmware updates and cybersecurity in various technologies are examined.
• Recommendations for Linux environments stress the importance of understanding software dependencies and updates.
• The impact of a well-known whistleblower in cybersecurity and its implications for employee security proposition is noted.
• The session wraps up with a discussion on innovative uses for firmware technologies and the importance of responsible disclosure in vulnerabilities.