Explore the field of incident response with our hosts as they discuss what it means to be an incident responder. From preparation to recovery, they cover the phases of handling security incidents and the approach needed to remain effective under pressure. Using real-world examples like ransomware attacks, they talk about the challenges, tools, and teamwork involved in reducing impact and learning from each event. This episode provides insight into the essential role of incident responders. Whether you want to know about the tools they use, the choices they make, or their daily tasks, this episode has you covered. Join us to understand why cybersecurity matters for everyone.

In this episode, Bob and Alice take you on an educational journey through malware analysis. They break down key techniques like static and dynamic analysis, memory forensics, and reverse engineering while also addressing advanced challenges such as rootkit detection and anti-analysis techniques. Learn how malware operates, the tools used to dissect it, and the critical skills every analyst needs to stay ahead.

In this episode, Alice and Bob dive into the world of detection engineering, breaking down what it means and why it’s crucial in cybersecurity. Exploring the detection engineering process, the challenges of creating effective detections, and how automation and behavioral analytics are reshaping the field. Plus, we’ll discuss how detection engineering intersects with threat hunting and offer practical advice for anyone looking to get started in this area of InfoSec.

Sources Referenced:

• Detection Engineering vs. Threat Hunting | Medium
• Detection Engineering Overview | Splunk
• Detection Engineering Case Study | GitGuardian
• How to Become a Detection Engineer | Let's Defend
• About Detection Engineering | Medium