
Every fortnight, host Hazel Burton brings on a new guest from Talos or the broader Cisco Security world to break down a complicated security topic. We cover everything from breaking news to attacker trends and emerging threats.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 221 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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What happens when your to-do list keeps growing but your budget doesn’t? Hazel is joined by three Cisco Talos Incident Response experts to talk about the reality many organizations face: rising threats, aging infrastructure, and fewer people to defen... more
In this episode of Talos Takes Hazel sits down with Talos' Bill Largent and Craig Jackson to discuss the latest Cisco Talos Incident Response Quarterly Trends Report (Q3 2025). From a wave of Toolshell events, to a rise in post-exploitation phishing,... more
On this episode of Talos Takes, Hazel welcomes Cisco Duo experts Steven Leung and Tess Mishoe to bust the most common myths around passwordless security and multi-factor authentication (MFA). Discover why not all MFA is created equal, why passwordles... more
Every October, Cybersecurity Awareness Month brings a wave of tips: update your software, enable MFA, use strong passwords. But what good is any of that if the people behind the defenses are feeling burned out?
In this episode of Talos Takes, Hazel ... more
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Really nice quick take format podcast. I listen to this between meetings or when I have a short break. I like beers with Talos the most but this is great for that ‘in between’ time.
Quality bite-sized podcast that gives you a fun topic to discuss with your friends in the IT/Security industry. Great stuff!
I always look forward to listening to the next episode.
A short and easily digestible podcast on current topics, great to start the day
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A series that explores the cutting-edge landscape of cybersecurity with insightful conversations featuring experts from Talos and the Cisco Security realm. Topics span a wide range, including the psychological toll of cyber work, the intricacies of threat management, and the technologies driving both malicious and protective strategies. Each episode engages with current trends, emerging threats, and provides actionable insights that resonate with IT professionals and security enthusiasts alike, making it both informative and relevant in today's fast-paced digital world. Unique discussions on subjects like mental health in the cybersecurity field and the integration of AI in security defenses set it apart from other shows in the domain.
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