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The FIRST Impressions podcast brings you regularly scheduled content focused on discussions from across the incident response and security spectrum. Hosted by Chris John Riley and Martin McKeay, new episodes released first Friday of the month!
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In this episode of the FIRST Impressions Podcast, FIRSTCON25 Speaker, Matias Mesiä of NCSC-FI, discusses the high-impact 2024 data breach that targeted the City of Helsinki’s education department. With over 100,000 residents affected, Matias breaks down how the incident unfolded and the coordinated response involving NCSC-FI, city officials, service providers, and law enforcement. He shares the unique challenges of managing a major breach under intense media scrutiny. Tune in for key lessons on public-sector cybersecurity, crisis communication, and response readiness.
In this episode of the FIRST Impressions Podcast, Martin and Chris chat with FIRSTCON25 speaker, John Hollenberger of Fortinet. John offers a sneak peek into his session, "Building the Blueprint: Designing Effective Storyboards for Cybersecurity Tabletop Exercises." He explains how detailed storyboards can shape more impactful tabletop exercises by aligning objectives, scenarios, injects, and key decision points. Tune in to learn how to create exercises that are not only engaging but truly enhance organizational preparedness.
In this episode of FIRST Impressions, the hosts interview FIRSTCON25 speaker, Cornelia Puhze of SWITCH-CERT, a human-centered security professional and co-chair of the FIRST Human Factors in Security SIG. Cornelia dives into the world of social engineering, AI-driven manipulation, and how we can better educate people to protect themselves from scams without the burden of technical jargon. She emphasizes the power of gut instincts, breathing, and human intuition in recognizing and resisting criminal tactics. Tune in to explore how we can train ourselves to stay secure in a tech-driven world — naturally.
In this episode of FIRST Impressions, hosts Martin McKay and Chris John Riley speak with Desiree Sacher and Carson Zimmerman about their upcoming talk at the 2025 FIRST Conference in Copenhagen. Drawing from personal experience and scientific research, they unpack the complexities of burnout in cybersecurity — exploring its causes, impact, and sustainable solutions for both individuals and organizations
In this episode of FIRST Impressions, hosts Chris John Riley and Martin McKeay speak with John Stoner, Global Principal Security Strategist at Google Cloud. Together they discuss the importance of ongoing detection testing, the challenges of running emulations in production environments, and how to balance technical goals with organizational constraints. John previews his upcoming talk at the 2025 FIRST Conference, offering practical strategies for evolving security practices without boiling the ocean.
In this special FIRSTCON25 FIRST Impressions episode, our hosts, Chris John Riley and Martin McKeay interview Henrik Larsen, Program Chair of the 2025 FIRST Conference in Copenhagen. Henrik discusses the conference theme: “Fortresses of the Future: Building Bridges, Not Walls” and previews keynote speakers, Scandinavian influence, and cultural highlights of the host city. Tune in to learn what to expect this June and learn more about the diverse speaker lineup and the vibrant Copenhagen experience awaiting us!
In this FIRST Impressions podcast episode, we dive into the fascinating world of mobile network security with Umair Bukhari, Director and Head of Ericsson P-Cert. Umair shares insights on the evolution of telecom threat environments, from the early days of 1G to the cutting-edge advancements in 5G and beyond. In the interview, he highlights how these changes impact both users and network security, emphasizing the importance of secure, cloud-native technologies and zero-trust architecture. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of telecom security and the ongoing battle between attackers and defenders in this critical field! Tune in to learn more.
Join us on the First Impressions podcast for an exclusive interview with Todd Beardsley from CISA, recorded live at the 36th annual FIRST Conference in Fukuoka, Japan. Todd delves into the Known Exploited Vulnerability (KEV) list, explaining its critical role in cybersecurity and how even years-old vulnerabilities continue to be exploited. Learn about the detective work involved in validating exploitations and the importance of public-private partnerships. Don't miss this insightful episode—tune in now to stay ahead of cyber threats!
In this special episode of the First Impressions podcast, recorded at the 36th annual FIRST Conference in Fukuoka, Japan, hosts interview Carson Zimmerman, a seasoned SOC expert. Zimmerman discusses his presentation, "14 Questions Are All You Need," which helps SOCs evaluate performance and address areas for improvement, emphasizing the importance of deep, insightful questions and the human element in security operations. He also highlights the challenges of aligning SOCs with compliance regimes and addresses the issue of burnout in the industry. Tune in to learn tips and tricks to SOC success!
In this episode of the First Impressions podcast, hosts Chris John Riley and Martin McKay interview Nitesh Surana and Jaromir Horejsi of Trend Micro to discuss their upcoming talk at the FIRST conference. Their session will explain how they discovered threat actors abusing GitHub's cloud-based development environment, Codespaces, to build and test infostealers. While Codespaces itself is secure, its features can be abused. In this episode, they recommend developers that use such services be aware of potential abuse tactics and share the goal of their FIRSTCON talk is to raise awareness and provide clarity on how cloud providers can improve incident response and quickly shut down reported abuse.
In this episode of the First Impressions podcast, hosts Chris John Riley and Martin McKay interview Satoshi Okada and Takuho Mitsunaga , researchers from Toyo University who will be speaking at FIRSTCON24. In the episode, they discuss artificial intelligence, specifically large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, and the importance of multi-stakeholder governance for safer AI development. Okada and Mitsunaga explain the pros and cons of LLMs and emphasize the need for governance. Tune in to learn more and be sure to attend their talk this June in Fukuoka!
Join the First Impressions Podcast hosts for a chat with FIRSTCON24 Diamond Sponsor representatives, Ko and Rick from LACERT! Explore LACERT's pioneering role in Japan's cybersecurity since 1995, including innovative tools like Falcon Nest, and their overall contributions to global cybersecurity standards. Don't miss the insights of this episode and learn more about the importance of international collaboration in incident response!
Join hosts Martin McKeay and Chris John Riley for the newest FIRST Impressions Podcast episode featuring FIRSTCON24 speakers, James Potter and Raja Jasper from Huntington National Bank. The pair discuss their upcoming conference talk and explore the challenges of remote work in cybersecurity. Tune in for expert insights on digital communication etiquette, global team collaboration, and the evolving landscape of cybersecurity in the age of remote work.
This First Impressions podcast features representatives from CyCraft, one of FIRSTCON24’s Diamond sponsors. Based in Taiwan, CyCraft utilizes cutting-edge AI and machine learning to tackle a myriad of security challenges, from threat hunting to identity analysis. Tune in to discover why CyCraft is passionate about community engagement and learn about the practical applications of machine learning in cybersecurity, including event triage and attack pattern recognition.
Join hosts Martin McKeay and Chris John Riley in this episode of the First Impressions podcast as they chat with Georgy Kucherin from Kaspersky's Global Research and Analysis team. Together they discuss combating sophisticated spyware targeting mobile devices like Pegasus and Operation Triangulation, highlighting the challenges in protecting our digital lives. Kucherin shares strategies for analyzing mobile threats and adapting to evolving tactics, preparing listeners for his talk at the upcoming FIRST Conference in Fukuoka, Japan. Tune in for insights into the frontline of cybersecurity!
Tune in to the latest episode of the First Impressions podcast, where hosts Martin McKeay and Chris John Riley sit down with Megan Sanford, VP Chief Product Security Officer at Schneider Electric Energy Management Division. As a keynote speaker at the 36th annual FIRST Conference in Fukuoka, Japan, Sanford shares insights into the world of product security. Discover why a secure development lifecycle and integrating security features into products are crucial for resilience. Sanford introduces ICS for ICS, a concept bridging emergency management with cyber incident response, urging listeners to adopt this framework for enhanced efficiency in handling cyber threats. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion that could shape the future of incident response.
In this episode, the FIRST Podcasters interview FIRSTCON24 Program chair, Taki Uchiyama about the upcoming 36th Annual FIRST Conference to be held in Fukuoka, Japan, June 9-14, 2024. Under the theme of “Bridging Security Response Gaps”, Taki shares the importance of communication and collaboration within the security community and his hopes for the 2024 conference. This episode shares an inside look at the challenges of scheduling keynote speakers and the anticipation of a rich selection of presentations. Taki also shares tidbits about the rich cultural and historical attractions of Fukuoka city.
In this short episode, the FIRST Podcasters interview FIRSTCON24 Program chair, Taki Uchiyama. The 36th Annual FIRST Conference will be held in Fukuoka, Japan, June 9-14, 2024, under the theme: “Bridging Security Response Gaps”. Taki shares some of the topics he hopes to highlight next year including improving industry diversity and showcasing emerging security teams. Tune in for details on how to get involved in FIRSTCON24!
In this episode, the FIRST Podcasters interview FIRSTCON23 Keynote speaker, Lesley Carhart and discuss her session: “How Did We Get Here? The History and Future of Cyberattacks against Industrial Control Networks”. Lesley explains and explores the complicated history of Industrial incident response and just how cybersecurity affects physical systems.
In this episode, the FIRST Podcasters interview FIRSTCON23 speaker, Umair Bukhari and discuss his conference session: “Extra-Ordinary Vulnerability Coordination – A Method to the Madness”. Umair highlights Ericsson’s newly established PSIRT framework for Extra-Ordinary Vulnerability Coordination (EVC) and the necessary actions, work streams, and communication that must be put in place to efficiently handle such events. Umair shares thoughtful steps for others to adopt the model.
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