Top Cybersecurity Podcasts of 2024: BeyondTrust Edition

With 2024 behind us, we’re taking a moment to look back on the incredible stories and insights shared on the Adventures of Alice & Bob podcast this year. From exploring groundbreaking cybersecurity incidents to hearing firsthand accounts from industry innovators, the podcast has consistently delivered episodes that both educate and entertain.

Whether you’re a seasoned cybersecurity professional or just a rookie, these episodes offer something for everyone—deep dives into vulnerabilities, lessons from major breaches, and even moments of laughs that remind us of the human side of the industry.

Here are our top five episodes of the year, each filled with insights and perspectives that sparked meaningful conversations. We’ve also included a list of honorable mentions that deserve a spot on your “must-listen” playlist.

In this special episode, host James Maude is joined by cybersecurity superstars Paula Januszkiewicz, Terry Cutler, Eliza-May Austin, and Sami Laiho. They dove into the findings of the 2023 Microsoft Vulnerabilities Report, exploring the implications of identity-based attacks and discussing mitigation strategies. The panel’s diverse expertise offers a comprehensive understanding of current threats and defenses.

As promised, here are five honorable mentions from 2024:

• • Ep. 49 - The Midnight Blizzard Breach on Microsoft and Other Identity Attacks
  • Marc Maiffret

  - In late 2022, a sophisticated threat actor known as Midnight Blizzard breached Microsoft’s systems in Azure through a forgotten test account. Join James Maude and Marc Maiffret as they dive into the technical details of the attack.

• • Ep. 43 - Robbing Banks, Stealing Helicopters, and Building Teepees
  • Freakyclown

  – Learn what it’s like circumventing security systems to rob banks and government facilities with professional ethical hacker and social engineer FC (aka Freakyclown).

• • Ep. 41 - The TeamViewer Attack, Roly-Polies, and Purple Teaming
  • Eliza-May Austin

  – Learn how Eliza-May Austin built her company's SIEM solution to help businesses of all sizes defend against threats coming through trusted third parties after experiencing a TeamViewer supply chain attack.

• • Ep. 40 - Breached! BeyondTrust Discovers Breach of Okta Support Unit
  • Marc Maiffret

  – Gain a rare inside look into how a major provider was compromised, and what we can learn to better defend our own systems.

• • Ep. 67 - When Alice Goes Rogue: Cryptographic Mischief
  • Sophie Schmieg

  – Learn how algebraic geometry shaped Sophie Schmieg’s unique approach to tackling modern security challenges, like uncovering AWS vulnerabilities and building solutions built to last—literally until the year 909,000.

These top-ranking podcast episodes have deepened our love and understanding of cybersecurity, offering both technical insights and personal narratives that resonate with professionals and enthusiasts alike. As we look forward to another year of Adventures of Alice & Bob, we remain committed to bringing you stories that inform, engage, and inspire.

Where to find The Adventures of Alice & Bob

All of these plus more amazing stories are available on The Adventures of Alice and Bob. Find all of our episodes here, or listen wherever you stream your podcasts.

Interested in Being a Guest?

Are you an infosec hero with a story or personal anecdote from the front lines of a cyberattack? We’d love to feature your story on the Alice and Bob Podcast. Please contact the BeyondTrust podcast production team at [email protected].