News of the Month | Episode 23
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In this episode of AI Security Ops, Brian Fehrman and Joff Thyer dive into the latest AI news of the month, exploring how rapidly evolving technologies are reshaping cybersecurity.
Topics covered include:
- How AI is changing cybersecurity monitoring
- Expanding from email to Slack, Teams, and other chat platforms
- Addressing insider threats and phishing campaigns in new channels
- The rapid pace of AI innovation and industry trends
- Why organizations should prioritize AI security assessments
- Real-world risks and opportunities in the AI landscape
Stay ahead in the AI race with Black Hills Information Security as we cover real-world risks, opportunities, and the latest developments in the AI landscape.
///News Stories This Episode:
1. AI-Powered Villager Pen Testing Tool Hits 11,000 PyPI Downloads Amid Abuse Concerns
https://thehackernews.com/2025/09/ai-powered-villager-pen-testing-tool.html
2. CrowdStrike and Meta Just Made Evaluating AI Security Tools Easier
https://www.zdnet.com/article/crowdstrike-and-meta-just-made-evaluating-ai-security-tools-easier/
3. Check Point Acquires Lakera to Deliver End-to-End AI Security for Enterprises
https://www.checkpoint.com/press-releases/check-point-acquires-lakera-to-deliver-end-to-end-ai-security-for-enterprises/
4. Proofpoint Offers AI Agents to Monitor Human-Based Communications
https://www.msspalert.com/news/proofpoint-offers-ai-agents-to-monitor-human-based-communications
5. EvilAI Malware Campaign Exploits AI-Generated Code to Breach Global Critical Sectors
https://industrialcyber.co/ransomware/evilai-malware-campaign-exploits-ai-generated-code-to-breach-global-critical-sectors/
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Joff Thyer - https://blackhillsinfosec.com/team/joff-thyer/
Derek Banks - https://www.blackhillsinfosec.com/team/derek-banks/
Brian Fehrman - https://www.blackhillsinfosec.com/team/brian-fehrman/
Bronwen Aker - http://blackhillsinfosec.com/team/bronwen-aker/
Ben Bowman - https://www.blackhillsinfosec.com/team/ben-bowman/
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Creators and Guests
Host
Brian Fehrman
Brian Fehrman is a long-time BHIS Security Researcher and Consultant with extensive academic credentials and industry certifications who specializes in AI, hardware hacking, and red teaming, and outside of work is an avid Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, big-game hunter, and home-improvement enthusiast.
Host
Joff Thyer
Joff Thyer is a BHIS Security Consultant with advanced degrees, multiple GIAC certifications, and deep expertise in offensive security and exploit development, who enjoys crafting sophisticated malware for penetration tests and, outside of work, making music and woodworking.