This episode unpacks the sweeping changes introduced by Executive Order 14306, a mandate that shifts security from reactive checklists to continuous, proactive defense. We explore how the order accelerates AI adoption, reshapes software supply chain security, raises the bar for cloud and IoT, and demands automated remediation as the new standard. Learn why this directive is more than compliance, it’s a pivot toward resilient, real-time cybersecurity.

With vulnerabilities growing at record speed, manual patching can’t keep up. This episode dives into how AI and automation are transforming vulnerability management—scanning continuously, prioritizing intelligently, and triggering auto remediation. Learn how autonomous solutions reduce human error, accelerate response times, and shape the future of proactive cybersecurity.

Two Sides of the Same Shield: Integrating Vulnerability Management with Patch Management for Effective Remediation

Security teams are drowning in vulnerabilities, but patching alone isn’t enough. This episode explores how integrating vulnerability management with patch management through risk-based patching, automation, and collaboration, turns reactive fixes into proactive remediation. Learn how to prioritize what matters, reduce exposure faster, and build resilience against today’s relentless threats.

The EU Cyber Resilience Act makes security a non-negotiable, lifecycle mandate, far beyond box-ticking. In this episode, Katie and James unpack CRA pillars (risk-based classification, SBOM transparency, secure-by-default updates) and show how Preemptive Exposure Management unifies discovery, prioritization, and remediation to build true resilience, not just compliance.

Those “update now” pop-ups are more than chores, they’re frontline defense. Katie and James break down why patching is essential yet hard (volume, downtime fears, fragmented tools) and how automation, risk-based prioritization, cross-platform coverage, and virtual patching turn updates into real resilience and compliance.

Security isn’t just finding vulnerabilities, it’s fixing them. Katie and James break down why remediation is so hard, the pitfalls that stall teams, and how automation and smart prioritization turn endless alerts into real risk reduction.

Is manual security remediation still cutting it? In this episode, Katie and James explore how automated cybersecurity remediation is transforming the way organizations defend against threats, moving from reactive firefighting to lightning-fast, proactive protection. Learn what it is, why it matters, and how to implement it safely at scale.

Traditional vulnerability scans just don’t cut it anymore. In this episode of The Deep Dive, Katie and James unpack the evolution from outdated vulnerability tools to Exposure Management Platforms (EMPs), the new essential for proactive, real-time cyber defense. Learn how EMPs help you prioritize real risk, automate remediation, and deliver measurable protection at scale. Whether you’re a CISO, security analyst, or just cyber-curious, this is your blueprint for staying ahead in today’s threat landscape.

In this episode of Fix it first - remediation reimagined podcast, we explore a game-changing cybersecurity strategy: Preemptive Exposure Management (PEM). With 40,000 new CVEs logged in 2024 and machine-speed attacks driven by AI, traditional vulnerability management is no longer enough. Join us as we break down how CISOs can move from reactive defense to proactive prevention, erasing risks before attackers strike. Packed with real-world insights, Gartner guidance, and a practical PEM roadmap, this is your blueprint for reclaiming control.

In this thought-provoking episode, we explore why Asimov’s famous Three Laws of Robotics fall short in the real world of artificial intelligence. As AI shapes decisions in finance, healthcare, hiring, and content moderation, we dig into the unintended consequences, emotional harm, algorithmic bias, blind obedience, and lack of transparency. What does “harm” really mean in modern AI systems? How can companies build more ethical, explainable, and accountable AI? Join us for a candid discussion on redefining AI governance, ethics by design, and the urgent need for human oversight in high-stakes AI decisions.

Security platforms promise visibility, but do they actually reduce risk? In this episode, we break down the 10 critical questions every CISO, security director, and IT leader must ask before investing in an Exposure Management Platform (EMP). Learn how to assess platform capabilities across visibility, prioritization, validation, and remediation aligned with the Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) framework. We’ll explore what makes an EMP actionable, not just another dashboard. Featuring real-world insights from financial services, healthcare, and manufacturing, this conversation will help you cut through the hype and choose a solution that delivers measurable risk reduction and faster MTTR.

AT&T Data Breach Exposes 86 Million Customers – What You Need to Know

A bombshell breach has rocked the telecom world. In this episode, we break down the AT&T data leak exposing 86 million customer records — including 44 million unencrypted Social Security numbers and birth dates now circulating on the dark web. From the 2021 ShinyHunters attack to the Snowflake cloud misstep, we trace how fragmented breaches merged into one massive threat. Learn why this breach is more dangerous than previous ones, how attackers decrypted sensitive data, and what every consumer and enterprise must do now to protect themselves.

What happens when a mid-tier MSP goes from sleepless nights and manual patching chaos to fully automated, AI-driven vulnerability remediation? In this episode, we tell the story of IT Shield Inc., an MSP that transformed its operations after integrating Vicarius vRx via the Atera App Center. Discover how the Atera-Vicarius partnership enables one-click agent deployment, autonomous patching (with no reboots!), and context-aware protection that slashes remediation time by 80%. You’ll hear real-world outcomes, lessons from the front lines, and why MSPs are embracing remediation-as-a-service to scale smarter, reduce risk, and deliver SLA crushing results. If you’re still stuck in detection-only mode, this is your wake-up call.

In this episode, we break down the stealthy, high-impact exploit behind CVE-2025-33053, a zero-day vulnerability abused by the APT group Stealth Falcon using nothing more than a weaponized URL. You’ll learn how a simple .url file exploited legacy WebDAV functionality in Windows to drop malware, evade detection, and inject custom spyware into browser processes. We walk through the infection chain, the geopolitical targets, and the cutting-edge obfuscation tactics that made this attack so effective. Plus, we explore how Vicarius responded with detection and mitigation scripts to stop exploitation in real time. If you want to understand how forgotten protocols and trusted tools can be turned against you, and what to do about it, this episode is a must-listen.

Episode 5: From Adversaries to Allies – The Birth of a Purple Team

The battle is over, but the transformation is just beginning. In the season finale of The Purple Team Chronicles, Michelle and Alex sit down for a no-blame debrief—and end up rewriting the rules of cyber defense. What started as a clash ends in collaboration, as Red and Blue join forces to form a true Purple Team. With Vicarius vRx powering continuous attack simulation, live defense testing, and automated remediation, VictimCorp shifts from reactive to adaptive. Discover how modern cybersecurity resilience is built not on silos, but synergy.

Episode 4: Total Control – The Golden Ticket Coup

In this explosive chapter of The Purple Team Chronicles, Red Team lead Alex escalates from lateral movement to full domain compromise, forging a Golden Ticket that grants him unlimited access across VictimCorp’s network. But Blue Team lead Michelle isn’t fooled. With Vicarius vRx’s telemetry and log forensics, she detects the anomaly, rotates the krbtgt keys, and locks the doors before lasting damage is done. Tune in for a deep dive into domain-level attacks, real-world parallels, and how smart defense stops even the stealthiest threats.

After a failed persistence attempt, Red Team lead Alex pivots fast dumping LSASS memory and launching a Pass-the-Hash attack to gain Domain Admin access. But Michelle isn’t far behind. With Vicarius vRx detecting the anomaly, she traces the misuse, hardens the registry, and deploys protections before more damage is done. It’s a cat-and-mouse game of tactics and telemetry as both teams escalate.

Real-world parallels, real-time defensethis is the Purple Team in motion.

The breach began, but the game is far from over. In this episode of The Purple Team Chronicles, the Shadow Syndicate’s initial access is cut short yet Alex, the Red Team lead, isn’t backing down. Using native Windows tools, he plants a stealthy, fileless backdoor. But Michelle, the Blue Team lead, isn’t fooled. With Vicarius vRx watching for behavioral anomalies, she spots the subtle registry change and strikes back fast.

Tune in for a real-world inspired cat-and-mouse game of persistence, detection, and automated defense.

Every breach starts somewhere and this one began with silence. In the debut of The Purple Team Chronicles, a forgotten VPN endpoint at VictimCorp gives the Shadow Syndicate their entry. Red Team lead Alex exploits the oversight with surgical precision, uncovering a dormant admin account. But Michelle, Blue Team lead and forensic sleuth, isn’t far behind. With Vicarius vRx surfacing anomalous activity in real time, she slams the door shut just as the Red Team moves to act.

Listen in as recon turns into resistance, and the stage is set for a cybersecurity chess match.

Cybercriminals are using AI to develop and launch exploits in hours, so why are defenders still relying on manual patching workflows? In this episode, we explore the seismic shift from human-led vulnerability management to machine-versus-machine remediation. You’ll learn how the cybersecurity talent gap, the explosion of vulnerabilities, and the rise of AI-powered attacks are forcing organizations to rethink their defense strategies. We break down how a real-time, multi-option remediation platform, integrating patching, configuration fixes, and patchless protection, can reduce manual effort by up to 90%. Discover why true exposure management goes beyond CVEs and how autonomous remediation is becoming the only viable path forward.