This Bare Metal Cyber episode is all about security hardening—turning your systems into fortresses by plugging holes that hackers love to exploit, like outdated software or sloppy settings, as of February 28, 2025. We break down how it’s about shrinking your attack surface—think closing unused ports or slapping on strong passwords—to stop malware, privilege grabs, or breaches dead in their tracks. It’s your frontline defense for keeping data safe, meeting GDPR rules, and proving your systems can take a punch without crumbling.

You’ll get the lowdown on making it happen: start with a risk check to spot weak spots, roll out tight configs like disabling sketchy services, and keep everything patched up fast. We tackle headaches like juggling diverse setups or pushback on strict rules, plus share hacks—automate with tools like Ansible or lean on CIS benchmarks—to stay sharp. With AI-driven fixes and zero trust vibes shaping the future, this episode’s your guide to hardening up and keeping threats out in a crazy cyber world.