In Ep. 6 of the Security Boulevard Podcast, Tom Hollingsworth, Mitch Ashley, and Alan Shimel discuss how ransomware tactics are shifting. Attackers are using AI-driven phishing to breach organizations while ransom payments decline as defenses improve. Malicious packages continue to exploit software vulnerabilities, and government hacking tools add new layers of risk. The panel highlights why cybersecurity strategies must keep evolving to stay ahead of emerging threats.

Will Agentic AI replace security teams? In this episode of the Security Boulevard Podcast, hosts Mitch Ashley, Tom Hollingsworth, and Fernando Montenegro explore how AI is reshaping cybersecurity — from large language models (LLMs) to autonomous agentic AI systems. Discover how professionals are integrating AI into modern security operations, why caution still dominates the industry, and what’s next for securing AI itself. Featuring insights from AI Field Day and the companies pioneering this technological shift, this discussion offers a realistic, inside-industry look at the future of AI in cybersecurity.

📌 Topics covered:

• How AI is augmenting human security analysts
• The evolution from LLMs to agentic AI
• Ethical risks and the future of secure AI systems
• Highlights from AI Field Day
• What experts predict for 2025 and beyond

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In Episode. 4 of the Security Boulevard Podcast, Mitch Ashley, Tom Hollingsworth, and Fernando Montenegro dig into the rising threat of nation state cyber attacks and the growing sophistication of global cyber warfare.

They discuss:

• The evolution from small-scale hacks to state-backed intelligence operations
• Major breaches like F5 and what they reveal about attacker motives • How nation states fund and protect cyber groups
• The legal and geopolitical challenges of fighting cyber crime
• Why a broader, society-wide approach to cybersecurity is now essential

This episode delivers real-world insight into the high-stakes battlefield of modern cybersecurity.

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In Ep. 3 of the Security Boulevard Podcast, Alan Shimel, Tom Hollingsworth, and Scott Robohn discuss MCP and its growing influence in cybersecurity.

The panel unpacks:

• How MCP redefines traditional security models
• The importance of secure implementation and API security
• The rise of autonomous systems and agentic AI
• The challenge of building trust in intelligent systems
• Why innovation must be balanced with security at every layer

This episode explores how a holistic AI security architecture can prepare organizations for what’s next in cybersecurity.

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In Ep. 2 of the Security Boulevard Podcast, Tom Hollingsworth, Fernando Montenegro, and Kate Scarcella discuss how the rise of IoT devices is changing cybersecurity across both consumer and enterprise environments. They cover:

• Security and privacy risks from connected devices
• How consumer behavior influences enterprise protection
• Economic implications of large-scale IoT adoption
• The use of predictive analytics to prevent attacks
• Practical steps to build lasting cyber resilience

Real insights from experts tackling today’s connected-world security challenges.

The Security Boulevard Podcast is back! 🎙️ In Ep. 1, hosts Tom Hollingsworth, Fernando Montenegro, and Mitch Ashley explore today’s most urgent cybersecurity challenges.

They discuss:

• How AI is reshaping security practices
• The evolving complexity of ransomware
• Why user empowerment is critical
• Insights from Security Field Day
• Upcoming research on software supply chain security

This relaunch sets the stage for deep, practical conversations on the future of cybersecurity. Subscribe now to stay informed with expert insights and industry perspectives.

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Mitch and Alan discuss plans for the free RSAC AI and AppSec event (4/28) with leaders from OpenAI, Anthropic, AWS, Google, and Meta, the increase in IT unemployment, and if Musk's DOGE is the largest security breach of our government? https://www.techstrongevents.com/ai-and-security/save-a-seat

Mitch and Alan discuss a recent security incident involving CrowdStrike, highlighting the challenges of software updates and the implications for the broader industry. They reflect on their experiences attending the Black Hat conference and the evolving intersection of software development and security. They also share personal anecdotes and insights into the importance of quality assurance in security updates.