Show notes, summaries and recaps:
As You Phish - Part 1 -Cynfeld #6
Gary Cynfeld imagines a cyber version of a sequence of events from the first part of Princess Bride which results in a sword fight between him, The Dread Malware Roberts, against Intrusion Montoya.
White House IT, Ransomware, and Navigating OT Security
This video includes the animation short "As You Phish - Part One" followed by a Ron Gula interview with former Chief Information Officer of both the White House and Department of Energy, Max Everett.
That Cyber Game Show - Cynfeld #5
Colman and Greg are contestants on a cybersecurity game show and have to compete against "Sean Conner A. I."
Cyber Careers Unlocked
Ron interviews Cybrary's Chief Operating Officer, Nick Misner, to discuss how individuals and enterprise teams can develop expertise in cybersecurity and specialize in various career fields within the industry. The video also features an animated short titled That Cyber Game Show. In this segment, university-educated contestant Greg Connekta and certification-focused contestant Colman compete against an AI trained on insights from 100 CISOs and this YouTube channel, all within the context of a cybersecurity-themed game show.
Bring Out Your Logs - Cynfeld #4
An overworked Colman falls asleep while watching "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" and dreams an angry mob is accusing him of being "malware".
Online Scams
Ron interviews fraud analyst Anna Fridley about everyday online scams that consumers face including romance, text, email, checking, postal mail and fake web sites plus what you can do to stay safe. The video also includes the animation "Scamception" where Erin dates a scammer.
Cyber Threat Intel
Ron discusses threat intelligence technology, risk prioritization, how threat feeds are created and investing in threat intelligence companies. The video also features a Monty Python and the Holy Grail inspired animated short, "Bring Out Your Logs".
Now With AI - Cynfeld #3
Colman brings home more than he bargained for when he realizes all appliances are shipping with AI.
Investing In AI
Ron shares his thoughts on investing in tech startups that rely heavily on AI services like OpenAI and Azure. The video also includes the animated short "Now With AI" in which Colman struggles interacting with AI enabled appliances.
Virtual Private Nonsense - Cynfeld #2
Dive into VPN adventures filled with comedy and caution! Explore how secure online practices can sometimes lead to quirky experiences. Share your stories in the comments! Gary Cynfeld investigates Greg's VPN provider to see if its really providing all the security features Greg thinks it has.
VPNs Don't Protect You
In this video, Ron Gula explains why the general public often mistakenly believes that Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) provide complete security.
CMMC Madness - Cynfeld #1
Gary Cynfeld's friend, Colman, is put in charge of the office CMMC project.
CMMC Expert, Gary Wright Interview
Ron Gula interviews Gary Wright about his involvement with the creation of the CMMC standard. The video also features the animated video "CMMC Madness" inspired by the Seinfeld show.
Former Cyber Command Private Sector lead, Jason Kikta Interview
Ron Gula interviews Jason Kikta about his experience with the Cyber National Mission Force and his current role leading product management at Automox, a patch management company. The video also includes the animated short "Cyber Heroes" where the CNMF takes on a cyberspace supervillain.
Top 2024 Cyber Stories
Cybersecurity journalist Chris Bing joins Ron Gula to discuss 2024's top stories, including Iranian election interference, the Change Healthcare hack, and LockBit. They also revisit his work on Project Raven. Plus, check out the animated short "Cyber Journalist," which features Chris Bing as Critical Infrastructure's secret superhero identity.
Tom Quinn On Buying Cyber Products
Ron Gula interviews T. Rowe Price CISO Tom Quinn on cyber tech procurement in the financial sector, featuring an animated parable where the Collective Defense League evaluates new superheroes, each with unique strengths and weaknesses.
Securing Operational Tech
In this video, Ron explores different types of startup companies at Gula Tech that focus on securing operational technology, covering topics like secure code, network segmentation, intrusion detection, and passive discovery. The video also includes a fun superhero animation called "Black Out," where our hero, Critical Infrastructure, defends Power City from the villain Black Out, who tries to drain the city's energy supply.
Start Up Exits
In this VC101 video, Ron shares his experience on startup exits for tech founders. He discusses when to exit, financial planning, how companies are valued and how founders can become repeat entrepreneurs. The video also includes an exciting animation, in which our "founder" is looking for an "exit" and must fight her way past many "agents" offering various startup outcomes.
Network Enclaves
Ron reflects on his time at the NSA, where different classifications had separate networks, and explains why the private sector lacks this. He discusses the advantages of segmented and crypto-gaped networks, noting that cultural barriers often prevent their adoption. The video also features an animated short, "House of Enclaves," highlighting the benefits of separate networks.
Roadmap Warrior
In this VC101 video, Ron shares his approach to tech roadmaps from his time as Tenable's CEO to now as a cyber startup investor. He covers roadmap selection, prioritization, and communication—valuable insights for tech founders. The video also features an animated short, "The Roadmap Warrior," highlighting the challenges tech leaders face with roadmap decisions.