Understanding Identity Threats in Cybersecurity with Filipi Pires

16/07/2025 48 min Temporada 1 Episodio 5
Understanding Identity Threats in Cybersecurity with Filipi Pires

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In this episode of the Security by Default podcast, host Joe Carson speaks with Filipi Pires, a cybersecurity expert with a diverse background in both technical and sales roles. They discuss Filipi's journey into cybersecurity, the importance of identity in security, and the challenges organizations face with misconfiguration. The conversation also covers tools and techniques used in cybersecurity research, the significance of observability, and the need for continuous learning in the field. Filipi shares insights on community engagement and the importance of respecting the journey in one's cybersecurity career.TakeawaysIdentity is a central theme in cybersecurity.Misconfiguration is a leading cause of security issues.Continuous learning is essential in the cybersecurity field.Tools should be used to understand techniques, not just for their own sake.Community engagement is vital for knowledge sharing.Phishing remains a simple yet effective attack method. Legacy software poses significant risks to organizations.Observability is crucial for effective security management.Respecting the journey in cybersecurity is important for growth.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Cybersecurity Journey02:49 Exploring Cybersecurity Research and Trends05:32 Tools and Techniques in Cybersecurity Research08:34 Learning Through Capture The Flag Events11:28 Identity Threats and Misconfigurations14:16 Legacy Systems and Their Impact on Security25:40 Understanding Use Cases in Security Permissions27:36 The Principle of Least Privilege29:31 The Complexity of Identity Management30:28 Challenges in Observability and Access Control32:16 Navigating Multi-Cloud Permissions34:07 Tools for Enhancing Security Visibility 36:14 Continuous Learning in Cybersecurity 41:53 Community Engagement and Knowledge Sharing45:32 Respecting the Journey in Cybersecurity

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