ICYMI: here's the replay for last week's discord livestream with Security Consultant Caroline Fenstermacher. This session covered scoping, tool suggestions, and what actions to prioritize in an IR attack plan. Watch now on YouTube, audio starts at 4:00! www.youtube.com/watch?v=p93a...

Because “stare at Burp responses until something looks weird” isn’t a strategy 👀 @hoodoer.bsky.social introduces Colonel Clustered, a new Burp Suite extension that automatically groups responses by content to surface subtle outliers during web app testing. Read now! trustedsec.com/blog/colonel...

The first ISC2 Cleveland Chapter meeting of the year is coming soon! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, January 27 and join us at our HQ. Register now! www.eventbrite.com/e/isc2-cleve...

A widespread Verizon outage left many without service, sparking conversation about digital dependence. Alex Hamerstone joins WWL First News to discuss the impact of the outage and practical ways to be prepared when mobile services are unavailable. Listen now! www.audacy.com/podcast/wwl-...

CMMC scoping can be confusing, even for organizations that already meet contract requirements. In our latest blog, Director of Advisory Services Chris Camejo explains what’s in scope and what’s changed. Read it now! trustedsec.com/blog/cmmc-sc...

Last chance to join today's webinar! Security Consultant Thomas Millar and Principal Security Consultant Shane Hartman will be your guides as you create your manual for readiness now and help your organization be able to weather any crisis. Register now! trustedsec.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Ready to build your analysis strategy? Join us for our Discord Livestream this Thursday, January 15th with IR Security Consultant Caroline Fenstermacher, for a deep dive into building robust incident response frameworks. Find out how and see you Thursday at 11am ET: trustedsec.com/about-us/eve...

Join us this coming Wednesday at 1:00PM for our webinar on IR planning. In this session, we will cover: 📚 Policies and Playbooks 🔗 Linking Playbooks to IT Security Processes ✅ The Role and Value of Checklists And so much more. Register now! trustedsec.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Catch our first Discord Livestream of the year, next Thursday at 11:00AM ET! Bring your questions for an AMA with IR Security Consultant Caroline Fenstermacher as she will cover the components of an incident response attack plan from a high level. Find out how: trustedsec.com/about-us/eve...

ICYMI 👀 We’ve updated the Sysmon Community Guide! In this blog, Director of Security Intelligence Carlos Perez walks through what changed, why it matters, and how real-world incident response shaped the updates. Read the breakdown! trustedsec.com/blog/updatin...

Don't wait for an incident to happen before you start planning. Join our Incident Response experts next Wednesday, January 14th at 1:00 PM EST to learn how to build the playbooks and processes you need for a calm, successful recovery. Register now! trustedsec.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

A Cuyahoga Falls woman is fighting to regain stolen social media accounts used for a scam. Alex Hamerstone spoke with News 5 Cleveland on what makes trusted accounts appealing to scammers as well as offering practical steps for extra protection. Watch now! www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-n...

Wishing you a secure, resilient, and successful 2026! From all of us at TrustedSec, have a safe and happy New Year 🎊🎉

We got you a gift 🎁 #Sysmon will now be a native capability in Windows 11, so we updated our Sysmon Community Guide! Carlos Perez walks us through the latest update, sharing lessons learned from real-world IR engagements. youtu.be/RblkqjvGCgk Download our guide 👉 trustedsec.com/resources/to...

Thank you for being part of the TrustedSec community 🎁 From all of us at TrustedSec, have a safe, secure, and happy holiday season!

Join us for our next webinar "Tips for IR Planning: Prepare Before Crisis Strikes" on January 14! Thomas Millar and Shane Hartman will guide you through essential steps for Incident Response policy, plans, procedures, and instructions. Register now! trustedsec.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Got some downtime over the holidays? It’s a great time to catch up on Security Noise 🎧 Binge our latest episodes on our site or queue up our full YouTube playlist and start listening! trustedsec.com/resources/?s... www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

We would like to thank TrustedSec for being a Copper Sponsor for Wild West Hackin' Fest @ Mile High 2026! We are very grateful for your support! Be sure to check out all their services here: trustedsec.com #WWHF #MileHigh2026

Our people are our most important asset. That’s why we hire the cybersecurity industry’s top-tier talent and focus on ethical character that aligns with our core values. youtu.be/0uQiX86Rdfg Learn about our benefits and view job openings on our website: trustedsec.com/about-us/car...

The growing accessibility of AI tools is changing how easily realistic fake images can be created. Alex Hamerstone joined News 5 Cleveland to discuss a recent “AI prank” at an Ohio restaurant and what it signals for law enforcement. Watch now! www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-n...

Just because software can live on a Domain Controller doesn’t mean it belongs there. In this blog, Scott Blake offers a practical guide to understanding the risks and asking the right questions before expanding your Tier 0 attack surface. Read it now! trustedsec.com/blog/limitin...

Yesterday’s post wasn’t the only opportunity! We're also looking for a seasoned Security Consultant to join our #IR team. Can you step into active incidents with confidence, operate independently, and deliver high-impact results for our clients? Apply below 👇 recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/j...

New year, new job? We're hiring! TrustedSec is looking to hire a Security Consultant for the Hardening and Remediation team, providing hands-on Security Engineering support focused on cloud security, hardening, and remediation. Apply below! #infosecjobs recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/j...

Time for the best year-end list ever! In 2025, our experts' blogs have led the charge in thought-provoking and useful cybersecurity content. Here are our top 10 most read blogs of 2025: trustedsec.com/blog/top-blo... Did you favorite make the list? Comment below if you have an honorable mention!

🔔TOMORROW🔔 It's the last Wednesday Offensive of the year! Sean Metcalf from @trustedsec.com will be leading the discussion on the current state of Active Directory & Entra ID. Join the conversation at 130pm ET 🔗 redsiege.com/wedoff #hacking #infosec #cybersecurity

As the holidays approach, the most effective defense against fraud is an informed family. Alex Hamerstone spoke with News 5 Cleveland, about the need to sitting down with family members to discuss the methods scammers use and how to remain protected. Watch now! www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-n...

It's time for "Hacker Family Feud"! Find out what the survey says and watch the full Security Noise episode now! youtu.be/wLdooJaeHwk

Don't let scammers ruin your holiday season. Advisory Solutions Director Alex Hamerstone joins WWL First News to discuss the most common seasonal scams and provide "golden" advice for staying protected. His interview starts at 1:15, listen now! www.audacy.com/podcast/wwl-...

🚨If you're running React 19.x, Next.js 15.x/16.x, or any framework using React Server Components (RSC), this video is for you. A critical RSC vulnerability is being actively exploited; Carlos Perez breaks down what to watch for and what you can do next. Learn more: trustedsec.com/about-us/new...

We’re dialing up the nostalgia with a fresh line of throwback apparel—perfect for holiday gifting or treating yourself 🎁 Browse your favorite classics now! merch.trustedsec.com/trustedsec/s...

Ready to level up? Our on-demand Beacon Object File (BOF) Development course walks you step-by-step through building #BOFs in C, from the first line of code to finished capability. Start sharpening your skills today: 👇 learn.trustedsec.com/catalog

Thank you Christopher Crowley for leading a fantastic discussion today about using machine learning to break a simple CAPTCHA! Next week we have Sean Metcalf from @trustedsec.com for our last Wednesday Offensive of the year! 🔗 redsiege.com/wedoff #hacking #infosec #cybersecurity

What if you could confirm password reuse without cracking a single password? In this blog, Austin Coontz shows how hash shucking leverages NTLM hashes to identify reuse across Kerbereros, NTLM, and cached credentials, and how to defend against it. trustedsec.com/blog/holy-sh... Link preview

Catch Senior Security Consultant Steph Saunders on stage tomorrow at ISACA PGH InfosecDay! She'll be taking part in the "One in Tech Panel: Hacking the Glass Ceiling" at 10:00AM. Don't miss it! web.cvent.com/event/1bbbf4...

Going to the Gartner Identity & Access Management Summit 2025 next week? Catch Sean Metcalf on Tues at 1:35PM. He'll be presenting, "Quest Software: Revealing Critical Security Gaps in Active Directory and Entra ID Environments". www.gartner.com/en/conferenc...

Check out our own Microsoft Certified Master Sean Metcalf, as he sits down with the Petri IT Knowledgebase's podcast, Petri Dish. They reveal top security risks, quick wins, and the real impact of AI on Identity Management. Watch the full episode now! www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUc8...

A strong security program doesn’t just meet requirements, it enables the business. In this blog, Jonathan White outlines how TrustedSec’s PMA uses a structured model to measure maturity across seven areas and provide actionable, prioritized improvements. Read now! trustedsec.com/blog/what-is...

Last chance to join today's webinar! In this live session, discover how to master and implement the pivotal changes in NIST CSF 2.0 and develop actionable implementation strategies. Register now! https://trustedsec.zoom.us/webinar/register/7717636673553/WN_3KxTnuFnQYyGIynWylLlqw

Don't miss our Discord Livestream this Thurs at 11:00AM! Bring your questions for an AMA with Oddvar Moe and his research on how attackers can exploit Windows accessibility features for persistence. Find out how: https://trustedsec.com/about-us/events/research-on-windows-accessibility-narrator-exe

Who will come out victorious on Hacker Family Feud? On this upcoming special, year-end episode of Security Noise, TrustedSec team members go head to head to see who can win the title 🏆 Tune in this week wherever you get your podcasts or watch on YouTube 👇

Protect your purchases this Cyber Monday! Director of Advisory Services Chris Camejo speaks with KTVU Fox 2 to share essential tips on how to safeguard your money and how to handle potential scams coming through your messages. Watch now! www.ktvu.com/video/1749208

Don't miss our webinar this Wednesday! Whether you manage enterprise infrastructure or develop security for growing organizations, this session provides crucial insights to help you excel and stay ahead. Register now https://trustedsec.zoom.us/webinar/register/7717636673553/WN_3KxTnuFnQYyGIynWylLlqw

Principal Security Consultant Hans Lakhan talks about a fruitful method for bypassing IP to gain a foothold during red team engagements by using BURP. Watch the full Security Noise episode "Footprint Discovery for Red Teamers" now! https://youtu.be/iJUVxEL43AU

We had a fantastic night at our annual IT Summit with the Cleveland Cavaliers! Huge thanks to all who attended our panel on "AI Trends & Ransomware – How Evolving Threats Impact Digital Transformation." We're proud to be the Official Cybersecurity Partner for the Cavs 🏀

What’s ahead for cybersecurity software? Alex Hamerstone joined Morning Movers to break down Zscaler’s earnings outlook, the pressure of year-over-year growth expectations, and how agentic AI is reshaping the industry, opportunities and challenges included. Watch now! youtu.be/YbhYPZ4CQy8

New security frameworks got you overwhelmed? Our Advisory team can help you navigate the latest NIST CSF 2.0. Join our webinar next Wedn to gain strategies and insights to enhance your InfoSec program. Register now! https://trustedsec.zoom.us/webinar/register/7717636673553/WN_3KxTnuFnQYyGIynWylLlqw

"The community is what drove this industry to what it is today." -Founder and CEO David Kennedy Giving back to the community is an important part of our mission and at TrustedSec, we strive to help others so everyone feels more secure. Thank you for being here! youtu.be/Le8MIN_wu6Y

ICYMI: In this blog, Oddvar Moe goes over a clever DLL hijack that turns Windows Narrator into a persistence vector. Got questions? Don’t miss our next Discord Livestream on December 4 where he’ll be answering your questions on Windows Accessibility. Read it now! trustedsec.com/blog/hack-ce...

Join us for our next Discord Livestream on December 4 at 11:00AM ET! Oddvar Moe will discuss his research outlined in the blog: Hack-cessibility: When DLL Hijacks Meet Windows Helpers. Don't miss your chance to ask questions and see live demos! Find out how: trustedsec.com/about-us/eve...

Our Targeted Operations experts Jason Lang, Oddvar Moe, Hans Lakhan, and Kevin Clark are live on Reddit right now for an AMA! Ask your questions, get pro-level answers. Join the conversation now! www.reddit.com/r/cybersecur...