Risky Business #836: The Limits of Patching and the Rise of AI Threats
Risky Business episode #836 explores the limitations of patching, the rise of AI-driven vulnerability discovery, and the massive financial impact of recent cyber-assisted cargo theft.
The latest episode of the Risky Business podcast, #836, features a deep dive into the current state of cybersecurity, with a focus on the limitations of traditional patching. Guest co-host Brad Arkin joins Patrick Gray and James Wilson to discuss the "bugpocalypse," highlighting recent vulnerabilities in cPanel, MoveIt, and various Linux distributions.
The discussion underscores the reality that patching alone is insufficient to combat modern threats, as attackers continue to find ways to exploit software faster than organizations can remediate. The episode also covers the controversial adoption of AI agent advice by government bodies and the emergence of AI models capable of finding zero-day vulnerabilities, such as Mythos.
Additionally, the podcast addresses the significant financial impact of cyber-assisted cargo theft, which has resulted in losses totaling $725 million. The episode provides a comprehensive overview of the week's most pressing security challenges and the evolving landscape of digital threats. [Risky Business]