Summary
In this episode of the Blue Security Podcast, hosts Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer discuss Microsoft's Secure Future Initiative (SFI), which aims to enhance security standards across its products and services. They delve into the implementation of mandatory multi-factor authentication, the transition to passwordless accounts, and the adoption of memory-safe programming languages. The conversation highlights the importance of user experience in security measures and the ongoing efforts to reduce vulnerabilities in software development. In this conversation, Andy Jaw and Adam Brewer discuss significant advancements in Windows security, including just-in-time admin access, the Pluton processor, and the integration of security features in Windows 11. They emphasize the importance of mandatory security practices at Microsoft, the role of Xbox in hardware security, and the need for transparency in vulnerability disclosures. The discussion also highlights the impact of security framework initiatives on employee behavior and the overall security posture of the organization.
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YouTube Video Link: https://youtu.be/GctR4oEo_PI
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Documentation:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/blog/2025/04/17/microsofts-secure-by-design-journey-one-year-of-success/
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Andy Jaw
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Email: andy@bluesecuritypod.com
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Adam Brewer
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamjbrewer/
Email: adam@bluesecuritypod.com
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