Malware Is Evolving Faster Than Your Antivirus - Shellcode and Rootkits

Robel Campbell drinks a Blue Moon and peels back the layers of modern exploitation through shellcode

Shellcode isn’t malware: it’s the crowbar that opens the door. In this episode, we sit down with Roel Campbell to decode what shellcode actually is, how it works, and why attackers still use it in an era of modern EDRs and OS-level protections. From return-oriented programming to kernel-space rootkits, Roel walks us through evasion step by step and explains why writing your own shellcode still matters.

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Hackers On The Rocks mixes refreshing conversation with potent cybersecurity insights. Each episode tackles a specific software vulnerability class and a cocktail. Both go down easy. Cheers!The cybersecurity world is a vibrant mix of technical talent and strategic minds. Here at Hackers on the Rocks, we raise a glass to the unsung heroes: the practitioners. While the broader community encompasses diverse roles including governance, risk, and compliance managers, network analysts, and incident responders, our podcast celebrates the hackers on the front lines. It is researchers who are deciphering code, digging into products, and finding unintended consequences within design implementations. Join us as we raise a glass to their expertise and translate their knowledge into clear, actionable insights for everyone.