Threat Vector by Palo Alto Networks
Threat Vector, Palo Alto Networks podcast, is your premier destination for security thought leadership. Join us as we explore pressing cybersecurity threats, robust protection strategies, and the latest industry trends. The podcast features in-depth discussions with industry leaders, Palo Alto Networks experts, and customers, providing crucial insights for security decision-makers. Whether you're looking to stay ahead of the curve with innovative solutions or understand the evolving cybersecurity landscape, Threat Vector equips you with the knowledge needed to safeguard your organization.
Episodes
May 8, 2025 • 35 mins
Recorded Live at the Canopy Hotel during the RSAC Conference in San Francisco, David Moulton speaks with Noelle Russell, CEO of the AI Leadership Institute and a leading voice in responsible AI. Drawing from her new book Scaling Responsible AI, Noelle explains why early-stage AI projects must move beyond hype to operational maturity—addressing accuracy, fairness, and security as foundational pillars. Together, they explore how gene...
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May 1, 2025 • 22 mins
In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton talks with Wendi Whitmore, Chief Security Intelligence Officer at Palo Alto Networks, about the increasing scale of China-linked cyber threats and the vulnerabilities in outdated OT environments.
Wendi shares critical insights on how nation-state threats have evolved, why AI must be part of modern defense strategies, and the importance of real-time intelligence sharing. They al...
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April 24, 2025 • 34 mins
In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Daniel B. Rosenzweig, a leading data privacy and AI attorney, about the growing complexity of privacy compliance in the era of big data and artificial intelligence. Dan explains how businesses can build trust by aligning technical operations with legal obligations—what he calls “say what you do, do what you say.” They explore U.S. state privacy laws, global data trans...
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April 17, 2025 • 37 mins
AI is transforming cybersecurity at a rapid pace, but how do we ensure security without compromising usability? In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton sits down with Christopher DeBrunner, VP of Security Operations at CBTS, and Ryan Hamrick, Manager of Security Consulting Services. They explore how AI-driven security is improving threat detection, the risks of over-reliance on automation, and the challenges of maintai...
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April 10, 2025 • 46 mins
The cybersecurity industry is full of headlines, but are we paying attention to the right ones? In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, sits down with Rob Wright, Security News Director at Informa TechTarget, to discuss the stories the industry overlooks, the overhyped AI security fears, and the real risks posed by certificate authorities.
They discuss the challenges of cyb...
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April 3, 2025 • 25 mins
In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Palo Alto Networks, welcomes Ryan Chapman, a seasoned Threat Hunter and digital forensics expert. With over 20 years of experience, Ryan has led incident response teams and authored courses on ransomware, making him a leading voice in the field. The discussion covers the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, with a deep dive into modern threats l...
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March 27, 2025 • 44 mins
Quantum computing is advancing fast, and with it comes a major cybersecurity risk—the potential to break today’s encryption standards. In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Richu Channakeshava, Senior Product Manager at Palo Alto Networks, about the urgent need for organizations to prepare for a post-quantum world. They discuss the risks of "harvest now, decrypt later" attacks, the painfully slow process ...
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March 20, 2025 • 37 mins
Security platformization is transforming the way organizations defend against cyber threats. In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Carlos Rivera, Senior Analyst at Forrester, about how unifying security capabilities strengthens cyber resilience.
They discuss the evolving role of enterprise firewalls, the impact of AI-driven security, and how Zero Trust continues to shape modern security strategies. Carl...
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March 13, 2025 • 30 mins
In this special Women’s History Month episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with four trailblazing women in cybersecurity who are shaping the industry: Kristy Friedrichs, Chief Partnerships Officer; Tanya Shastri, SVP of Product Management; Sama Manchanda, Consultant at Unit 42; and Stephanie Regan, Principal Technical Architect at Unit 42.
They share their journeys into cybersecurity, discuss the challenges they fac...
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March 6, 2025 • 36 mins
The explosion of connected devices is creating new cybersecurity challenges. In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, sits down with Hollie Hennessy, Principal Analyst for IoT Cybersecurity at Omdia. Hollie shares insights into the evolving risks posed by IoT devices, from industrial control systems to consumer technology. She explains how attackers exploit vulnerabilities in ...
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February 27, 2025 • 36 mins
Cybersecurity has changed dramatically over the past 10,000 days. In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Haider Pasha, Chief Security Officer for EMEA & LATAM at Palo Alto Networks, about how the field has evolved and what’s coming next. From his early experiences with self-replicating code to advising CISOs and CIOs worldwide, Haider shares key insights on AI-driven threats, zero trust strategies, and why...
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February 20, 2025 • 36 mins
Security threats are evolving faster than ever. Organizations must rethink their Security Operations Centers (SOCs) to stay ahead. In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Clay Brothers, Senior Director at Unit 42, about the critical need for SOC transformation. They discuss how AI, automation, and proactive risk assessments help businesses build cyber resilience.
Clay shares real-world examples of SOC mod...
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February 13, 2025 • 35 mins
Cybersecurity complexity is growing, and organizations are struggling to manage dozens of security tools while keeping up with evolving threats. In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Mark Hughes, Global Managing Partner of Cybersecurity Services at IBM, and Karim Temsamani, President of Next Generation Security at Palo Alto Networks, about a groundbreaking study from IBM’s Institute for Business Value.
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February 9, 2025 • 24 mins
Podcasts have become vital tools for sharing knowledge and insights, particularly in technical fields like cybersecurity. "Threat Vector," led by David Moulton, serves as an essential guide through the complex landscape of cyber threats, offering expert interviews and in-depth analysis.
In this session, David will discuss the process behind creating "Threat Vector," highlighting the challenges and rewards of developing a podcast t...
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February 6, 2025 • 35 mins
Cloud security is more complex than ever. Organizations move fast, but security teams often struggle to keep up. In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Amol Mathur, SVP of Products for Prisma Cloud at Palo Alto Networks, about how platformization is reshaping cloud security.
Amol shares why security can’t be siloed, how AI is transforming threat detection, and why a proactive, prevention-first approach i...
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January 31, 2025 • 23 mins
Artificial intelligence is advancing fast, but with innovation comes risk. In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton sits down with Sam Rubin, SVP of Consulting and Threat Intelligence at Unit 42, and Kyle Wilhoit, Director of Threat Research, to explore the vulnerabilities of DeepSeek, a new large language model. They dive into AI jailbreaking techniques like Bad Likert Judge and Deceptive Delight, uncovering how attack...
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January 30, 2025 • 27 mins
In this captivating episode of Threat Vector, David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership for Unit 42, sits down with Lior Rochberger, Principal Threat Researcher at Palo Alto Networks, to uncover the secrets of Operation Diplomatic Specter—a cutting-edge cyber espionage campaign targeting government entities in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.
Lior brings nearly a decade of experience in malware analysis, reverse engineering,...
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January 23, 2025 • 48 mins
IoT devices are everywhere, with billions deployed globally in industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and critical infrastructure. But this explosion of connectivity brings unprecedented security challenges. In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Dr. May Wang, CTO of IoT Security at Palo Alto Networks, about how AI is transforming IoT security. Dr. Wang shares insights from her pioneering work, includi...
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January 16, 2025 • 26 mins
Join David Moulton, Director of Thought Leadership at Unit 42, as he explores a real-world malware incident that tested BP’s cybersecurity defenses. Featuring Patrick Wright, Forensics and Incident Response Lead, Matthew Ramey, Head of Global Incident Response, and Navid Asgharzadeh, Manager of the CERT team, this episode reveals how the team detected and responded to unexpected threats in a high-stakes environment. Discover the ch...
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January 9, 2025 • 37 mins
In this episode of Threat Vector, host David Moulton speaks with Margaret Kelley, a seasoned Digital Forensics and Incident Response Senior Consultant at Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42. With a deep expertise in cloud security, Margaret shares insights into the evolving landscape of cloud breaches and how organizations can defend against sophisticated attacks. From misconfigurations to control plane vulnerabilities, the discussion cove...
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