Geopolitical Cyber Threats: What Businesses Need to Know

Geopolitical Cyber Threats: What Businesses Need to Know

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1820048/fan_mail/new] When global conflict escalates, cyber threats often follow. But what does that mean for businesses that are not directly involved? In this episode of CyberSound, Jason Pufahl, Michael Grande, and Patrick Wallenhorst discuss how geopolitical events can shape cyber threats, from hacktivist activity and DDoS attacks to ransomware, social engineering, and critical infrastructure risk. They explain why organizations should stay alert without panicking, review incident response plans, and strengthen disaster recovery readiness during periods of global unrest. ______________ Stay up to date on the latest cybersecurity news and industry insights by subscribing to our channel and visiting our blog at https://www.vancord.com/💻. Stay Connected with us 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vancord Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VancordCS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vancordsecurity/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/VancordSecurity

Fully Managed vs Co-Managed IT: Choosing the Right Security-First Model

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1820048/fan_mail/new] What's the difference between fully managed and co-managed IT, and how do you know which model is right for your business? In this episode of CyberSound, Jason Pufahl, Michael Grande, Dan Kaupp, Jim Riley, and Lou Ardolino break down how managed IT services have evolved into security-first models. They explain the differences between fully managed and co-managed IT, what a security-enabled MSP really means, and how organizations can choose the right approach based on their needs, resources, and risk. ______________ Stay up to date on the latest cybersecurity news and industry insights by subscribing to our channel and visiting our blog at https://www.vancord.com/💻. Stay Connected with us 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vancord Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VancordCS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vancordsecurity/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/VancordSecurity

AI in the Classroom: Adoption and Student Innovation in Public Schools

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1820048/fan_mail/new] AI is rapidly entering the classroom, but how should schools approach adoption, governance, and student use? In this episode of CyberSound, Jason Pufahl is joined by Steve Maresca and John Madura, a technology education teacher at The Morgan School in Clinton, Connecticut, to explore how AI is shaping education today. They discuss AI in the classroom, student concerns about future jobs, teacher readiness, and the challenges of responsible AI use. The conversation also covers AI governance, prompt engineering, and how educators can use AI as a tool to support learning without replacing critical thinking. ______________ Stay up to date on the latest cybersecurity news and industry insights by subscribing to our channel and visiting our blog at https://www.vancord.com/💻. Stay Connected with us 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vancord Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VancordCS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vancordsecurity/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/VancordSecurity

Pen Testing Demystified: How Penetration Testing Reveals Real Attack Paths

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1820048/fan_mail/new] What actually happens during a penetration test, and how does it reveal real security risks? In this episode of CyberSound, Jason Pufahl is joined by Dylan Marquis, lead of Vancord’s penetration testing practice, to break down how penetration testing works and why organizations are relying on it more than ever. They discuss the difference between vulnerability assessments and pen tests, the role of human-led testing versus automation, and how internal, external, and web application testing can expose real attack paths inside modern networks. ______________ Stay up to date on the latest cybersecurity news and industry insights by subscribing to our channel and visiting our blog at https://www.vancord.com/💻. Stay Connected with us 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vancord Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VancordCS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vancordsecurity/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/VancordSecurity

Cybersecurity Predictions: A Reality Check & What’s Next Part 2

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1820048/fan_mail/new] What will actually challenge organizations in 2026? In today’s episode, we break down evolving Zero Trust strategies, smarter security awareness, major SaaS and infrastructure outage risks, and the real impact of quantum computing. Tune in for insights IT and business leaders can act on today. ______________ Stay up to date on the latest cybersecurity news and industry insights by subscribing to our channel and visiting our blog at https://www.vancord.com/💻. Stay Connected with us 🤳 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vancord Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VancordCS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vancordsecurity/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/VancordSecurity