Reimagining Cyber - real world perspectives on cybersecurity

Microsoft Defender is often treated as “good enough” security—built in, always on, and quietly doing its job. But what happens when malware convinces Windows to turn it off without triggering alarms?
In this episode, cybersecurity expert Tyler Mofitt breaks down a real-world Windows malware campaign that disables Defender before anything else happens. No zero-days. No flashy exploits. Just a quiet abuse of built-in trust that causes Windows to step aside its own protection.
He walks through how shortcut files, PowerShell, and legitimate cloud services are used to blend into normal activity, why Defender doesn’t fail so much as follow the rules, and what defenders should be watching for when “installed” doesn’t always mean “active.”
A conversation about assumptions, visibility, and why the most dangerous attacks don’t look dangerous at all.
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In this episode, Rob Aragao sits down with Theresa Lanowitz for a deep dive into the evolving meaning of cyber resilience and why it has become a true business imperative. Moving beyond traditional cybersecurity, the conversation explores how organizations must unite leadership, technology, and operations to withstand and recover from today’s most disruptive cyber events.
Theresa shares insights on the defining attacks of 2025, including the rise of AI-driven social engineering, software supply chain compromises, and credential-based intrusions from new-generation threat groups. The discussion also looks ahead to 2026, examining emerging risks around data misuse, non-human identities, insider threats, and the long-term impact of breached data.
Together, Rob and Theresa unpack why cyber resilience must be owned at the board and C-suite level, how software supply chain complexity has become a critical weakness, and what organizations can do to better govern, protect, and use their most sensitive data. This episode offers a strategic perspective for leaders looking to align cyber resilience with business outcomes in an increasingly connected and unpredictable digital world.
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Low effort cybercrime continues to dominate the threat landscape as attackers rely on misconfigurations, exposed databases, stolen credentials, and extortion tactics—not advanced exploits—to cause real damage. 
In this episode of Reimagining Cyber, cyber expert Tyler Moffitt breaks down recent stories including ShinyHunters extortion of Pornhub user activity
data and widespread MongoDB database exposure to explain why fundamentals like asset visibility, identity controls, and incident readiness matter more than ever in 2026.
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Quantum computing is coming—but what does that actually mean for cybersecurity leaders today?
In this episode, Rob Aragao is joined by Morgan Adamski to break down key insights from PwC’s 2026 Global Digital Trust Insights Report and explore why quantum risk belongs on every CISO’s strategic roadmap. From geopolitical uncertainty to the shift from reactive to proactive cyber defense, the conversation cuts through the hype to explain what’s real, what’s next, and what leaders should be doing now.
Morgan demystifies quantum threats to encryption, explains the “harvest now, decrypt later” risk, and shares practical steps organizations can take today—starting with asset visibility, prioritization, and clear communication with the board.
If you’re thinking beyond today’s incidents and preparing for tomorrow’s threats, this episode is for you.
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In part two of the 'Best of 2025' series of Reimagining Cyber, hosted by Rob Aragao, the focus is on the human elements influencing cybersecurity. The episode explores the challenges of burnout in the cybersecurity workforce as explained by Dr. Andrew Reeves, a cyber psychology expert. Betsy Cooper of the Aspen Policy Academy emphasizes the importance of integrating personal experiences and community voices in shaping cybersecurity policy. Lynn Dohm, Executive Director of Women in Cybersecurity (WiCyS), shares inspiring stories of individuals transitioning into cybersecurity careers. Finally, Craig Taylor of CyberHoot discusses a more effective approach to training that leverages positive reinforcement over punishment. The episode underlines that cybersecurity is not just about technology but also about understanding and supporting the people behind it.

00:00 Introduction to Reimagining Cyber
00:24 The Human Side of Cybersecurity: Burnout
04:43 Shaping Cybersecurity Policy with Personal Experience
07:00 Opening Doors: Women in Cybersecurity
10:27 Effective Cybersecurity Training: Positive Reinforcement
12:51 Conclusion: The Future of Cybersecurity
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