Threat Management

The following is a detailed breakdown of a malicious VBS script discovered on an endpoint within RADICL’s customer base as a result of RADICL’s custom EDR detection logic.

Defense contractors assume they understand CMMC assessments, but Matt Bruggeman, Director of GTM Federal at A-LIGN, has a harsh reality check for them: organizations consistently arrive for certification without basic documentation like...

Venus Aerospace achieved the first flight of a high-thrust rotating detonation rocket engine, proving that decades of theoretical research can translate into breakthrough propulsion technology. Sassie Duggleby, CEO & Co-founder, tells Dave about...

America's defense innovation pipeline has a massive bottleneck that most people don't even realize exists: the infrastructure access problem that prevents our best technology companies and cleared talent from working on classified programs. Sean...

The underwater domain has become central to great power competition, yet existing autonomous underwater vehicles cost $500,000+ and require teams of specialists to operate single units. Nelson Mills, CEO & Founder of Vatn Systems, and his team have...

The defense industrial base faces a manufacturing crisis that goes far deeper than workforce shortages, and John Albers, President/CEO of Albers Aerospace has positioned his company at the center of solving it. He grew Albers Aerospace from solo...

The Ukrainian conflict revealed a stark reality that should light a fire under American defense planners: modern warfare consumes weapons at rates that would exhaust our entire arsenal in months, not years. In his conversation with Dave on the...

When America's adversaries can outbuild us in ships, what's our strategic advantage? Paul Lwin, CEO & Co-founder of HAVOCai, shares how his company is revolutionizing maritime operations by creating affordable autonomous vessels that can operate in...

Welcome back to the Threat Hunters Corner! Josh Shepard here, and on this edition of the Threat Hunters Corner, we're diving into the activities of a new initial access broker (IAB) known as Toy Maker.

When Rhys Andersen, Founder & CEO at Method MFG, moved to Texas with an architecture degree, he never imagined he'd end up machining components for spacesuits and rockets. Yet his journey from welding to founding his company exemplifies the untapped...

This blog series is a four-part discussion on observed challenges businesses will face with understanding and addressing cybersecurity risk. This is Part II - Choosing Cyber Battles.

President & COO Matthew Malone's journey from solving locomotive failures in Indonesia to leading Graham Manufacturing offers rare insight into how technical expertise transforms into business leadership. In this episode of DIB Innovators, Matthew...

Welcome back to the Threat Hunters Corner! I’m Josh Shepard, Principal Threat Hunter at Radicl, and in this episode, we’ll be diving into a recent campaign orchestrated by the North Korean threat actor Lazarus Group. In this campaign, Lazarus Group...

The race to protect America's orbital assets is accelerating, and Agile Space Industries is providing the engines needed for rapid spacecraft maneuverability. In this episode of DIB Innovators, CEO Chris Pearson walks Dave through how decades-old...

Samuel Semwangu, CEO of Bazze, provides his insider perspective on the revolution happening in defense intelligence collection that most Americans aren't seeing. Bazze federates queries across dozens of commercial data vendors, delivering...

In a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape, David Nahom, Commander, 11th Air Force, Alaska NORAD Region, Alaska Command, brings invaluable perspective on how Arctic security, budget realities, and emerging technologies are reshaping military...

Advanced Space CEO & President Bradley Cheetham's journey from a PhD student at CU Boulder to successfully putting a satellite around the moon demonstrates how small, innovative companies can lead space exploration with minimal capital. In this...

The security landscape has radically transformed from counter-terrorism to strategic competition with nation states who are actively positioning cyber assets to disable American infrastructure during potential conflicts.

Stewart Hamel, CEO, took an eccentric side project for his ranch and transformed it into SkyRunner, a revolutionary air utility transport vehicle that's changing the future of defense sector mobility. In this episode of DIB Innovators, Stewart tells...

Vertical lift aviation is on the cusp of its biggest revolution since the helicopter itself, and John Piasecki, President & CEO of Piasecki Aircraft, is at the forefront with game-changing technologies that could cut operational costs in half while...

Erik Ekwurzel, CDIO, explains how their patented optical sensor technology, which is deployed across 22 global sites, can detect objects as small as CubeSats while collecting critical photometric data that radar systems can't capture. 

Imagine aircraft that can stay aloft for weeks, transforming how militaries conduct surveillance across vast distances — that's the game-changing reality Robert Miller, Co-founder & CEO at Skydweller Aero, shares with Dave in this episode of DIB...

Scott Schneider, CEO & Co-founder of HTX Labs, takes us from his early days working on classified government programs at Texas Instruments to building a revolutionary virtual reality platform transforming military training

Welcome back to the Threat Hunters Corner! I’m Josh Shepard, Principal Threat Hunter at Radical, and in this episode, we’ll diving into a recent VIP Keylogger campaign, highlighting two defense evasion techniques (steganography and remote template...

Welcome back to the Threat Hunters Corner! I’m Josh Shepard, Principal Threat Hunter at Radical, and in this episode, we’ll diving into a recent phishing campaign we found during a threat hunt that makes use of an AI augmented app developer tool to...

Bill Berrien, CEO of Pindel Global Precision, has discovered a fascinating parallel: both special operations and advanced manufacturing rely on highly cohesive, highly trained teams enabled by cutting-edge technology to punch above their weight

Brian walks Dave through how this technology is revolutionizing military platforms through dramatic weight reduction and enhanced security. 

Welcome back to the Threat Hunters Corner! I’m Josh Shepard, Principal Threat Hunter at Radical, and in this episode, we’ll be explaining what Alternate Data Streams and Extended Attributes are, why threat actors like them, and some things to look...

This blog series is a four-part discussion on observed challenges businesses will face with understanding and addressing cybersecurity risk. This is Part I – Enabling True Risk Ownership.

How does a former real estate broker end up revolutionizing satellite protection at Mach 21? Trevor Smith, President & CEO of Atomic-6, brings just this unique perspective about aerospace innovation to his conversation with Dave. His company is...

Welcome back to the Threat Hunters Corner! I’m Josh Shepard, Principal Threat Hunter at Radical, and in this episode, we’ll be exploring how the VIP Keylogger makes use of two interesting defense evasion techniques – remote template injection and...

Join Michael Simmons, Co-founder & COO of EolianVR, as he details the company's journey from conception — a chance reunion with his now business partner at Rockefeller Center — to becoming a leading innovator in defense technology

Jim Cantrell, CEO & Co-founder of Phantom Space, joins in on this episode of DIB Innovators to share how his company is revolutionizing space access by developing cost-effective launch vehicles, building turnkey satellite solutions, and creating an...

Dave speaks with Andrei Evulet, Co-founder, CEO and CTO, Jetoptera. Andrei shares how their unique ejector-based propulsion system is addressing key aviation challenges, from noise reduction to speed optimization, which have potential for both...

Welcome back to the Threat Hunters Corner! I’m Josh Shepard, Principal Threat Hunter at Radical, and in this episode, we’ll be exploring how threat actors use VS Code remote tunnels and how you can go about detecting them before it’s too late.

Arizona Defense and Industry Coalition's Lynndy Smith shares how AZDIC brings together small and large defense companies to solve critical challenges like supply chain bottlenecks and foreign military sales delays.

Hey everyone, Josh Shepard here, Principal Threat Hunter at Radical. Welcome to this edition of the Threat Hunters Corner. Today, we're delving into a recent write-up by The DFIR Report on the More_Eggs malware. This malware-as-a-service (MaaS)...

Dave speaks with Bentzion Levinson, Founder & CEO of HevenDrones about the groundbreaking technologies shaping modern drone applications

Dave speaks with Damian DiPippa, CEO of Auria Space, about the evolving challenges and innovations in the space industry.

Welcome back to the Threat Hunters Corner! I’m Josh Shepard, Principal Threat Hunter at Radical, and in this episode, we’ll be going over a fun Defense Evasion technique known as HTML smuggling.

Dave speaks with Scott Toppel, President of AVATAR Partners, to explore the transformative power of augmented and virtual reality in training and operational readiness. Scott shares his experiences from the cockpit, illustrating how real-time...

Josh Shepard, RADICL Threat Hunter recently observed a phishing campaign that leverages tried and true techniques but this time with a new cloud service.

Dave speaks with Kevin Huyck, COO of Red 6, to discuss the transformative role of augmented reality in military training. Kevin shares insights on how AR technology enhances pilot training by integrating synthetic entities into live flight...

Dave speaks with Nathan Kundtz, CEO of Rendered.ai, to explore the transformative potential of synthetic data in artificial intelligence. Nathan shares his journey from academia to entrepreneurship and discusses the critical role of physics-based...

This episode focuses on the recent Lumma Stealer campaign and provides hunting techniques to detect it.

David speaks with Brendan Stewart, VP of Regulatory Affairs at Red Cat Holdings, about the transformative impact of drone technology in defense and aerospace. Brendan shares insights on the regulatory challenges that slow down innovation and the...

Chris Petersen steps in to host a webinar about all things CMMC. Chris welcomes five CMMC experts who can speak about why it originated, how it might evolve, and the impact on businesses in the DIB as they plan to address the impact of CMMC on...

David speaks with Josh Hartman, Chief Growth and Strategy Officer at LightRidge Solutions. Josh shares his insights on the evolving landscape of space defense. He discusses the impact of competitive endurance theory on orbital warfare, emphasizing...

Welcome back to the Threat Hunters Corner! I’m Josh Shepard, principal threat hunter at Radical, and in this second episode, we’re shifting our focus from host-based hunting to network tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).

Collin Sweeney (ZKX Solutions) discusses innovative zero-knowledge proof applications for enhanced digital identity verification and cybersecurity.

Hey everyone, Josh Shepard here, Principal Threat Hunter at Radicl. Welcome to the inaugural edition of the Threat Hunters Corner! This series will dive into the exciting world of threat hunting, sharing insights on techniques, threat actors, and...

David speaks with Colby Harvey, CEO & Founder of Ultraview, to explore his entrepreneurial journey and the innovative solutions his company is bringing to the aviation sector. Colby shares valuable insights on the importance of listening to customer...

Victor Cich speaks about the latest CMMC rule drop

David speaks with Jim Nelson, President at Aerostar, to explore the innovative advancements in stratospheric balloon technology and its applications in aerial communications. Jim shares insights into the importance of fostering a strong company...

David speaks with Joe Anderson, President and CEO of Rafael Systems Global Sustainment, who shares his insights on the intersection of military leadership and business success, in particular the importance of mentorship in fostering personal and...

David welcomes Jared Shephard, CEO of Hypori, who shares his remarkable journey from military service to entrepreneurship, focusing on the critical importance of secure mobile communications in today’s digital landscape and how innovative technology...

Ian Cinnamon, CEO and Co-founder of Apex, shares his insights on the evolving landscape of the space industry, including the importance of vertical integration and how it enhances operational efficiency for satellite technology companies. 

David speaks with William Kowalski, Co-founder & COO at Atomos Space, to explore the intricacies of launching a startup in the space industry. William shares his insights on navigating the challenges of raising capital, highlighting the importance...

Frank Backes, CEO of Capella Space, shares his extensive experience in the satellite imaging industry and the innovative capabilities of his company, in particular how they fit into the DIB. He discusses the importance of providing real-time data...

David speaks with Matt Shieh, Co-founder and CEO of Canopy Aerospace, to explore his journey to leading an innovative aerospace startup. Matt discusses the critical role of startup accelerators like UChicago's Polsky Center, Starburst, and Techstars...

David speaks with Lee Rosen, Co-founder, President, and CEO of ThinkOrbital. Lee shares his journey from military service to leading innovative projects in the aerospace industry. He discusses the importance of adaptability and creative...

David speaks with Matthew Titcombe, CEO and Sr. Information Security Consultant of Peak InfoSec, to explore the intricacies of cybersecurity compliance. Matt emphasizes the critical role of conducting thorough gap assessments as the first step...

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David speaks with Ari Schuler, CEO of goTenna, to explore the transformative journey of his company. Ari discusses goTenna's strategic pivot from a consumer-focused business to serving government...

David chats with Kenneth Speaks, Founder and CEO of RMCI. Kenneth shares his insights on how technology is revolutionizing the aviation industry, in particular the importance of real-time data analysis for rotorcraft, highlighting how advanced...

David speaks with William Hadala Jr, VP of Strategy at American Lithium Energy. William shares his remarkable journey from serving in the Air Force to becoming a key leader in the lithium battery industry. 

Josh Shepard, RADICL Threat Hunter explains how Snitches Get Stitches with Mitre ATT&CK for Insider Threat Detection.

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David speaks with Ryan McDevitt, CEO and Co-Founder of Benchmark Space Systems, about the future of space mobility.

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David speaks with Travis Goldbach, Global Head of CMMC Go-To-Market at Amazon Web Services (AWS). Travis is an expert in DFARS, NIST, and CMMC compliance and uses his knowledge to dive into the...

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David speaks with Stacy Newstead, CEO of Evolution Energy Solutions , the US subsidiary of Evolution Energy Minerals, to explore her journey to leadership in the tech-defense sector

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David speaks with Marti McCurdy, CEO of Spirit Electronics. Marti shares her remarkable journey from serving in the Air Force to leading an aerospace and defense company. She discusses the...

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David speaks with Russell Long, Founder & CEO of Long Capture, to explore the intersection of innovative technology and government contracts. Russell shares his journey from military service to...

Dave Pack, CISO/VP of Customer Success at RADICL describes how RADICL's vSOC guided SMB clients through CrowdStrike incident

Discover the 7 reasons why RADICL loves partnering with CrowdStrike for top-notch cybersecurity solutions. From threat intelligence to real-time response, find out why this collaboration is a game-changer.

On this week's special episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, Chris speaks with Tony Bai, CSO at RISCPoint; Christopher Leslie, CIO at Red6; Vince Petrecca, VP of Sales & Business Development at PreVeil; and Peter Romness, VP of Partnerships at IsI...

David speaks with Shay Harrison, CEO at Free Form Fibers. about groundbreaking laser-driven chemical vapor technology, which aims to revolutionize the advanced materials industry. 

Josh Shepard, RADICL threat hunter, identifies and documents a novel SharePoint phishing campaign

Josh Shepard, RADICL spies a ransomware attack and

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David speaks with Rob Sladen, Co-founder, Chairman, & CEO of Zulu Pods, to explore his entrepreneurial journey and the technology behind their modular lubrication systems

Dustin Mooney highlights the need for a strong vulnerability management program during the Harden phase of the Harden, Detect, Respond security framework.

Josh Shepard, RADICL Threat Hunter breaks down the pyramid of pain from easy to difficult to help you prioritize where to focus time and effort.

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, Stephen Houghton, CEO and Co-founder at Swarmbotics AI, dives into his journey from Marine officer to tech innovator.

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David speaks with Lori-Lee Elliott, Co-founder and CEO of Dauntless XR, to discuss the transformative power of extended reality (XR) in military applications.

Josh Shepard, RADICL Threat Hunter shows how hackers leverage everyday websites and tools to target organizations

In his latest blog, Dustin Mooney highlights how to manage risk for AI systems and applications.

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David speaks with Matthew Kuta, President and Co-Founder of Voyager Space, who shares insights on his transition from the Air Force to founding a space exploration company. 

Josh Shepard, RADICL Threat Hunter explains how to the MITRE ATLAS to navigate skynet.

Victor Cich alerts on NIST 800-171 REV 3 Update

In his latest blog, Dustin Mooney discusses how to triangulate the concepts of establishing trust to access risk and apply them to today's AI.

Victor Cich defines in detail how to build a CMMC assessment scope that will help narrow the level of effort needed to implement CMMC controls.

RADLabs: Master of Disguise 2: The Art of ReDirection with RADICL's Josh Shepard.

On this week's episode of DIB Innovators, Jim Carr, President, CEO and Owner of CARR Machine & Tool discusses challenges of navigating compliance in defense manufacturing.

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, Ryan Hartman, President and CEO of World View shares how his experiences in the Navy and Air Force shaped his leadership style.

RADLabs: Master of Disguise: URL Edition with RADICL's Josh Shepard

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David talks with Grant Anderson, President, CEO, and Co-Founder of Paragon Space Development Corporation.

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David talks with Bob Ferris, Founder and Executive Chairman of VirTra, about the journey from a team of one to becoming one of the field's leading innovators

Are SMBs In the DIB ready to withstand these extremely advanced and motivated threats? To answer this, we surveyed 423 IT practitioners at companies with 101 to 250 employees.

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David talks with Thomas Weidley, President and CEO of Capewell, an aerial delivery solutions manufacturer.

RADICL uncovers a sophisticated phishing campaign utilizing cloud storage providers to steal credit card info. Learn about the attack flow and detection opportunities in this insightful blog post.

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David talks with Heather Bulk, President, CEO, & Co-founder at Special Aerospace Services (SAS), a tactical engineering and advanced manufacturing firm.

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David talks with Gabe Dominocielo, Co-founder at Umbra, an Earth observation company.

In his latest blog, Dustin Mooney details how to narrow the focus when conducting a cybersecurity forensic investigation

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David talks with Daniel Faber, CEO and Co-founder at Orbit Fab, a satellite refueling service provider.

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David talks with Sam Thevanayagam, President and CEO at Parts Life, Inc. and DeVal Lifecycle Support, a leader in life cycle sustainment.

Welcome to the wonderful world of threat hunting! This is the first in a series of blog posts where we’ll walk through how we at RADICL conduct our threat hunts. This post will cover planning for and executing hunts.

Dustin Mooney outlines how to write effective policies and procedures for CMMC

Josh Shepard, RADICL Threat Hunter, highlights the realities for SMBs in the DIB related to cybersecurity defenses.

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David talks with Jeromy Grimmett, Founder & CEO at Rogue Space Systems Corporation, a provider of sustainable in-space services.

Victor Cich alerts on the timing of the newly published CMMC proposed rule for compliance.

Dustin Mooney outlines the six skills necessary to drive CMMC compliance through your organization.

On this week's episode of the DIB Innovators podcast, David talks with John Williams, Chief Executive Officer at ATLAS Space Operations

David Graff, COO/CRO and Co-Founder of RADICL speaks with Charles McCarrick, Founder, President, and Chief Scientist at Micro-Ant.

The BlackCat ransomware gang took a bold step by filing a complaint with the SEC against one of their victims, MeridianLink.

SMBs within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) and those that serve critical infrastructure MUST be better protected. RADICL’s mission is to make it so.

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