CCT 266: Collect Security Process Data (CISSP Domain 6.3)
Send us a textCheck us out at: https://www.cisspcybertraining.com/Get access to 360 FREE CISSP Questions: https://www.cisspcybertraining.com/offers/dzHKVcDB/checkoutGet access to my FREE CISSP Self-Study Essentials Videos: https://www.cisspcybertraining.com/offers/KzBKKouvA shocking cybersecurity case recently hit the headlines—a 50-year-old IT contractor sentenced to over 8 years in prison for acting as a mule for North Korean hackers. What makes this story particularly alarming? Companies were unknowingly shipping laptops directly to her, providing legitimate access credentials that she then shared with foreign adversaries. This case serves as a powerful reminder of why third-party risk management isn't just a compliance exercise but a critical security function.Diving into CISSP Domain 6.3, we explore the fundamental security processes that could prevent such compromises. User account lifecycle management forms the backbone of organizational security, from proper identity verification during onboarding to the principle of least privilege and role-based access controls. We examine the critical differences between disabling and deleting accounts during deprovisioning, and why service accounts deserve special attention as high-value targets for attackers.Security assessments and audits provide the verification mechanisms needed to ensure your controls are both properly designed and effectively operating. Understanding the distinction between vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and formal audits helps you build a comprehensive evaluation strategy. We clarify the differences between SOC Type 1 and Type 2 reports when evaluating service providers, and explain why metrics must be measurable, actionable, relevant, timely, and attributional (SMARTA) to drive meaningful security improvements.Perhaps most critically, we address backup verification strategies—because discovering your backups are corrupted during a recovery situation is a career-limiting event. Through practical guidance on security training approaches, enforcement mechanisms, and measurement techniques, this episode provides both CISSP candidates and practicing security professionals with actionable insights to strengthen their security programs. Ready to transform your security posture? Listen now, then visit CISSPCyberTraining.com for more resources to accelerate your cybersecurity journey.Support the showGain exclusive access to 360 FREE CISSP Practice Questions delivered directly to your inbox! Sign up at FreeCISSPQuestions.com and receive 30 expertly crafted practice questions every 15 days for the next 6 months—completely free! Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to strengthen your CISSP exam preparation and boost your chances of certification success. Join now and start your journey toward CISSP mastery today!
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CCT 265: Practice CISSP Questions - Mastering the Questions (Domain 1)
Send us a textCheck us out at: https://www.cisspcybertraining.com/Get access to 360 FREE CISSP Questions: https://www.cisspcybertraining.com/offers/dzHKVcDB/checkoutGet access to my FREE CISSP Self-Study Essentials Videos: https://www.cisspcybertraining.com/offers/KzBKKouvThe cybersecurity landscape is rapidly evolving, and AI stands at the forefront of this transformation. In this thought-provoking episode, Shon Gerber explores the projected $450 billion impact AI will have by 2028 and what this means for security professionals today.With only 2% of companies having fully deployed AI solutions and 39% not yet exploring them, we're at the beginning of a massive shift that will fundamentally change how organizations approach security. Shon provides a candid assessment of why cybersecurity roles haven't yet been automated (risk aversion) and why this protection is temporary—predicting significant changes within the next five years.For CISSP candidates, the episode delivers exceptional value through a detailed breakdown of five Domain 1 questions. Rather than simply providing correct answers, Shon dissects each question to reveal the underlying principles and reasoning. This approach helps listeners develop the critical thinking needed to succeed not just on the exam, but in real-world security scenarios.The questions cover essential security concepts including risk treatment strategies, due diligence versus due care, professional ethics, policy versus procedure distinctions, and governance structures. Each explanation includes common points of confusion and practical workplace applications, bridging the gap between exam preparation and professional practice.Perhaps most valuable is Shon advice on navigating ethical dilemmas in security consulting. His guidance on how to inform clients of regulatory violations while maintaining professional relationships demonstrates the nuanced people skills that separate truly effective security leaders from technical practitioners.Ready to future-proof your cybersecurity career while preparing for CISSP certification? This episode delivers actionable insights for both immediate exam success and long-term career viability in an AI-transformed landscape. Check out CISSPCyberTraining.com for additional resources, including 360 free practice questions to accelerate your certification journey.Support the showGain exclusive access to 360 FREE CISSP Practice Questions delivered directly to your inbox! Sign up at FreeCISSPQuestions.com and receive 30 expertly crafted practice questions every 15 days for the next 6 months—completely free! Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to strengthen your CISSP exam preparation and boost your chances of certification success. Join now and start your journey toward CISSP mastery today!
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CCT 264: Control Physical and Logical Access to Assets (CISSP Domain 5.1)
Send us a textCheck us out at: https://www.cisspcybertraining.com/Get access to 360 FREE CISSP Questions: https://www.cisspcybertraining.com/offers/dzHKVcDB/checkoutGet access to my FREE CISSP Self-Study Essentials Videos: https://www.cisspcybertraining.com/offers/KzBKKouvLooking to strengthen your organization's defenses against unauthorized access? This episode dives deep into CISSP Domain 5.1, exploring the critical components of physical and logical access controls that protect your most valuable assets.We begin with a startling discussion about China's "Maciantool" - sophisticated software secretly deployed at security checkpoints to extract SMS messages, GPS data, and images from travelers' phones. You'll learn practical strategies for protecting executive devices during international travel, including recommendations for burner phones and proper security protocols at checkpoints.The foundation of effective access control starts with proper identity proofing and registration processes. We examine how to match verification rigor with resource sensitivity and explore the four authentication factors: something you know (passwords), something you have (tokens), something you are (biometrics), and something you do (keystroke patterns). Understanding how multi-factor authentication leverages these factors is essential for building robust security layers.From preventative controls that stop unauthorized actions before they occur to detective measures that identify incidents after the fact, we break down each access control type with real-world examples. You'll discover how physical barriers like fences and man traps work alongside compensating controls when primary measures aren't feasible, plus strategies for implementing corrective actions after security breaches occur.The principle of least privilege emerges as a central theme throughout our discussion - granting users only the minimum access necessary prevents credential creep while maintaining operational efficiency. We also emphasize the critical importance of documentation, regular testing, and effective communication channels for all access control measures.Visit CISSP Cyber Training for free resources including practice questions, study plans, and additional podcasts. Ready to advance your cybersecurity career? Check out our mentoring programs designed to help you maximize both job fulfillment and income potential.Support the showGain exclusive access to 360 FREE CISSP Practice Questions delivered directly to your inbox! Sign up at FreeCISSPQuestions.com and receive 30 expertly crafted practice questions every 15 days for the next 6 months—completely free! Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to strengthen your CISSP exam preparation and boost your chances of certification success. Join now and start your journey toward CISSP mastery today!
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CCT 263: Practice CISSP Questions - Secure Defaults and Defense in Depth (CISSP Domain 3.1)
Send us a textSecurity vulnerabilities lurk in the most unexpected places – even in your home internet modem. Today we kick off with breaking news about a security flaw discovered in Cox modems that could potentially allow unauthorized access to run malicious commands on connected devices. While Cox reports fixing the issue within 24 hours, this real-world example perfectly illustrates a critical concept we explore further: how exposed APIs often become significant data exfiltration points because organizations fail to track and manage their connections properly.Diving into our CISSP Question Thursday, we tackle fifteen practice questions specifically targeting Domain 3.1.2 and 3.1.3 concepts. These questions explore fundamental security principles including encryption standards (why AES-256 trumps proprietary algorithms), access controls (how custom APIs demonstrate both abstraction and access restriction), and defense in depth strategies (protecting data across multiple states). Each question builds practical understanding of how these principles apply in real-world scenarios – from secure boot configurations that hide complexity from users to the dangers of storing all encryption keys on a single, inadequately protected server.The beauty of these practice questions lies in their practical applications. We examine how stenography conceals data within other files, how security defaults strengthen systems through pre-configuration, and how patching vulnerabilities relates to maintaining secure environments (while acknowledging that patches themselves can sometimes introduce new issues). Whether you're actively preparing for the CISSP exam or simply looking to strengthen your cybersecurity knowledge, these practice scenarios provide valuable training in identifying and addressing common security challenges. Visit cisspcybertraining.com to access this episode's questions and many more resources to support your cybersecurity journey.Gain exclusive access to 360 FREE CISSP Practice Questions delivered directly to your inbox! Sign up at FreeCISSPQuestions.com and receive 30 expertly crafted practice questions every 15 days for the next 6 months—completely free! Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to strengthen your CISSP exam preparation and boost your chances of certification success. Join now and start your journey toward CISSP mastery today!
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CCT 262: Secure Defaults and Defense in Depth (CISSP Domain 3.1)
Send us a textThe medieval castle with its moat, high walls, and sentries provides the perfect metaphor for modern cybersecurity. Just as each defensive element served a specific purpose in protecting the castle, today's information security requires multiple layers working in concert to safeguard digital assets.Shon Gerber opens this episode with a timely discussion of the UnitedHealthcare ransomware attack, which reportedly cost $22 million and sparked controversy around the CISO's qualifications. This real-world example perfectly frames the importance of defense in depth strategies that could have prevented such a catastrophic breach.The core of defense in depth involves implementing multiple security controls that protect various aspects of information systems. Shon walks through each layer, starting with perimeter security (firewalls, IDS/IPS systems), moving to access controls and data security (encryption, DLP), and continuing through system hardening and detection mechanisms. Each layer serves two crucial purposes: stopping attackers altogether or, at minimum, slowing them down enough that they move on to easier targets.Particularly enlightening is Shon's breakdown of abstraction in security - how operating systems, networking protocols, databases, and APIs hide complexity from users while maintaining protection. This concept extends to data hiding techniques like steganography, tokenization, and encryption that conceal sensitive information from prying eyes.The episode concludes with an examination of secure defaults - the principle that systems should ship with security enabled rather than requiring manual configuration. Shon provides practical guidance on implementing secure defaults and overcoming common challenges like vendor limitations and legacy systems.Whether you're studying for the CISSP exam or looking to strengthen your organization's security posture, this episode delivers actionable insights on building robust, multi-layered defense strategies that balance protection with usability. Visit CISSP Cyber Training for additional resources, including practice questions and comprehensive study materials.Gain exclusive access to 360 FREE CISSP Practice Questions delivered directly to your inbox! Sign up at FreeCISSPQuestions.com and receive 30 expertly crafted practice questions every 15 days for the next 6 months—completely free! Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to strengthen your CISSP exam preparation and boost your chances of certification success. Join now and start your journey toward CISSP mastery today!
About CISSP Cyber Training Podcast - CISSP Training Program
Join Shon Gerber on his weekly CISSP Cyber Training podcast, where his extensive 23-year background in cybersecurity shines through. With a rich history spanning corporate sectors, government roles, and academic positions, Shon imparts the essential insights and advice necessary to conquer the CISSP exam. His expertise is not just theoretical; as a CISSP credential holder since 2009, Shon translates his deep understanding into actionable training. Each episode is packed with invaluable security strategies and tips that you can implement right away, giving you an edge in the cybersecurity realm. Tune in and take the reins of your cybersecurity journey—let’s ride into excellence together! 🚀
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