The Cyber Riddler

The Cyber Riddler

The Cyber Riddler is a podcast that discusses interesting topics in the field of information security. It explores different areas and situations in real-life cyber security engagements and activities. Episodes feature guests from different backgrounds such as hackers, security analysts, cyber security managers, bug bounty hobbyists and more. 

Scoping Nightmares
The Cyber RiddlerJune 02, 2026x
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Scoping Nightmares

What happens when a penetration test starts without a clear scope? In this episode, we discuss the most common scoping mistakes in cybersecurity engagements, how they impact both clients and consultants, and why a poorly defined scope can turn a simple assessment into a nightmare. From missing asset...

Logs Don't Lie
The Cyber RiddlerSeptember 21, 2025x
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Logs Don't Lie

Dive into the hidden world of Windows Event Logs — where SOC analysts uncover patterns, trace intrusions, and expose how attackers exploit the very logs meant to catch them. Learn how to spot the signals, build timelines, and stay one step ahead of the breach. X: @almorabeaX: @CyberRiddlerWebsite: h...

Initial Access
The Cyber RiddlerNovember 21, 2024x
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00:06:574.81 MB

Initial Access

In this episode of the cyber riddler, we talked about the critical first stage of cyberattacks: Initial Access. Learn how hackers breach organizations using tactics like phishing, exploiting vulnerabilities, stolen credentials, and supply chain attacks. We’ll explore real-world examples, discuss why...

Threats and Defenses
The Cyber RiddlerSeptember 05, 2024x
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00:12:478.82 MB

Threats and Defenses

In this episode, we explore the modern cybersecurity threat landscape, examining sophisticated attacks like ransomware-as-a-service, supply chain breaches, and file-less malware. We discuss essential defensive strategies, including the use of Zero Trust architecture, behavioral analytics, and other ...

Zero-Day Exploits
The Cyber RiddlerJune 04, 2024x
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00:11:337.98 MB

Zero-Day Exploits

In this episode of The Cyber Riddler podcast, we venture into the shadowy world of zero-day exploits, one of the most well known threats in the cybersecurity world . Zero-day exploits represent vulnerabilities that can be targeted before they are even known to exist, making them a significant concer...