Smashing Security podcast #478: This job interview could destroy your company

This episode of Smashing Security explores the unsettling idea of a fake job interview used to recruit North Korean hackers, highlighting the potential for them to gain remote access to Western companies to install malware and steal intellectual property. The discussion pivots to the broader issue of ‘ghost assets’ – unmonitored and unpatched IT assets – within organizations, which can be exploited by attackers. The podcast also touches on the increasing use of AI by these recruited workers. It’s a cautionary tale about the vulnerabilities of modern cybersecurity and the need for robust asset management.