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• Data Diodes & Remote Access: How Industrial Systems Stay Secure in a Connected World

  Can your plant stay connected and completely secure? In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow teams up with Lior Frenkel, CEO and co-founder of Waterfall Security, to explore how industries are rethinking OT cybersecurity in the age of ransomware and AI-powered attacks. Together, they break down why traditional firewalls can’t fully protect industrial control systems and how unidirectional gateways (data diodes) are redefining safety for everything from nuclear plants to casinos. You’ll learn: What data diodes really are and how they physically block inbound attacks. Why “air gaps” are no longer enough for modern connected environments. How remote-access tools like HERA are enabling secure operations. Real-world stories of industries upgrading defenses without losing efficiency. Whether you manage critical infrastructure, handle OT security, or just want to understand how cyber-physical systems stay safe, this episode will give you a new appreciation for data flow, digital risk, and resilience. Tune in to discover the future of secure connectivity - only on Protect It All. Key Moments:  07:46 Balancing Security and Operational Data 16:25 "One-Way Data Flow Explained" 22:19 "Air Gap for Data Transfer" 27:44 Increasing Awareness of Security Threats 32:05 Challenges of Power Plant Management 35:29 Global Risks Require Local Understanding 44:44 "OT Security and Zero Trust" 48:24 "Remote Access vs On-Site Work" 55:48 "HERA: TPM-Powered Remote Access" 58:43 Encrypted Remote Access Streaming 01:05:32 Secure Remote Control for Infrastructure 01:13:00 "Solving Critical Incident Response Gaps"   About the Guest : Lior Frenkel is a globally recognized OT cybersecurity leader and the CEO/co-founder of Waterfall Security Solutions, the company behind the industry-standard Unidirectional Security Gateways protecting critical infrastructure worldwide. With 25+ years of cybersecurity expertise, multiple patents, and leadership roles across Israel’s top technology, industrial, and export organ...

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• AI, Music, and Cybersecurity Collide: How Innovation Is Redefining Creativity and Risk

  What happens when AI meets cybersecurity - and the music industry? In this eye-opening episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow sits down with Hadi Heidari, a cybersecurity veteran turned tech entrepreneur, to explore the groundbreaking (and sometimes risky) ways artificial intelligence is reshaping both digital defense and creative innovation. From AI-driven SOC operations and threat detection to music creation, data privacy, and identity protection, Aaron and Hadi dive deep into how the same technologies fueling creativity are also rewriting the rules of cybersecurity. You’ll discover: How AI is transforming both cyber defense and music production. The hidden risks of data training, privacy, and model misuse. How startups like Tune Pack are empowering artists through ethical AI. Why balancing innovation with integrity matters more than ever. Whether you’re protecting critical infrastructure or composing your next track, this episode will challenge how you think about creativity, ethics, and security in the AI era. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that bridges tech and artistry, only on Protect It All. Key Moments: 06:34 AI: Opportunities and Regulation Challenges 09:57 AI Risks: Data Privacy Challenges 11:03 AI Education for Security Awareness 15:50 "AI Risks in Cybersecurity Actions" 18:54 "AI Trust and IAM Policies" 21:13 AI Decision-Making Ethical Dilemma 27:19 AI Oversight and Quality Control 30:34 AI Ethics in Data Training 31:30 AI Ethics: Consent and Data Use 35:43 Detecting AI-Generated Fakes 37:59 AI, Security, and Challenges 42:33 AI Revolutionizing Security Analysis 47:14 "Learning Daily in Tech Space" 50:58 "Embracing Change in Music Industry" About the guest :  Hadi Heidari is the founder of TunePact, an AI label service designed to support independent musicians. With over 20 years of experience in cybersecurity, Hadi’s journey into the music industry is an u...

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• Open Source Intelligence Exposed: How Hackers Use Public Data to Target People, Passwords, and Critical Systems

  Think your company’s private data is safe? Think again. In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow pulls back the curtain on one of cybersecurity’s most underestimated frontiers - Open Source Intelligence. He reveals how attackers leverage publicly available data from LinkedIn profiles to leak passwords, mapping out targets, infiltrating systems, and exploiting the human attack surface. Drawing from real-world incidents and years of experience across IT and OT security, Aaron explains: How Open Source Intelligence fuels social engineering and insider threat campaigns. Why protecting systems isn’t enough - you must protect people. How to use Open Source Intelligence proactively for threat modeling and risk mitigation. Steps to monitor your digital footprint and reduce exposure before it’s too late. Whether you’re a cybersecurity professional, executive, or simply digital-curious, this episode will change how you think about “public information.” Tune in to learn how Open Source Intelligence can both expose and empower your cybersecurity strategy - only on Protect It All. Key Moments:  06:17 Securing Domain Admin Accounts 09:09 Proactive Employee Security Monitoring 12:19 "Protecting Human Attack Surfaces" 16:48 "Enhancing Cybersecurity with Open Source Intelligence” 18:49 Exposed Data Response Process Connect With Aaron Crow: Website: www.corvosec.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronccrow   Learn more about PrOTect IT All: Email: [email protected]  Website: https://protectitall.co/  X: https://twitter.com/protectitall 

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• Old Windows, New Risks: How End-of-Life Systems Threaten OT Security and What You Can Do

  In this episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow takes a hard look at one of the biggest blind spots in OT cybersecurity: legacy Windows environments still running inside plants, refineries, and utilities. From Windows XP to Windows 10’s upcoming end of support, Aaron breaks down why these systems persist, the true cost of “doing nothing,” and the high-stakes trade-offs between replacement, isolation, and risk mitigation. You’ll discover: Why outdated Windows systems remain critical yet dangerously exposed. The myths of “true air gaps” and why they don’t protect you anymore. Practical isolation tactics, segmentation, strict access control, and monitoring. How to manage asset visibility, vendor dependencies, and downtime risks. Whether you’re a cybersecurity leader, plant manager, or operations engineer, this episode is your roadmap to making smarter, safer decisions about legacy systems before they cause costly disruptions. Tune in to learn how to balance operations, cost, and security and protect your OT world from old-system vulnerabilities. Key Moments:  01:22 "End-of-Life Systems in OT" 04:15 Upgrading Systems in Regulated Industries 07:35 Reducing Risk with Network Segmentation 12:02 "Firewall Rules and System Security" 15:52 Understanding Risks in End-of-Life Systems 18:54 Securing Legacy Systems Effectively Connect With Aaron Crow: Website: www.corvosec.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronccrow   Learn more about PrOTect IT All: Email: [email protected]  Website: https://protectitall.co/  X: https://twitter.com/protectitall  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PrOTectITAll  FaceBook:

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• OT Cybersecurity Wake-Up Call: How Airports and Power Grids Expose the Gaps We Can’t Ignore

  In this solo episode of Protect It All, host Aaron Crow delivers a straight-talk reality check on the widening IT–OT cybersecurity gap and what it really takes to protect the systems that keep the world running. With decades of experience defending critical infrastructure, Aaron exposes why many OT environments are still years behind in resilience and visibility - and how we can finally fix that. You’ll learn: The real incidents prove why OT cybersecurity can’t afford to lag. Why visibility and segmentation are non-negotiable for industrial systems. How to build an incident-response plan that works when the stakes are highest. Practical steps to strengthen resilience and recovery across critical operations. This episode isn’t about fear - it’s about preparation. If your work touches energy, transportation, manufacturing, or utilities, this one’s your wake-up call to act before disaster hits. Listen now and learn how to protect what truly keeps our world moving - only on Protect It All. Key Moments: 05:06 "Real Risks of Critical Disruptions" 06:16 Redefining OT System Boundaries 11:42 Troubleshooting Unknown System Issues 14:09 "Secure Remote Access Best Practices" 18:28 "Planning for Worst-Case Scenarios" 19:36 Critical Infrastructure Under Cyber Threat   Connect With Aaron Crow: Website: www.corvosec.com  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronccrow   Learn more about PrOTect IT All: Email: [email protected]  Website: https://protectitall.co/  X: https://twitter.com/protectitall  YouTube:

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