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Vibe Coding: When Everyone's a Developer, Who Secures the Code
SecurityWeek published "Vibe Coding: When Everyone's a Developer, Who Secures the Code?" on August 5, 2025. Casey Ellis discusses the security challenges that emerge as development tools become more accessible to non-traditional developers and addresses the responsibility for code security in this shifting landscape.
Sponsored: Tines shines at solving interesting problems
A Risky Business sponsored interview features Tines Field CISO Matt Muller discussing the platform with Casey Ellis. The conversation covers unconventional approaches Tines uses to address security automation and problem-solving challenges.
LLMs' AI-Generated Code Remains Wildly Insecure
Dark Reading published an article examining security vulnerabilities in code generated by large language models. Casey Ellis is quoted discussing the risks of AI-generated code and the need for organizations to implement proper security controls when using these tools.
Unicorn Dispatch LIVE: Bug Bounties with Casey Ellis
Unicorn Dispatch LIVE, a broadcast series by SCYTHE, featured Bryson Bort interviewing Casey Ellis on the mechanics and applications of bug bounty programs. Ellis discussed how organizations use crowdsourced security research to identify vulnerabilities before malicious actors do.
Spikes in hacker activity seen six weeks before a new CVE
A SC Media article examines patterns in hacker activity preceding CVE disclosures. Casey Ellis is quoted discussing how spikes in malicious activity can appear weeks before vulnerabilities are publicly announced.
Sponsored: Nucleus Security on the evolution of vulnerability management
A sponsored interview with Risky Business features Nucleus Security co-founder Scott Kuffer discussing vulnerability management practices and industry trends. Casey Ellis participates in the conversation, exploring how organizations approach vulnerability prioritization and remediation in modern security programs.
AI slop and fake reports are coming for your bug bounty programs
TechCrunch published an article examining how AI-generated security reports are affecting bug bounty programs, with participants reporting challenges distinguishing legitimate findings from low-quality submissions. Casey Ellis discusses the impact of artificial intelligence on vulnerability disclosure workflows and the strain it places on security teams managing large volumes of submissions.
Sponsored: Haroon Meer's secret to business success is... love
Risky Business published a sponsored interview featuring Thinkst Canary CEO Haroon Meer discussing the company's growth trajectory. Casey Ellis participates in the conversation, exploring Meer's approach to building and scaling the security company.
Chinese Salt Typhoon Infiltrated US National Guard Network
Hackread published a security news article on the Chinese Salt Typhoon group's infiltration of US National Guard networks. The article covers the breach details and implications for critical infrastructure security.
Salt Typhoon Breached U.S. Army National Guard, DHS Confirms
A SecureWorld article reports that Chinese hackers breached a U.S. Army National Guard network for nine months and stole sensitive data, according to a Department of Homeland Security memo. The article includes expert analysis on the breach's implications for U.S. cybersecurity infrastructure and broader threat patterns.
Towards Robust Third-Party Evaluation and Flaw Disclosure for General-Purpose AI
A panel discussion at the ICML 2025 Workshop on Technical AI Governance addressed third-party evaluation and vulnerability disclosure practices for general-purpose AI systems. Casey Ellis participated as a panelist, contributing perspective on responsible flaw disclosure approaches in the AI governance context.
Is XBOW's success the beginning of the end of human-led bug hunting? Not yet
CyberScoop published an article examining whether XBOW's automated vulnerability discovery capabilities signal the decline of human-led bug hunting. Ellis discusses how automation is reshaping the balance between human and automated work in cybersecurity, while noting that current AI tools have not yet reached a threshold that eliminates the need for human researchers.
Sponsored: Should we ever trust AI?
A sponsored interview published on Risky Business examines trust and artificial intelligence in enterprise security. Casey Ellis participates in a discussion with Zero Networks Field CTO Chris Boehm about the proliferation of AI tools across organizations and implications for security teams.
The Boring AppSec Podcast Ep. 21 with Casey Ellis
The Boring AppSec Podcast episode 21 features a discussion on AI's role in security measures with Casey Ellis, founder and advisor at Bugcrowd. Ellis explores how artificial intelligence intersects with application security practices and their practical implementation in modern security programs.
Qantas Airlines Breached, Impacting 6M Customers
Dark Reading reported on a breach at Qantas Airlines affecting 6 million customers. Casey Ellis commented on the incident, addressing the scope of the compromise and implications for airline industry security practices.
And Now Malware That Tells AI to Ignore It?
Dark Reading published an article titled "And Now Malware That Tells AI to Ignore It?" examining emerging threats where malware attempts to evade AI-based security detection systems. Casey Ellis is quoted in the piece discussing how adversaries are adapting tactics to circumvent automated threat detection mechanisms and the implications for enterprise security strategies.
Cybersecurity Salaries: High-Skilled Security Pros See Pay Boost
Dice Insights published an analysis of cybersecurity salary trends showing that high-skilled security professionals are receiving significant pay increases as hiring rebounds. Casey Ellis is cited for insights on compensation patterns and the market value of specialized security expertise.
GitHub Now Supports Private Vulnerability Reporting For Public Repositories
GitHub has introduced private vulnerability reporting for public repositories, according to Infosecurity Magazine. Casey Ellis notes the feature requires manual enablement by maintainers and represents a significant step toward making coordinated disclosure more accessible to open-source projects.
Out of Juice? TSA Says Don’t Plug Into Airport USB Ports
This Security Boulevard article from June 18, 2025 reports on a TSA warning against charging phones at public airport USB ports because of "juice-jacking" risks. Bugcrowd founder Casey Ellis calls the advice security theater, noting that modern operating systems have largely mitigated the risk and HTTPS everywhere and HSTS limit interception of sensitive data.
GodFather banking malware creates virtual environment on victim devices
SC Media published an article on June 18, 2025, detailing how GodFather banking malware creates virtual environments on compromised devices to evade detection. Casey Ellis is quoted providing analysis on the malware's techniques and implications for enterprise security defenses.
GodFather Malware Upgraded to Hijack Legitimate Mobile Apps
Infosecurity Magazine reported on an upgrade to GodFather banking malware that leverages on-device virtualization to hijack legitimate mobile applications. Casey Ellis commented on the technical sophistication of the attack method and its implications for mobile banking security defenses.
GodFather Android Malware Runs Real Apps in a Sandbox
Hackread published an article about GodFather, an Android malware that executes legitimate applications within a sandbox environment to intercept and steal user data. Casey Ellis is cited as a security expert providing analysis on the malware's sophisticated evasion techniques and the implications for mobile device security.
Bugcrowd Security Flash: CVE-2025-0133
Bugcrowd Security Flash: CVE-2025-0133 is a video broadcast from Bugcrowd published on June 18, 2025. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd Founder and CTO, discusses the vulnerability with Von, Senior Manager of Security Operations, covering how it works and associated risks.
Hacking the Hackers: When Bad Guys Let Their Guard Down
Dark Reading published an article titled "Hacking the Hackers: When Bad Guys Let Their Guard Down" on their threat intelligence section. Casey Ellis is quoted discussing how attackers can be caught when their operational security lapses, contributing perspective on adversary vulnerability and detection methods.
Security Firm Targeted by China-Linked Hackers
Security Magazine published this June 2025 article reporting that a security firm faced an intrusion by China-linked hackers. Casey Ellis, founder of Bugcrowd, says the tactics mirror those he saw while leading defense at Sophos and urges vigilance, strong defenses, and information sharing like this advisory.
Bugcrowd Launches Open-source Disclosure Framework
Bugcrowd launched an open-source disclosure framework aimed at encouraging responsible vulnerability disclosure practices, as reported by Infosecurity Magazine. Casey Ellis, Bugcrowd's founder, led the initiative to provide organizations with standardized tools for managing security reports from researchers.
China-linked hackers target cybersecurity firms, governments in global espionage campaign
CSO Online reported on a China-linked espionage campaign in which PurpleHaze and ShadowPad targeted over 70 organizations globally, including government and critical infrastructure entities, between June 2024 and March 2025. Casey Ellis provided analysis and context on the threat landscape and implications for cybersecurity defenses.
No Lollygagging: Cisco IOS XE Flaw With 10.0 Rating Should be Patched Now
This Security Boulevard article covers a Cisco IOS XE vulnerability rated 10.0 CVSS, which security experts say organizations should patch promptly. Bugcrowd founder Casey Ellis calls it a classic example of why hardcoded secrets are dangerous, and says patching as soon as possible is the priority because the flaw is easy to exploit.
Chinese Hackers Target SentinelOne in Broader Espionage Campaign
SecureWorld published a report on Chinese state-sponsored hackers targeting SentinelOne as part of a broader espionage campaign against critical infrastructure and supply chains. Casey Ellis commented on the incident's implications for endpoint security vendors and the importance of transparency in disclosing attacks on security companies.
Sponsored: Phishing crews have gotten really good at evasion
A sponsored segment on Risky Business features Casey Ellis interviewing Push Security co-founder and Chief Product Officer Jaques Louw about phishing evasion techniques and their effectiveness. Ellis and Louw discuss how phishing campaigns have advanced their methods to bypass modern security defenses.