Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Products, stories, and tips for the MSP and IT Professional)
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The IT Business Podcast is a show for MSPs (Managed Service Providers) and IT Professionals providing business network support and managed services. Each episode delivers products, stories, and tips that help the MSP and IT Pro run the business better, smarter, and faster, covering everything from pricing and packaging to operations, tools, and service delivery. You’ll hear candid conversations with working MSP owners, system admins, vendors, and industry leaders who share what’s actually working in the field, including hard lessons, success stories, and the occasional “what not to do.” Topics regularly include managed services best practices, cybersecurity and compliance, Microsoft 365 and cloud, automation and documentation, vendor selection and stack building, plus the day-to-day realities of running a modern IT business. Hosted by longtime IT business owner and podcaster Marvin “Uncle Marv” Bee, the show blends real talk, practical advice, and a lighthearted tone so the MSP and IT Pro behind the network can learn, laugh, and get better every week.
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Feb. 26, 2025

Zero Trust World: Day 1 - Rubber Ducky Dangers (EP 771)

Zero Trust World: Day 1 - Rubber Ducky Dangers (EP 771)
Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Products, stories, and tips for the MSP and IT Professional)
Zero Trust World: Day 1 - Rubber Ducky Dangers (EP 771)

Ever wondered what it's really like on the front lines of cybersecurity? Uncle Marv broadcasts from Zero Trust World 2025 in Orlando, unraveling critical cybersecurity threats like rubber duckies with ThreatLocker's Kieran Human. Then, Rob Allen discusses the evolution of MSP strategies and ThreatLocker's game-changing approach to modern cybersecurity. Ready to level up your cybersecurity game?

Uncle Marv is live at Zero Trust World 2025, diving deep into cybersecurity with two key figures from ThreatLocker. First up is Kieran Human, a Special Projects Engineer, who sheds light on the frighteningly simple dangers of "rubber duckies" – innocent-looking USBs that can wreak havoc on your systems. They explore how these devices can bypass security and exfiltrate data and also discuss real-world scenarios like Wi-Fi Pineapples and OMG Cables.

Then, Marv chats with Rob Allen, the Chief Product Officer at ThreatLocker and a former MSP owner. Rob compares the MSP landscape in the US versus Ireland and emphasizes the proactive "get-up-and-go" attitude he's observed in US-based MSPs. He shares his journey to ThreatLocker, driven by a need for more robust security solutions after witnessing frequent ransomware attacks on his clients. Rob shares an experience that was a ‘game changer’ for him and how ThreatLocker was able to solve it. He underscores the importance of a layered security approach, highlighting how ThreatLocker's elevation control and ring-fencing capabilities can nullify inherent risks.

Main Topics Covered:

  • Rubber Ducky Threats: A breakdown of how these USB devices can be used for data exfiltration and system compromise.
  • US vs. Ireland MSP Landscape: Rob Allen discusses the key differences in mindset and business approach between MSPs in the US and Ireland.
  • The Evolution of Ransomware: Insights into how ransomware attacks have evolved, with a focus on data exfiltration and reputational damage.
  • ThreatLocker's Security Approach: An explanation of how ThreatLocker's application whitelisting, ring-fencing, and elevation control features can prevent cyberattacks.

Why Listen?

This episode provides a unique blend of technical insight and real-world MSP experience. You'll gain a deeper understanding of the evolving threat landscape and learn how to implement proactive security measures to protect your business and your clients. This is a must-listen for MSPs, IT professionals, and anyone concerned about cybersecurity.

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