The TWiET crew delves into botnets, securing hybrid work environments, the future of DNS architecture, and more.

News Blips:

Researchers uncover sophisticated IoT botnet named "K- Botnet" targeting US entities; linked to Chinese state-aligned hackers
AI startup Vanta (a TWiT.tv Sponsor) launches AI suite to automate repetitive security and compliance tasks
DARPA funds revolutionary laser-based aerial energy delivery system for military operations
Networking company Cradlepoint acquires SASE vendor ERA to provide a potential combined 5G and zero-trust networking solution

DNS Deep Drive Part 3 with DNS Expert Josh Kuo and Principal Solutions Architect of Infoblox Ross Gibson

Internal vs external DNS; differences in intended audience and integration
Decoupling DNS services from domain controllers for stability
Namespace planning tips; use owned domains, avoid random internal TLDs
Encrypted DNS tradeoffs; privacy vs. visibility for security teams
DNS security options like RPZ for control over internal resolution
Future DNS role predictions like firewall integration and threat intel protections

The episode concludes with the announcement that the long-running show will be coming to an end after 12 years of enterprise content.

Hosts: Louis Maresca, Brian Chee, and Curtis Franklin

Guests: Josh Kuo, Ross Gibson, and Leo Laporte

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TWiET 573: DNS Deep Dive Part 3: Exploring Internal DNS and AD - KV-Botnet, Internal DNS Security, and Farewell Episode