# Navigating Network Edge Vulnerabilities - BTS #69

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Podcast: [Below the Surface (Audio) - The Supply Chain Security Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/below-the-surface-audio-the-supply-chain-security-podcast-5987778)
Published: 2026-03-05T15:39:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Below the Surface, Paul Asadoorian, Vlad Babkin, and Adrian Sanabria discuss the ongoing vulnerabilities in network edge devices, the implications of legacy systems like Avanti, and the strategies employed by threat actors. They explore the importance of monitoring and detection in cybersecurity, as well as innovative deception techniques to enhance security measures against exploitation. In this conversation, the speakers delve into various aspects of cybersecurity, including innovative strategies to enhance security, the challenges posed by vendor cooperation, the implications of cyber insurance, and the importance of visibility in threat detection. They discuss the use of canary tokens, the exploitation of edge devices, and the reality of zero-day vulnerabilities. The conversation also touches on the need for firmware updates, the shift towards open-source solutions, and the role of AI in developing cybersecurity tools. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Below the Surface Podcast 03:27 Network Edge Vulnerabilities and Trends 10:02 Understanding Avanti and Its Impact 12:44 The Consequences of Legacy Systems 18:03 Exploitation Techniques and Threat Actor Strategies 26:50 The Importance of Monitoring and Detection 31:14 Deception Techniques for Enhanced Security 32:55 Leveraging Canary Tokens for Enhanced Security 34:41 The Challenge of Vendor Cooperation in Cybersecurity 35:30 Understanding Cyber Insurance and Its Implications 36:25 The Importance of Visibility in Cyber Defense 39:12 Utilizing Low-Interaction Honeypots for Threat Intelligence 41:48 Exploiting Vulnerabilities in Edge Devices 43:27 The Reality of Zero-Day Vulnerabilities 45:04 Analyzing Recent Exploits in Network Devices 49:02 The Need for Firmware Updates and Alternatives 50:33 Exploring…

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